Outlaw Rogues can use opener macros to streamline their initial combat rotation. These macros help execute a precise sequence of abilities, ensuring an optimal damage output from the start of an encounter. By consolidating multiple actions, players can react more quickly to boss mechanics.
This macro initiates combat with Shadowstrike, followed by Pistol Shot, and then continues with Sinister Strike, prioritizing Ambush if available via Opportunity.
#showtooltip Shadowstrike
/castsequence Shadowstrike, Pistol Shot, Sinister Strike, Sinister Strike, Sinister Strike, Sinister Strike, Sinister StrikeUses Shadowstrike from Stealth or Ambush with a modifier, otherwise casts Sinister Strike. This macro helps manage opener abilities based on stealth status and player input.
#showtooltip Shadowstrike
/cast [stealth] Shadowstrike; [mod:alt] Ambush; Sinister StrikeThis macro opens with Shadowstrike, then immediately follows with Blade Flurry for area-of-effect damage. This is ideal for pulls with multiple targets.
#showtooltip Shadowstrike
/castsequence Shadowstrike, Blade Flurry, Pistol Shot, Sinister Strike, Sinister StrikeOpener macros help Outlaw Rogues execute their initial burst damage efficiently. This consistency ensures all buffs and debuffs are applied correctly at the start of a combat encounter.
It is generally not recommended to include major offensive cooldowns like Adrenaline Rush in a /castsequence opener macro. These abilities are often best used intentionally rather than on a strict sequence, to react to fight mechanics or specific damage windows.
To ensure your opener macro works from stealth, always include a [stealth] conditional before your stealth-specific ability. This makes the macro prioritize that ability only when you are in stealth.