Focus Target Wind Shear
Casts Wind Shear on your focus target, interrupting their cast without changing your current target.
#showtooltip Wind Shear
/cast [@focus,harm,nodead] Wind ShearRestoration Shaman Focus Target Macros
Restoration Shamans benefit significantly from focus target macros, allowing them to manage crowd control, interrupts, and dispels on a secondary target without deselecting their primary healing target. This streamlines gameplay, enhancing reaction time and overall raid or dungeon utility. These macros are crucial for maintaining healing output while contributing to critical fight mechanics.
Starter macros
Focus Target Hex
Casts Hex on your focus target, providing crowd control on a specific enemy while you continue healing.
#showtooltip Hex
/cast [@focus,harm,nodead] HexFocus Target Purify Spirit
Casts Purify Spirit on your focus target, dispelling a harmful magical effect or curse from an ally.
#showtooltip Purify Spirit
/cast [@focus,help,nodead] Purify SpiritFAQ
Why use focus target macros as a Restoration Shaman?
Focus target macros allow Restoration Shamans to interact with specific enemies or allies without altering their primary target. This is vital for maintaining healing uptime while simultaneously managing interrupts, crowd control, or dispels on important targets.
How do I set a focus target?
To set a focus target, click on the desired unit frame or enemy, then right-click their portrait and select 'Set Focus'. You can also bind a key in your keybind settings under 'Targeting' for 'Set Focus Target'.
Can I use focus macros for offensive spells as well?
Yes, while these examples focus on utility, you can adapt the `[@focus,harm,nodead]` condition to offensive spells like Lava Burst or Flame Shock if you need to apply damage or debuffs to a focused enemy without switching targets.