We’ve been covering the gradual reveals of the new souls (read: classes) coming to RIFT with Patch 3.6 this month, including the Runeshaper and the Maelstrom. Since every calling will be getting an additional soul in the $35 pack, Rogues might be wondering what they’ll be adding to their arsenal. Now we know: It’s the Shadeborn.
As you might expect with a Rogue soul, the Shadeborn does some serious DPS if played right. Its unique mechanic is applying a “Bond of Night” mark on a target that causes that mob to take damage whenever the Shadeborn deals pain to a second creature. Through this, the Shadeborn can effectively strike at two targets simultaneously, even if they’re separated on the battlefield.
The Shadeborn should be ideal to those who like the idea of harnessing the power of death, since the soul will be striking with shadows and all sorts of purply evil. Update 3.6: Celebration of the Ascended will be coming this week on April 16th.
