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[[Image:Skill-tree-blizzcon09-monk-muldric.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Old style Monk skill tree, circa
Blizzcon 2009. Art by [http://forums.diii.net/showthread.php?t=739038 Muldric].]]
This page lists all '''[[Monk]] skills''', as of Blizzcon 2010August 2011. Follow the links to the individual skill pages for full discussion of every skill, including first hand reports and screenshots.
'''Useful skill links:'''
* [[Skill]]s - General skill design and mechanics.
** [[Active skill]]s - Skills where effects are activated by the player.
** [[Passive skill]]s - Skills where effects are activated automatically, by the computer or by special events.
** [[Signature skill]]s - Skills that define characters.
** [[Combos|Monk Combo Skills]] - The class specialty; mix and match three hits in a row for big bonuses.
* [[Monk traits]] - Diablo III's version of [[Passive skills]].
* [[Runestones]] - The way to massive skill customization/modification.
* [[Monk skill archive]] - Monk skills removed or modified during development.
==Tier One Active Skills==All abilities in this tier are unlocked at Clvl 2. Click to the individual skill pages for more details and screenshots of about these skillsincluding numbers, screenshots, [[runestone]] information, blue quotes, and much more.
===Hands of LightningBlinding Flash===[[Blinding Flash]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 1.<br>Spirit Skill<br>* '''Description:''' Creates a flash of light that blinds all nearby enemies. Blinded enemies will not attack unless they are attacked first. Lasts for X-X seconds. Blinded enemies have a X% reduced chance to hit.** '''Rank One:''' Blinds enemies for 3-4 seconds, 20% reduced chance to hit.** '''Rank Two:''' Blinds enemies for 3-5 seconds, 25% reduced chance to hit.
===Lashing Tail Kick===
[[Lashing Tail Kick]]<br>Spirit Skillis available at [[clvl|level]] 3.<br>
A roundhouse kick that knocks back enemies.
* '''Description:''' The Monk unleashes a deadly roundhouse kick, causing knockback and dealing X-X physical damage.
===Long ReachMantra of Healing===[[Long ReachMantra of Healing]]is available at [[clvl|level]] 4.<br>Combo Skill<br>No description is available.
===Deadly Reach===
[[Deadly reach]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 5.<br>
No description is available.
===Circle of WrathDashing Strike=== [[Circle of WrathDashing Strike]] is available at [[clvl|level]]<br>Spirit Skill6.<br>A novafast moving, charge-like blast of energy deals huge damage and heals the Monk as well. Testing with this one at Blizzcon 2010 found it hugely-overpowered at low levelsattack, even without [[runestones]] yet activated more useful for the Monkmovement than the damage dealt.* '''Description:''' Creates a blast of holy energy that heals The Monk dashes quickly at the Monk and nearby allies for targeted enemy or location, dealing X-X health and damages enemies for % weapon damage plus X-X holy damage.** ''Rank One:'' Costs 25 Spirit, Heals the Monk and his allies for 18-38 health. Deals 10-20 holy damage.** ''Rank Two:'' Costs 25 Spirit, Heals the Monk and his allies for 38-68 health. Deals 15-30 holy damage.** ''Rank Three:'' Costs 25 Spirit, Heals the Monk and his allies for 58-98 health. Deals 20-40 holy physical damage.
===Lethal Decoy===
[[Lethal Decoy]]is available at [[clvl|level]] 7.<br>
Spirit Skill<br>
* '''Description:''' The Monk creates an illusion of himself composed of pure holy energy. This illusion attracts enemies to it, and then it explodes dealing X-X holy damage.
** '''Rank One:''' Costs 40 Spirit, Explodes for 10-20 holy damage
===Crippling Wave===
[[Crippling Wave]]is available at [[clvl|level]] 8.<br>
A debuff [[combo]], this one slows enemies, while dealing fairly minor damage. Best mixed in for the first or second hit with another more impactful combo.
===Holy AuraMantra of Retribution===[[Mantra of Retribution]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 9.<br>No description is available.
===Inner Sanctuary===
[[Inner Sanctuary]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 11.<br>
A defensive skill that creates a small protected circle around the Monk into which no monster can enter. Spells and ranged attacks will still strike the Monk though.
* '''Description:''' Creates a protected region on the ground for X seconds that cannot be passed through.
===Exploding Palm===
[[Exploding Palm]]<br>Combo Skillis available at [[clvl|level]] 12.<br>
This skill became an instant legend when the Monk debuted at Blizzcon 2009. It's a [[combo]] skill that deals two light damage hits, before the third booby traps the target with a beating heart visible above their head. If a monster dies with the heart still there, they explode in a supernova of blood, dealing substantial [[AoE]] damage to all nearby enemies.
* '''Description:''' A series of lethal strikes target enemy nerve clusters that sets up a deadly chain reaction within the target. Deals X% weapon damage.
===Inner SanctuaryMantra of Evasion===[[Mantra of Evasion]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 14.<br>No description is available.
===Tempest Rush===
[[Tempest Rush]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 16.<br>
No description is available.
===Sweeping Wind===
[[Sweeping Wind]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 18.<br>
Combo skill<br>
* '''Description:''' The Monk sweeps his weapon in a circle, forming a barrier of force that deals X% weapon damage to every enemy hit. Can hit enemies multiple times.
===Serenity===[[Breath of HeavenSerenity]]is available at [[clvl|level]] 19.<br>
Spirit Skill<br>
===Retribution AuraWay of the Hundred Fists===[[Way of the Hundred Fists]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 21.<br>One of the most popular [[combo]] skills, this attack lands a crushing series of body shots on the enemy. It was shown in modified form in the [[Cinematic:Monk|Monk cinematic]]; used to pulverize the ribs of a [[Morlu Caster]].* '''Description:''' A series of punches strike enemies in front of the Monk that cause X% weapon damage.
===Mantra of Conviction===
[[Mantra of Conviction]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 22.<br>
No description is available.
===Seven Sided Strike===[[Seven Sided Strike]] is available at [[Sweeping Windclvl|level]]24.<br>Combo A very powerful attack, when used in Blizzcon 2009 this skill<br>allowed the Monk to teleport to an enemy, to strike it or other nearby enemies five times, and all without ever being hit in return. It was expected to be [[nerfed]], and has not been seen in action since.* '''Description:''' The Monk sweeps his weapon in a circle, forming Unleashes a barrier fury of force that deals attacks striking nearby enemies X times for X% weapon damage to every enemy for each hit. Can hit enemies multiple times.
==Tier Seven Skills=Mystic Ally===All abilities in this tier are unlocked [[Mystic Ally]] is available at Clvl 26[[clvl|level]] 25. Click to the individual skill pages for more details and screenshots of these skills<br>No description is available.
===Resist AuraWave of Light===[[Wave of Light]] is available at [[clvl|level]] 27.<br>Spirit Skill<br>* '''Description:''' The Monk summons a rolling wave of holy fire that scorches everything in its path, dealing X holy damage.
'''Note:''' The level of every skill is tentative as of August 2011 and likely to change.
==Passive Skills==
{| width="100%" style="border-collapse: collapse;"
! Name
! width="8%" | Req Level
! Description
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|[[Exalted Soul]] || 10 || Increases maximum [[Spirit]] by X%.
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|[[Frenzied Attacks]] || 13 || When wielding two weapons, the Monk has X% increased critical strike chance and Y% increased critical strike damage.
|-
|[[Aggression]] || 15 || Increases [[attack]] by X%.
|-
|[[Superior Skill]] || 15 || Increases [[precision]] by X%.
|-
|[[Expert Defense]] || 17 || Increases [[defense]] by X%.
|-
|[[Resonance]] || 19 || Increases the duration of [[aura]]s by 120 seconds.
|-
|[[Untouchable]] || 19 || After dealing a critical strike, increases dodge chance by X% for 10 seconds.
|-
|[[Counterattack]] || 20 || When the Monk dodges an attack, the next skill has its [[Spirit]] cost reduced by X%.
|-
|[[Weak Spot]] || 20 || Increases critical strike damage by X%.
|-
|[[Strength in Adversity]] || 23 || Healing effects are improved by X% if the Monk is under Y% HP.
|-
|[[Near Death Experience]] || 25 || When the Monk receives a fatal blow (?), the Monk gains X% HP and Y% [[Spirit]].
|-
|[[Flawless Technique]] || 28 || Skills that generate [[Spirit]] do X% more damage.
|-
|[[Strength of Spirit]] || 30 || Skills that require [[Spirit]] do X% more damage.
|-
|}
==Development=====Removed Skills===The following skills were removed or renamed prior to the July 2011 Press Event:* [[Wave Hands of LightLightning]]<br>* [[SpiritLong Reach]] Skill<br>* '''Description:''' The Monk summons a rolling wave [[Circle of holy fire that scorches everything in its path, dealing X holy damage.Wrath]]* [[Holy Aura]]* [[Dominate Aura]]* [[Retribution Aura]]* [[Resist Aura]]
[[Impenetrable Defense]], [[Radiant Visage]], and [[Force Without Thought]] were removed from the Monk's skill listing between Blizzcon 2009 and Blizzcon 2010.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=783417 Monk gameplay report]
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-mega-pvm-report-monk/ BlizzCon 2010 Monk Hands-on report]
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7962606#post7962606 JudgeHype.com July 2011 Press Event Coverage - The Witch Doctor (Translated by Zediono)]
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