Are Hunter Abilities Spells That Scale With Spellpower?
When discussing hunter abilities, a common question arises: are they classified as spells? The answer is that not all hunter abilities fall under this category. Some, like Arcane Shot, interact with spell mechanics, while others, like Aimed Shot, do not.
Which Hunter Abilities Are Considered Spells?
Certain hunter abilities benefit from spell damage gear, meaning they function similarly to traditional spells. These include:
Since these abilities scale with spell damage, they can be considered spells in a technical sense. However, most high-level hunters (such as a level 60 hunter) do not prioritize Arcane Shot in their rotation, as abilities like Multi-Shot often provide better damage efficiency with less mana consumption.
What About Traps?
There is some uncertainty regarding whether traps count as spells. While some traps may scale with spell-related effects, they are generally categorized separately as hunter utilities rather than direct spell-based abilities.
In summary, while hunters are primarily a physical damage class, some of their abilities do interact with spell mechanics, making it important to understand which ones benefit from spell damage gear.