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== Additional Information ==
== Additional Information ==
* In duties with two tanks, '''tankbusters''' and other mechanics can require swapping which tank is currently holding [[enmity]] on the boss. To do this, the current '''off-tank''' will use {{action icon|Provoke}} followed by the former '''main tank''' using {{action icon|Shirk}} on the provoking player. This ensures the new tank has a strong [[enmity]] lead on the boss.
* In duties with two tanks, '''tankbusters''' and other mechanics can require swapping which tank is currently holding [[enmity]] on the boss. To do this, the current '''off-tank''' will use {{action icon|Provoke}} followed by the former '''main tank''' using {{action icon|Shirk}} on the provoking player. This ensures the new tank has a strong [[enmity]] lead on the boss.
* Provoke has ''no effect'' whatsoever on [[FATE]] enemies or [[The Hunt|Hunt marks]]. This is to prevent griefing. In these situations you must use your job's ranged attack<ref>{{item icon|Shield Lob}}, {{item icon|Tomahawk}}, {{item icon|Unmend}}, or {{item icon|Lightning Shot}}</ref> to manage aggro.
* Provoke has ''no effect'' whatsoever on [[FATE]] enemies or [[The Hunt|Hunt marks]].
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* This skill brings you to the top of the enmity list for your current target ''only''. It does not have ''any'' Area of Effect like the old [[Paladin]] skill {{item icon|Flash}} did.
* This skill brings you to the top of the enmity list for your current target ''only''. It does not have ''any'' Area of Effect like the old [[Paladin]] skill {{item icon|Flash}} did.
* As of [[patch 6.2]], the additional enmity gained is equal to an attack of at least 4,000 potency.<ref>https://youtu.be/2rbtQdAukuc?si=VvhVPusLLIKSOxxw</ref>
* As of [[patch 6.2]], the additional enmity gained is equal to an attack of at least 4,000 potency.<ref>https://youtu.be/2rbtQdAukuc?si=VvhVPusLLIKSOxxw</ref>
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File:Provoke.jpg|Provoke animation.
File:Provoke.jpg|Provoke animation.
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==History==
*{{Patch|6.2|Enmity generated has been increased.}}
*{{Patch|5.0|
**Now acquired at level 15 (previously level 16).
**Recast time has been reduced from 40 to 30 seconds.
**Now grants additional enmity.}}
*{{Patch|4.0|Changed to a tank role action.}}
*{{Patch|2.0}}


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 22:40, 2 March 2024

Provoke

Acquired
Tank role.png Tank (actions)
Level
15
Type
Ability
Casting
Instant
Recast
30s
Range
25y
Targeting
Enemy
Patch
2.0

Gesture threateningly, placing yourself at the top of a target's enmity list while gaining additional enmity.


— In-game description

Provoke is an action unlocked at level 15. It is available for Tank.

Additional Information

  • In duties with two tanks, tankbusters and other mechanics can require swapping which tank is currently holding enmity on the boss. To do this, the current off-tank will use Provoke.png  Provoke followed by the former main tank using Shirk.png  Shirk on the provoking player. This ensures the new tank has a strong enmity lead on the boss.
  • Provoke has no effect whatsoever on FATE enemies or Hunt marks.
  • This skill brings you to the top of the enmity list for your current target only. It does not have any Area of Effect like the old Paladin skill Flash.png  Flash did.
  • As of patch 6.2, the additional enmity gained is equal to an attack of at least 4,000 potency.[1]
  • If a player uses Provoke on a target where they are already the highest enmity, they will still gain the bonus additional enmity.

Gallery

History

  • EW.png Patch 6.2 (2022-08-23): Enmity generated has been increased.
  • SHB.png Patch 5.0 (2019-07-02):
    • Now acquired at level 15 (previously level 16).
    • Recast time has been reduced from 40 to 30 seconds.
    • Now grants additional enmity.
  • SB.png Patch 4.0 (2017-06-20): Changed to a tank role action.
  • ARR.png Patch 2.0 (2013-08-27): Added.

References