Frost Nova
Freeze nearby enemies. Enemies that resist Freeze are slowed instead.
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12s cooldown
Frost Nova
Control / Freeze
A racing frost ring freezes enemies on arrival, then shatters into shards and a moving blizzard.
Freeze nearby enemies. Enemies that resist Freeze are slowed instead.
Development snapshot: This page shows how Frost Nova plays in the v0.70 development snapshot. Balance, visuals, upgrade details, and presentation may still change over time.
Active ability Control / Freeze
8 Ability levels shown
12s Base cooldown
Ability levels
Current ability progression through Legendary Apotheosis
Level 2
Larger radius and longer Freeze.
Level 3
Frozen enemies Shatter for bonus damage.
Level 4
Larger Nova and stronger Shatter.
+0.25s Freeze
Level 5
Shattered enemies release freezing mini novas.
2.8m radius
Splintering Ice
Each Shatter releases 3 seeking ice shards that damage and Chill.
Deep Freeze
Bosses and giants become Brittle, taking 1.5x damage from your frost effects.
Absolute Zero
A blizzard follows you for 5.8s, Chilling enemies until they Freeze.