Combat system in Wolcen Wolcen guide, walktrough
Last update: 18 February 2020
This page of our guide to Wolcen Lords of Mayhem describes this basic mechanic - if you don't master it, you won't be able to continue the game. Combat in Wolcen Lords of Mayhem consists of several factors - we have described them on this page.
Attributes
![Attributes are the stats of your character - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704750.jpg)
Attributes are the stats of your character. They affect ferocity, toughness, agility, and wisdom.
![Each of these categories affects your heros statistics - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704765.jpg)
Each of these categories affects your hero's statistics. Each new character level gives you points.
Active skills
![Active skills can be purchased or obtained, for example, from chests or dropped by defeated opponents - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704781.jpg)
Active skills can be purchased or obtained, for example, from chests or dropped by defeated opponents.
![Each skill is assigned to a specific type of weapon - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704796.jpg)
Each skill is assigned to a specific type of weapon. Check this information before adding it to the selected skills.
![The use of active skills is one of the main combat elements - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704812.jpg)
The use of active skills is one of the main combat elements. This way you can fight your opponents more effectively and develop your skills.
Gear
![Your character in Wolcen Lords of Mayhem can have two weapons and wear armor consisting of - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704828.jpg)
Your character in Wolcen Lords of Mayhem can have two weapons and wear armor consisting of:
- four accessories (e.g. rings, belt);
- two armguards;
- two shoulder pads;
- headgear;
- breastplate;
- leg armor;
- boots;
![Each piece of armor has its own statistics that affect the hero - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704843.jpg)
Each piece of armor has its own statistics that affect the hero. Therefore, you should try to match them to your playstyle.
Gems
![You unlock gems as the story progresses - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704859.jpg)
You unlock gems as the story progresses. They affect the stats of your weapons and armor.
![You can acquire gems by traveling around the world or by purchasing them from a merchant - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704875.jpg)
You can acquire gems by traveling around the world or by purchasing them from a merchant.
The Basics section has a page dedicated to gems. There you will learn how to select gems, how to add to your armor and remove them.
Passive skills
![Wolcen Lords of Mayhem offers an extensive skill tree - Combat system in Wolcen - Basics - Wolcen Lords of Mayhem Guide](/wolcen-lords-of-mayhem/gfx/word/539704890.jpg)
Wolcen Lords of Mayhem offers an extensive skill tree. They affect your character's attributes and the way they fight.