Knock back

Knock back (also known as punting) is an ability that lifts an enemy off the ground and knocks them back a certain distance, without dismounting mounted players.

Knockback abilities were implemented in Wrath of the Lich King. Previously, they had been much sought after by players, traditionally only being given to mobs or NPCs (Non-Player Characters).

If you have a knockback ability, use it wisely. For example, Hunters benefit from the extra range the knockback gives them. Player abilities with a knockback effect:


 * Druid talent Typhoon: 20 yard knockback.


 * Shaman talent Thunderstorm: 20 yard knockback.


 * Hunters' Disengage effectively allows them to knock themselves back.

Death Knights have a kind of "Anti-Knockback" skill, Death Grip. It pulls targeted enemy up from 30 yards away next to the caster.