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Genji · recommended perks

BalancedRecommendedData-drivenPatch Season 4
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When to use it

One minor and one major perk, chosen by what each one's text adds to a damage hero. Blizzard doesn't publish how often each perk is picked, so this is a reading of the perks, not a pick rate.

This build is part of the guide Genji beginner guide.

Minor perk

Swift CutsQuick Melee reduces the cooldown of Swift Strike by 3 seconds.Dragon's ThirstDragonblade swings gain 30% lifesteal.

Picked for more utility: Quick Melee reduces the cooldown of Swift Strike by 3 seconds.

Major perk

Blade TwistingSwift Strike deals 25 additional damage over time if the enemy is below half health.MeditationRegenerate 50 health per second while Deflect is active.

Picked for more damage: Swift Strike deals 25 additional damage over time if the enemy is below half health.