Momentum
Unlocked by completing the three-node parry cluster. Parries and accumulated hits stack it, and spending it produces a shockwave strike that contests most incoming attacks and applies pressure at range.
Applies to 23 September 2026 updateUpdated
Creator-tested
- Class
- Mercenary
- Weapon
- Sword & Shield
- Role
- Granted counter
- Applies to
- 23 September 2026 update
- Balance passes
- Named in none of 6 to 2026-09-23
When to use it
The payoff for committing to the parry tree — it converts successful defence into a counter-attack rather than just survival.
Where this comes from
Opens at 15:30, where the skill is explained. Full citation below.
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Sources for this page
- Master Deemo — Best Mercenary Solo Build and Affix Guide — Launch build, published 2 August 2026. Source for the parry Mercenary talents and the Elusive / Vitality / Valor solo affix core.
Other Mercenary Sword & Shield skills
- Sword Tip — Core resource
- Shield Dash — Gap close / crowd control
- Stonebreaker Slash — Secondary parry