What does Proc mean in WoW Classic?


  1. What does Proc mean in WoW Classic?
  2. Why is it called proc?

What does Proc mean in WoW Classic?

Proc is an abbreviation that refers to a weapon, item or ability activating with the “Chance on Hit” or “Chance on Use” effect (an ability or a spell).

Why is it called proc?

Proc was originally short for “spec_proc” (spec_proc is short for “special process”) which is a term used by the original programmer of Circle-MUD, Jeremy Elson. It might have been used by the original programmers of diku-MUD as well.