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Cornelis van der Windt

Netherlands Cruiser Commander
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Overview

Burn-specialist for cruisers. Flame Storm synergizes with Burn It Down XXL and Igniter for reliable fires. Fully Packed and Refill Station sustain HE volleys. Beyond Range enables extended engagement. Optimal for aggressive, fire-centric cruiser play.

Commander Bio

Cornelis van der Windt is a Dutch naval commander celebrated for his tactical brilliance and superior gunnery skills. Known for swift, aggressive maneuvers and unwavering discipline, he commands with the precision characteristic of Dutch maritime heritage and tradition. A Wargaming original creation, van der Windt dominates World of Warships Legends through strategic excellence and relentless firepower, establishing himself as a formidable force on the high seas.

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Skills

16 + base trait

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Balance alertThe Air Support skill was rebalanced on 2026-04-30.See details ↓ +4 more
Base Trait
Flame Storm
Skill Tree · 5 ranks

Skill balance changes

Recent balance updates affecting skills this commander carries.

BUFF No-Fly Zone 2025-07-31
  • Ship's average AA damage per second is now increased by 4/8/12/15% instead of 3/6/8/10%.
Ministry of Balance: Back to the Naval Academy Read the full official post
BUFF Sponge 2024-10-10
  • Armament HP effect improved from +4/+8/+12/+15% to +5/+10/+15/+20%
  • Armament repair time effect improved from –4/–8/–12/–15% to –5/–10/–15/–20%
  • Effect on incoming damage for cruisers improved from –2/–3/–4/–5% to –2/–3.4/–4.7/–6%
Ministry of Balance: Trick and Treat Read the full official post

Linked ship guides

De Zeven Provinciën Eendracht Gouden Leeuw Haarlem Johan de Witt Kijkduin Vrijheid

Official sources

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