Wotlk Classic Stage 3 Dps Tier List
The third phase of Wrath of the Lich King introduces the Trials of the Crusader dungeon and the return of Onyxia as a level 80 dungeon boss. Raid is heavily focused on single-target and slashing damage, while the AoE-centric spec bogs down. Armor Penetration becomes a passive stat on equipment, benefiting physical damage dealers, and equipment overall becomes stronger, favoring specs with good scalability.
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specialization |
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S class |
Frost Death Knight |
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S class |
evil death knight |
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S class |
Fire Mage |
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S class |
shooting hunter |
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Class A |
Arcane Mage |
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Class A |
Combat Thieves |
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Class A |
Furious Warrior |
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Class A |
Feral Druid |
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Class A |
assassination thief |
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Class A |
survival hunter |
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Class A |
Retribution Paladin |
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Class B |
Shadow Priest |
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Class B |
Balance Druid |
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Class B |
Pain Warlock |
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Class B |
Demon Warlock |
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Class B |
Enhance Shaman |
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Class B |
Elemental Shaman |
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Class C |
Destruction Warlock |
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Class C |
weapons warrior |
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Class C |
Tamer Hunter |
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Class D |
bloody death knight |
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Class D |
cunning thief |
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Class D |
Frost Mage |
S class
The S class consists of the most dominant classes in the current meta, boasting superior damage output and utility. These majors are highly sought after due to their excellence and are often heavily recruited.
Frost Death Knight:
Frost DK is considered very powerful and ranks among the best in S Tier due to its strong single target damage.
evil death knight
Evil DKs also benefit from the powerful set bonus of the DK level 9 set, putting them at S level.
Fire Mage
The Fire Mage has reached S level, capable of delivering impressive critical strikes and dominating single-target damage.
shooting hunter
The Marksman Hunter has been upgraded from A to S tier thanks to armor penetrating equipment and superior scaling.
Class A
A Tier consists of powerful DPS feats that provide significant damage and utility in raids, although they may not have the highest damage output. They often appear in raid groups, often with multiple people playing each profession.
Arcane Mage
Deals powerful damage to a single target in the third phase of combat, but lacks cleave damage and takes damage while moving. Switch to Fire Mage often due to better set bonuses and higher critical chance.
Combat Thieves
Excellent single target and area of effect damage, but lacks reliable slashing damage. Still a strong spec, 2-3 rogues are common in raids.
Furious Warrior
Move up to A level with good single target damage and great cleave damage. It is recommended to switch from Arms Warrior to Stage 3 for better performance.
Feral Druid
Dropped from S Tier to mid-tier A Tier due to below average set bonuses. Huge single target damage, but lacks effective slashing damage. Still a strong and viable norm.
assassination thief
Good single target damage, but weak against armored targets. The lack of reliable slashing damage makes it less effective in Phase 3.
survival hunter
Awkward position, average single target damage, but good slashing and AoE damage. Level 10 set rewards are invalid. Many survival hunters turn to shooting during the third phase.
Retribution Paladin
Overcome challenges to reach the bottom of Level A. Scaling is moderate, but benefits from strong cleave damage. The set bonuses aren’t impressive, but the utility justifies their raid placement.
Class B
Tier B consists of damage specs with average but still viable damage output. While they may not exceed A-tier specs on the damage table, it makes sense to include them in raids as they provide valuable raid buffs, making up for their lower damage potential.
Shadow Priest
In the third phase, Shadow Priest’s single-target damage is mediocre, but he excels in multi-target combat. They provide great utility and remain competitive in terms of DPS.
Balance Druid
The Boomkins are still in the upper echelon of Class B. Their single target damage is lacking, but they excel in slash and slash combat, masking their weaknesses with AoE spells. They provide valuable utility for raids.
Pain Warlock
Due to the sub-par set rewards, Pain Warlock is temporarily in B level. While their damage is decent, they lack excellence in any specific area and face increasing competition for loot.
Demon Warlock
Similar to Pain, Demon Warlock also belongs to B level. Set bonuses will increase single target damage, but that’s not their strong suit. Their cleave damage lags behind, making them valuable primarily for the Demonic Pact buff.
Enhance Shaman
The enhancement shaman’s emotions at this stage are complex. They perform well in single target damage due to armor penetration, but lack in cleave damage. Their totemic fans have secured their team spot, but the gap between them and the top performers remains.
Elemental Shaman
Elemental Shaman is in the heavy hacking stage when entering the B layer. They benefit from Chain Lightning, but struggle with single target damage. While not top of the line, their improved performance and utility make them valuable to raid groups.
Class C
C-level feats are weaker DPS options, but are still viable and fun to play, although they can be difficult to find a team and don’t exceed DPS meters.
Destruction Warlock
Destruction Warlocks fall from B level and lack the damage improvements of the level 10 set, making them less effective in the heavy slashing phase. Most warlocks will switch to Pain at this stage.
weapons warrior
The Weapons Warrior excels in the heavy slashing phase, but suffers from lower single target damage due to the less impressive level 10 set bonuses. Furious Warriors, on the other hand, does a great job.
tame animals
Tamer Hunter has a strong 4 set bonus at level 10, but still struggles to make a significant impact on the damage table. Shooting Hunters shine in the third phase, making Beast Mastery less popular.
Class D
Class D refers to specs or specializations in a game that are deemed unfeasible. While they are fun to play, these specs are difficult to invite to raids and may even get kicked off the team due to their poor damage output. Here’s a summary of each mentioned spec:
bloody death knight
While the Death Knight level 9 set is powerful, it’s not enough to make the damage output competitive compared to the weaker damage-dealing specs. The only reason to bring extra blood DKs is for the “Hysteria” ability, but they will still be better as tanks.
cunning thief
While the PvP encounters in Trials of the Crusader might suggest a PvP-focused Rogue specialization, the damage it provides still isn’t enough. Bringing a cunning rogue with you in this pseudo-PvP boss fight doesn’t really help.
Frost Mage
Similar to Subtle Rogue, having a Frost Mage is not an advantage in the aforementioned pseudo-PvP boss fight. Instead, it is recommended to choose the Fire specialization to deal damage and defeat monsters.
Wrath of the Lich King
Wrath of the Lich King, abbreviated as WotLK, is an expansion pack for the extremely popular MMORPG “World of Warcraft”. Developed by Blizzard Entertainment, it was released on November 13, 2008, marking the game’s second expansion pack. This expansion transports players to the icy continent of Northrend, immersing them in the compelling story surrounding the resurrection of the Lich King Arthas Menethil.
Their primary goal is to defeat the Lich King and his undead legions. Additionally, they have the opportunity to venture into unknown territories, discover different areas and embark on dangerous dungeon adventures. One notable addition in this expansion is the Death Knight class. Available to players with at least a level 55 character, the Death Knight embodies a hybrid playstyle that expertly blends melee combat and spellcasting.
Death Knights exhibit a unique set of abilities, talents, and specialized equipment, resulting in a unique gaming experience. Another highlight of WotLK is the introduction of the achievement system. This innovative feature enables players to earn massive rewards by completing various tasks, such as exploring unexplored areas, defeating powerful opponents, and participating in exciting PvP conflicts.
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Wrath of the Lich King gameplay
The gameplay in World of Warcraft’s Wrath of the Lich King expansion has been widely praised by players and critics. It successfully builds on the fundamental gameplay mechanics established in the base game and previous expansions, while introducing engaging new features that enhance the immersive and engaging nature of the game.
One of the expansion’s most notable additions is the introduction of the Death Knight class. This class revolutionizes gameplay by seamlessly blending melee combat and spellcasting abilities, providing a unique and powerful playstyle. With their unique talents, spells, and runes, the Death Knight has proven to be a powerful force in both player versus player (PvP) and player versus environment (PvE) scenarios.
In addition, the WotLK expansion introduces a series of new areas and dungeons, each with their own stunning visual design and rich lore. Northrend, a vast and dangerous continent filled with dangerous creatures and hidden treasures, provides players with a mesmerizing exploration experience.
Another groundbreaking gameplay feature introduced in WotLK is the achievement system. This system rewards players for completing different tasks and objectives throughout the game. From mundane tasks like collecting pets and mounts, to more difficult challenges like completing a raid instance without taking any casualties, these achievements add an extra sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Wrath of the Lich King trailer
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