World of Warcraft Classic: Season of Discovery PvP Tier List

World of Warcraft Classic: Season of Discovery has brought a fresh take on the series, shaking up the formula of classic WoW, especially in its PvP offerings. The new Runes and level cap have made for some changes and shifts in the PvP landscape. In this article, we'll dive into the current PvP rankings and meta, providing a tier list for every class in WoW Classic: Season of Discovery.

Understanding the Tier List

Keep in mind that this list is subject to change as patches and hotfixes are released. With phase 2 just around the corner, we could see this list dramatically shift with the introduction of new Runes and the higher level cap. Treat this list as informed suggestions, and remember that any class can be fun and perform well in PvP with the right playstyle.

Best PvP Classes in Phase 1 of Season of Discovery

While every class has its strengths and weaknesses, some are more viable and perform better than others in PvP. Here's a breakdown of the best PvP classes in phase 1 of Season of Discovery:

Tier List

C-Tier

Warrior – While Warriors have potential, they are currently missing key abilities like Berserker Rage, making it difficult for them to hold their own in most confrontations without assistance. Only one of their talent trees, Arms, offers any substantive help with PvP content, which puts them in the lower tiers.

B-Tier

Shaman – Shamans can deal decent damage in the right circumstances and offer valuable healing to their allies. However, they struggle with consistency and mana regeneration, making them a bit inconsistent in PvP.

Mage – Mages have high damage potential with fire and plenty of CC with frost, making them great additions to PvP. However, they can be taken out quickly if left unprotected and struggle with mana regeneration.

Paladin – Paladins are versatile and valuable in PvP, with utility that includes shielding, fear immunities, and some CC options. They also offer decent damage and are a great addition to any team.

Druid – Druids can deal decent damage, especially with the additions to Balance and Feral. They also offer good healing for PvP, thanks to their Healing over Time and multiple target options. However, they struggle with mana regeneration, which holds them back from being a top-tier class.

A-Tier

Rogue – Rogues are deadly in single-target fights and excel at quick-kill and run tactics. While they don't have abilities like Cheap Shot, they can be devastating if played correctly.

Priest – Priests are powerful additions to any PvP team, thanks to their defensive and healing capabilities. Penance and Holy Priests are especially valuable, and their Runes only increase their potential.

S-Tier

Hunter – Hunters are dominating the PvP scene, thanks to their high damage, immobilizing, and CC options. Their pets also deal massive damage, making them a top-tier choice for PvP.

Warlock – Warlocks are performing exceptionally well in PvP, thanks to their high DPS and burst potential. Affliction is the standout spec, and with runes like Master Channeler or Metamorphosis, this class is making waves in WoW Classic: Season of Discovery.