Shadow Priest 2v2 PvP Guide for TWW Season 3
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Shadow Priest
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34 Archons
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16 Voidweavers
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Welcome to Murlok.io’s Shadow Priest PvP build guide for 2v2 Arenas in The War Within Season 3.
Using data from the top 50 Shadow Priests across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions, this guide highlights the most used stats, talents, gear, enchantments, and gems for competitive matches in Patch 11.1.7.
Top Shadow Priests
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1StunsilenceSargeras (US)Orc | Voidweaver | 684 ilvl2610 -
2DarthlieDraenor (EU)Undead | Voidweaver | 679 ilvl2601 -
3AngelmakérDraenor (EU)Undead | Voidweaver | 679 ilvl2589 -
4MîñðßêñðêrLaughing Skull (US)Pandaren | Voidweaver | 684 ilvl2528 -
5ColddietcokeDraktharon (US)Void Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl2526
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11TîrisWyrmrest Accord (US)Blood Elf | Voidweaver | 703 ilvl2442 -
12KpinnedIllidan (US)Void Elf | Archon | 678 ilvl2424 -
13RerollpumperTichondrius (US)Void Elf | Voidweaver | 679 ilvl2412 -
14MinamiszStormrage (US)Void Elf | Archon | 680 ilvl2412 -
15LergdaddyZenedar (EU)Undead | Archon | 679 ilvl2411
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16GuziniAerie Peak (EU)Undead | Archon | 679 ilvl2411 -
17PrestiBalnazzar (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 682 ilvl2408 -
18FkblizStormscale (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 686 ilvl2407 -
19XtdRavencrest (EU)Orc | Archon | 678 ilvl2407 -
20NoiyvneSargeras (US)Highmountain Tauren | Voidweaver | 679 ilvl2406
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21АнтошкартошHowling Fjord (EU)Undead | Archon | 687 ilvl2406 -
22RippeepEmerald Dream (EU)Void Elf | Voidweaver | 685 ilvl2403 -
23PeterlongrodMalganis (US)Void Elf | Archon | 725 ilvl2402 -
24SpriestbroEmerald Dream (US)Night Elf | Archon | 680 ilvl2401 -
25FromjoyRavencrest (EU)Void Elf | Archon | 687 ilvl2400
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26DeesusSylvanas (EU)Dark Iron Dwarf | Archon | 682 ilvl2376 -
27OmegafeedxFrostwolf (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 681 ilvl2367 -
28BearzThe Underbog (US)Undead | Archon | 679 ilvl2349 -
29DisembieIllidan (US)Undead | Archon | 681 ilvl2346 -
30EdgeofsanítyDraenor (EU)Void Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl2343
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31MßLaughing Skull (US)Void Elf | Archon | 678 ilvl2335 -
32NotfamousElune (US)Void Elf | Voidweaver | 684 ilvl2332 -
33McpriestgodxBlackrock (EU)Undead | Archon | 683 ilvl2313 -
34MìñdspìkèDragonmaw (US)Troll | Archon | 690 ilvl2309 -
35HêibáiStormrage (US)Highmountain Tauren | Archon | 719 ilvl2302
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36ClizerDraenor (EU)Night Elf | Voidweaver | 710 ilvl2290 -
37TwohundredmsTichondrius (US)Highmountain Tauren | Archon | 692 ilvl2283 -
38GgBloodhoof (US)Dracthyr | Archon | 681 ilvl2252 -
39NofadexdKazzak (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 682 ilvl2252 -
40ФайриккBlackscar (EU)Human | Voidweaver | 685 ilvl2249
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41IemonxTichondrius (US)Void Elf | Archon | 694 ilvl2248 -
42MindburnSargeras (US)Human | Archon | 686 ilvl2243 -
43ShacoclownSilvermoon (EU)Dracthyr | Voidweaver | 684 ilvl2225 -
44DexploitDie Nachtwache (EU)Void Elf | Voidweaver | 684 ilvl2223 -
45CrazedNemesis (US)Dark Iron Dwarf | Archon | 681 ilvl2208
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46TexxánBloodscalp (US)Human | Voidweaver | 679 ilvl2201 -
47PhantombrideSilvermoon (EU)Human | Archon | 686 ilvl2194 -
48LagemelaQuelthalas (US)Human | Voidweaver | 683 ilvl2189 -
49AmenoAltar Of Storms (US)Void Elf | Archon | 677 ilvl2181 -
50MîñðßêñðêrTichondrius (US)Pandaren | Voidweaver | 679 ilvl2171
Stats
Stats are core attributes that directly affect a character’s performance. They appear on gear, consumables, enchantments, and gems.
Each stat has diminishing returns once the bonus reaches +20% from equipped sources, so balancing them is key to maximizing effectiveness.
Secondary Stats
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+19398% Critical Strike
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+2006530% Haste
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+40397% Mastery
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+1897024% Versatility
Stat priority
- Haste
- Versatility
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
Minor Stats
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+00% Avoidance
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+4351% Leech
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+07% Speed
Stat priority
- Leech
- Avoidance
- Speed
Talents
Talents define a character’s build and have a direct impact on performance in 2v2 Arenas. This section highlights the most popular Shadow Priest class, specialization, hero, and PvP talents based on top player data from Season 3.
Talents are shown as heatmaps, where colors indicate frequency:
- Most used talents, strongly recommended!
- Frequently used talents, offer flexibility or suit personal preference.
- Rarely used talents, usually chosen to unlock deeper rows in the tree.
Best In Slot Gear
Gear refers to the items equipped in each slot. It provides most of a character’s stat bonuses and can come from the Great Vault, crafted gear, raids, dungeons, Delves, or PvP vendors.
Frequently equipped by top players, these items represent the current best-in-slot gear for 2v2.
Shoulders
Wrist
Legs
Feet
Trinkets
Embellishments
Embellishments are special effects tied to crafted items. Some are built into recipes, while others can be added using optional reagents.
Only two embellished items can be equipped at a time, so choosing the right effects is crucial. The following embellishments are most commonly used in top Shadow Priest builds for 2v2.
Enchantments
Enchantments add effects to gear, including stat bonuses, damage or healing procs, and other enhancements. Most are created through Enchanting, while leg enchants are crafted by Leatherworkers.
These are the most used enchantments across each slot in Season 3 2v2 builds.
Gems
Gems provide bonus secondary stats and help fine-tune a character’s build. They are crafted through Jewelcrafting and socketed into gear.
Additional sockets can be added to Neck and Rings using the Magnificent Jeweler's Setting , or to other gear using a seasonal item typically sold by the Token of Merit vendor near the Great Vault.
Used to round out secondary stats, these gems are the most used in high-rated 2v2.
Algari Diamond
Fiber
Races
Racial traits can affect performance in PvP, with their impact varying by class and game mode. While the differences may not be noticeable in most games, the right racial choice can provide a competitive edge.
These races are most often chosen for their edge in 2v2 Arenas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions about how this guide is built and how to interpret the data.
How is this Shadow Priest 2v2 guide created?
The guide is created by collecting live data from the 50 top-rated Shadow Priests in 2v2, using the Battle.net API . Their builds are then analyzed to identify the most used stats, talents, gear, and enhancements for Season 3.
How often is the information updated?
The data is refreshed every 8 hours.
Why is this called a guide?
It’s called a guide because it helps players make informed build decisions by showing what top players are using. While it doesn’t teach gameplay step by step, it serves as a reference for optimizing your setup.
Is this guide good for beginners?
Yes. It shows what top players are using, which can be useful for understanding current trends. However, it’s not a how-to guide.
Why is my character not listed in the top section?
Your character might not appear due to inactivity, not meeting the current rating threshold (which increases as the season progresses), frequent spec changes, or gear that doesn’t align with the PvP format.