Mastering PvP in WoW Classic: The Ultimate Guide to Dominant Battleground Strategies

As the 20th Anniversary Edition of World of Warcraft approaches, players are eagerly anticipating the return of the original game's PvP experience. Classic's intense, fast-paced combat and team-based gameplay make it a favorite among veterans and newcomers alike. To help you get ahead of the competition, we've compiled a list of the best builds and tactics for the game's most popular classes. From Rogues to Druids, learn how to dominate the battlegrounds with these essential tips and tricks.

1. Rogue: Assassination

The Assassination spec's stealth and mobility make it a top choice for PvP. Here's how to maximize your damage output and evade enemy attacks.

Stealth is key to a Rogue's success in PvP. Use it to gather intel on your opponents, then vanish and strike from the shadows. Ambush deals massive damage, and Rupture slows your target, making it easier to land critical hits. When in combat, use Sprint to dodge enemy attacks and Feint to avoid taking damage. Finish off enemies with Envenom and Mutilate, then disappear again. Gouge prevents them from retaliating, and Garrote silences them. Use Cheap Shot to interrupt spellcasting and Vanish to escape. Your Subtlety tree offers utility, but Assassination's Deadly Throw and Shadowstep offer more damage. Don't forget to keep your Energy bar full with Eviscerate and Slice and Dice.

2. Druid: Feral

As a Feral Druid, balance your tanking and DPS abilities. Use Bear Form to absorb damage, then switch to Cat Form for increased attack power. Mangle and Rip shred your foes, and Rake and Swipe for extra damage. Ferocious Bite deals massive damage, while Thrash and Maul apply bleeds. Use Shred to build up Rage for a devastating Finishers like Rip and Rake again. Use Faerie Fire to weaken foes, and Frenzied Regeneration for health. Swipe and Mangle are essential crowd control tools. Use your Druidic Forms to switch between forms as needed.

3. Paladin: Protection

In PvP, Protection Paladins excel with Shield of the Righteous and Holy Shield. Use Judgement to deal damage and Holy Light to heal allies. Consecration and Avenger's Shield give you a shield, while Blessing of Protection buffs your team. Retribution is an option, but Seal of Righteousness is best for tanking. Use Blessing of Protection to boost your allies. Hammer of the Righteous and Divine Shield protect your team, while Judgement is your go-to attack. Sacrifice to heal and Shield of the Avenger to boost your own health.

4. Warrior: Arms

Arms Warriors are versatile, with Shield Block and Revenge for defense. Charge and Overpower for damage, and Shield Wall to block. Use Mortal Strike and Sunder Armor for extra damage. Execute and Bladestorm for AoE attacks, and Whirlwind to stun foes. Cleave and Shield Barrier for crowd control. Use Ignore Pain for health regen.

5. Hunter: Beast Mastery

As a Beast Mastery Hunter, use Aspect of the Hawk for speed. Feign Death to escape, and Disengage to dodge. Auto Shot and Arcane Shot for ranged damage. Use Deterrence to interrupt spells, and Misdirection to confuse foes. Traps like Freezing Trap and Freezing Trap slow enemies. Use Bestial Wrath to boost your pet's damage. Use Intimidation to scare foes, and Wing Clip to fly. Use Kill Shot for critical hits.

6. Mage: Arcane

Arcane Mages are versatile, with Arcane Blast and Arcane Missiles. Use Arcane Barrage and Arcane Explosion for AoE damage. Polymorph and Frost Nova to slow foes, and Blizzard to freeze. Arcane Fortitude boosts your stats, while Arcane Shield absorbs damage. Use Arcane Brilliance for mana regeneration. Ice Barrier defends against casters.

1. Warlock: Affliction

Affliction's Haunt and Corruption deal damage, while Agony and Drain Soul drain health. Use Shadow Bolt and Siphon Life to heal. Soul Shard absorbs damage, and Fear to control foes. Use Howl of Terror to scare them. Summon Felhunter to deal damage. Use Dark Embrace for health, and Soul Swap to swap places.

2. Priest: Holy

Holy Priests use Prayer of Healing for team support, while Renew and Flash Heal to heal. Use Smite and Binding Heal to boost allies. Power Word: Shield and Prayer of Healing to shield. Use Inner Fire for damage, and Divine Spirit to buff your team. Use Holy Nova for AoE heals.

3. Shaman: Elemental