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Survival Hunter PvP Guide For 3v3

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Survival Hunter
Season 4
50 characters
1611 - 2164

Welcome to Murlok.io's Survival Hunter PvP guide for 3v3 in World of Warcraft. This guide lists the best stats, races, talents, gear, embellishments, enchantments, and gems for patch 10.2.6, based on the character builds of the Top 50 Survival Hunters from Dragonflight Season 4 across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions. This includes Jésús (Dalaran US) , who is currently the highest-ranked with a rating of 2164.

Updated every 12 hours with the latest data from the Battle.net API , the guide also examines each character's last time played, specialization usage frequency, and equipment type to ensure greater accuracy.

Top Survival Hunters

  1. 1
    Jésús's character icon
    Jésús
    Dalaran (US)
    508 ilvl
    2164
  2. 2
    Ethxx's character icon
    Ethxx
    Tichondrius (US)
    482 ilvl
    2163
  3. 3
    Belaux's character icon
    Belaux
    Archimonde (EU)
    456 ilvl
    2058
  4. 4
    Astralshøt's character icon
    Astralshøt
    Kazzak (EU)
    472 ilvl
    2041
  5. 5
    Neverturtlex's character icon
    Neverturtlex
    Tichondrius (US)
    466 ilvl
    2023

Stat Priority

Stats are crucial attributes that directly influence a character's power in World of Warcraft. They not only determine the character's strength but also define the overall feel and playstyle. Stat bonuses can be found on various pieces of equipment, in consumables created by the Alchemy profession, certain foods, some enchantments , and gems .

It's important to note that each stat experiences diminishing returns once its equipped bonus reaches +20%. This means that optimizing a character's performance involves more than just maximizing each stat; it's about finding a balanced distribution. Here is the optimal way to balance Survival Hunter Secondary and Minor stats for 3v3.

Secondary Stats
+846
19% Critical Strike
+4929
29% Haste
+979
22% Mastery
+6799
33% Versatility
  1. Versatility
  2. Haste
  3. Mastery
  4. Critical Strike
Minor Stats
+42
1% Avoidance
+8
0% Leech
+617
12% Speed
  1. Speed
  2. Avoidance
  3. Leech

Races

In World of Warcraft, each race comes with unique traits that enhance character abilities or improve in-game quality of life. Although these racial traits typically offer minor advantages, they can still provide a competitive edge in certain scenarios.

With Night Elf currently being the top race for Survival Hunters in 3v3, here are the other races that also stand out due to their advantageous traits.

  1. Night Elf race icon
    Night Elf
    20
  2. Human race icon
    Human
    12
  3. Orc race icon
    Orc
    8
  4. Pandaren race icon
    Pandaren
    2
  5. Mechagnome race icon
    Mechagnome
    2

Class Talents

Talents are the main element defining a character's build, significantly influencing the playstyle by adding, modifying, and enhancing character abilities and behaviors. They are crucial in shaping how a character functions in battle.

Class talents represent a common tree shared across all Hunter specializations. These talents provide foundational skills and enhancements that are essential and universal to the Hunter class. They offer a range of abilities that lay the groundwork for a Hunter's overall capabilities, regardless of the chosen specialization.

The following tree reproduces the in-game class talents disposition as a heatmap. Each color represents the usage frequency and general recommendation level of the talents:

  • Legendary : Represents the most frequently used talents. These are highly recommended for optimal performance.
  • Epic : Indicates talents that are widely used but offer flexibility for alternative choices. Useful in specific scenarios or personal preference.
  • Talents without color: Talents less commonly selected. They are typically chosen to fill necessary slots for advancing to the next tier and may not offer significant value in most situations.
Kill Command
50
Concussive Shot
41
Kill Shot
50
Trailblazer
2
Posthaste
50
Improved Kill Shot
43
Wilderness Medicine
1
Muzzle
50
Natural Mending
40
Tar Trap
50
Misdirection
9
Survival of the Fittest
50
Tranquilizing Shot
50
Entrapment
49
Improved Traps
47
Nature's Endurance
50
Born To Be Wild
3
Scare Beast
0
Improved Tranquilizing Shot
1
Intimidation
50
Scatter Shot
43
Rejuvenating Wind
48
Camouflage
50
Sentinel
0
Binding Shackles
6
Roar of Sacrifice
49
Pathfinding
3
Sentinel's Perception
0
Beast Master
0
Keen Eyesight
50
Master Marksman
50
Improved Kill Command
0
Serrated Shots
48
Arctic Bola
50
Serpent Sting
50
Killer Instinct
0
Steel Trap
1
Death Chakram
50
Explosive Shot
49
Poison Injection
48

Specialization Talents

Specialization talents constitute a specialized tree, providing Survival Hunters with unique abilities and enhancements tailored to their combat style.

The following tree reproduces the in-game specialization talents disposition as a heatmap. Each color represents the usage frequency and general recommendation level of the talents:

  • Legendary : Represents the most frequently used talents. These are highly recommended for optimal performance.
  • Epic : Indicates talents that are widely used but offer flexibility for alternative choices. Useful in specific scenarios or personal preference.
  • Talents without color: Talents less commonly selected. They are typically chosen to fill necessary slots for advancing to the next tier and may not offer significant value in most situations.
Raptor Strike
50
Wildfire Bomb
50
Tip of the Spear
50
Ferocity
38
Flanker's Advantage
0
Harpoon
50
Energetic Ally
3
Bloodseeker
50
Aspect of the Eagle
49
Terms of Engagement
50
Guerrilla Tactics
50
Lunge
50
Butchery
1
Mongoose Bite
49
Intense Focus
0
Improved Wildfire Bomb
50
Frenzy Strikes
1
Flanking Strike
50
Spear Focus
23
Viper's Venom
50
Sharp Edges
2
Sweeping Spear
48
Tactical Advantage
49
Bloody Claws
0
Wildfire Infusion
50
Quick Shot
1
Coordinated Assault
50
Killer Companion
34
Fury of the Eagle
8
Ranger
50
Coordinated Kill
50
Explosives Expert
0
Spearhead
32
Ruthless Marauder
3
Birds of Prey
7
Deadly Duo
0

PvP Talents

PvP talents are specifically tailored for player-versus-player combat scenarios. Activated in arenas, battlegrounds, and the open world with war mode enabled, these talents are designed to optimize a Survival Hunter's performance in PvP encounters. They provide specialized enhancements and strategies that give players an edge in combat against other players, reflecting the unique demands of PvP gameplay.

The following tree reproduces the in-game pvp talents disposition as a heatmap. Each color represents the usage frequency and general recommendation level of the talents:

  • Legendary : Represents the most frequently used talents. These are highly recommended for optimal performance.
  • Epic : Indicates talents that are widely used but offer flexibility for alternative choices. Useful in specific scenarios or personal preference.
  • Talents without color: Talents less commonly selected. They are typically chosen to fill necessary slots for advancing to the next tier and may not offer significant value in most situations.
Hunting Pack
1
Mending Bandage
5
Sticky Tar Bomb
17
Tracker's Net
1
Diamond Ice
22
Survival Tactics
50
Chimaeral Sting
35
Tranquilizing Darts
17
Wild Kingdom
0
Interlope
2

Best In Slot And Gear

Gear consists of items that directly determine a character's power level. It can be acquired from diverse sources: dungeon, raid, world drops, crafted through various professions, obtained from PvP vendors, or chosen as rewards from the Great Vault.

Each piece of gear significantly boosts a character's overall strength and capabilities. Here are the top items for Survival Hunters in 3v3, tailored for each equipment slot.

Head

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Headguard item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Headguard
    47
  2. Stormwing Harrier's Skullmask item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Skullmask
    2
  3. Helm of Hardened Gold item icon
    Helm of Hardened Gold
    1

Neck

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Necklace item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Necklace
    38
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Pendant item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Pendant
    8
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Necklace item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Necklace
    2
  4. Amulet of Eonar's Chosen item icon
    Amulet of Eonar's Chosen
    1
  5. Draconic Gladiator's Amulet item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Amulet
    1

Shoulders

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Spaulders item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Spaulders
    35
  2. Stormwing Harrier's Pinions item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Pinions
    13
  3. Blazing Dreamstalker's Finest Hunt item set icon
    set
    Blazing Dreamstalker's Finest Hunt
    1
  4. Faultline Mantle item icon
    Faultline Mantle
    1

Back

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Drape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Drape
    38
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Cape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Cape
    9
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Drape item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Drape
    2
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Greatcloak item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Greatcloak
    1

Chest

  1. Stormwing Harrier's Cuirass item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Cuirass
    29
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Tunic item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Tunic
    18
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Vest item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Vest
    2
  4. Blazing Dreamstalker's Scaled Hauberk item set icon
    set
    Blazing Dreamstalker's Scaled Hauberk
    1

Wrist

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Bracer item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Bracer
    41
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wristwraps item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wristwraps
    5
  3. Adaptive Dracothyst Armguards item icon
    Adaptive Dracothyst Armguards
    3
  4. Timeway Sojourner's Bracelet item icon
    Timeway Sojourner's Bracelet
    1

Hands

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Handguards item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Handguards
    33
  2. Stormwing Harrier's Handguards item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Handguards
    8
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Gauntlets item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Gauntlets
    6
  4. Blazing Dreamstalker's Skinners item set icon
    set
    Blazing Dreamstalker's Skinners
    2
  5. Stonecracker Knuckles item icon
    Stonecracker Knuckles
    1

Waist

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Belt item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Belt
    40
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Clasp item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Clasp
    6
  3. Draconic Warmonger's Cinch item set icon
    set
    Draconic Warmonger's Cinch
    2
  4. Hellbloom Cinch item set icon
    set
    Hellbloom Cinch
    1
  5. Unnatural Dripstone Cinch item icon
    Unnatural Dripstone Cinch
    1

Legs

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wargreaves item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wargreaves
    37
  2. Stormwing Harrier's Greaves item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Greaves
    11
  3. Blazing Dreamstalker's Shellgreaves item set icon
    set
    Blazing Dreamstalker's Shellgreaves
    1
  4. Flame-Touched Legguards item icon
    Flame-Touched Legguards
    1

Feet

  1. Infurious Boots of Reprieve item icon
    Infurious Boots of Reprieve
    35
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Sabatons item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Sabatons
    9
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Stompers item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Stompers
    3
  4. Venom-Steeped Stompers item icon
    Venom-Steeped Stompers
    3

Rings

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Ring item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Ring
    46
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Signet item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Signet
    22
  3. Draconic Combatant's Jeweled Signet item icon
    Draconic Combatant's Jeweled Signet
    17
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Band item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Band
    8
  5. Ring-Bound Hourglass item icon
    Ring-Bound Hourglass
    2

Trinkets

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity
    45
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Medallion item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Medallion
    41
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity
    6
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Emblem item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Emblem
    4
  5. Augury of the Primal Flame item icon
    Augury of the Primal Flame
    1

Main Hand

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Polearm item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Polearm
    45
  2. Awak'mani, Grimtotem's Legacy item icon
    Awak'mani, Grimtotem's Legacy
    1
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Recurve item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Recurve
    1
  4. Draconic Warmonger's Battlestaff item icon
    Draconic Warmonger's Battlestaff
    1
  5. Draconic Warmonger's Spear item icon
    Draconic Warmonger's Spear
    1

Embellishments

Embellishments are unique effects that can be added to crafted items, either as predefined elements in recipes or through an optional embellishment reagent, creating embellished gear. These enhancements diversify and amplify characters' capabilities.

Given that only a maximum of 2 embellished items can be equipped at a time, here are the best embellishments for Survival Hunters in 3v3.

  1. Infurious Boots of Reprieve embellishment item icon
    Mettle
    35
  2. Adaptive Dracothyst Armguards embellishment item icon
    Adaptive Stonescales
    3
  3. Venom-Steeped Stompers embellishment item icon
    Potent Venom
    3
  4. Flame-Touched Legguards embellishment item icon
    Verdant Conduit
    1

Enchantments

Enchantments provide minor yet valuable enhancements to various items, including Head, Back, Chest, Wrist, Waist, Legs, Rings, Feet, Main Hand, and Off Hand.

Most enchantments are crafted via the Enchanting profession. However, Waist enchantments specifically require Blacksmithing, Legs enhancements are crafted by Leatherworkers, and Head enchantments come from the Incandescent Essence , a reward obtained through a quest in the Amirdrassil raid.

Enchantments are usually available at the auction house, making them accessible for upgrades. Here is a list of the top enchantments for Survival Hunters in 3v3, essential for optimizing combat effectiveness.

Head

  1. Incandescent Essence enchantment icon
    Incandescent Essence
    5

Waist

  1. Shadowed Belt Clasp enchantment icon
    Shadowed Belt Clasp
    6

Legs

  1. Fierce Armor Kit enchantment icon
    Fierce Armor Kit
    42
  2. Fierce Armor Kit enchantment icon
    Fierce Armor Kit
    4

Main Hand

  1. High Intensity Thermal Scanner enchantment icon
    High Intensity Thermal Scanner
    1

Gems

Gems are crafted stones from the Jewelcrafting profession, typically offering stat bonuses to enhance your gear. These gems can be socketed into specific items such as Head, Neck, Wrist, Waist, and Rings. The presence of sockets on items is usually random upon their drop.

Notably, Neck items can be uniquely modified to have up to three sockets by using 3 Tiered Medallion Setting . Additionally, a single socket can be added to other eligible items with a Nature's Cradle , which requires 6 Aspects' Tokens of Merit obtained from the Great Vault.

Available through both the auction house and the crafting order system, the following are the top gem choices for Survival Hunters in 3v3.

  1. Keen Ysemerald gem icon
    Keen Ysemerald
    44
  2. Energized Ysemerald gem icon
    Energized Ysemerald
    30
  3. Zen Neltharite gem icon
    Zen Neltharite
    24
  4. Keen Neltharite gem icon
    Keen Neltharite
    17
  5. Radiant Alexstraszite gem icon
    Radiant Alexstraszite
    13