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Demonology Warlock PvP Guide For 2v2

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Demonology Warlock
Season 4
36 characters
2010 - 2350

Welcome to Murlok.io's Demonology Warlock PvP guide for 2v2 in World of Warcraft. This guide lists the best stats, races, talents, gear, embellishments, enchantments, and gems for patch 10.2.7, based on the character builds of the Top 50 Demonology Warlocks from Dragonflight Season 4 across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions. This includes Nastychãtøn (Ysondre EU) , who is currently the highest-ranked with a rating of 2350.

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 Demonology Warlocks

  1. 1
    Nastychãtøn's character icon
    Nastychãtøn
    Ysondre (EU)
    519 ilvl
    2350
  2. 2
    Demobu's character icon
    Demobu
    Tichondrius (US)
    497 ilvl
    2314
  3. 3
    Woofwoofdog's character icon
    Woofwoofdog
    Kazzak (EU)
    497 ilvl
    2222
  4. 4
    Vâladar's character icon
    Vâladar
    Sanguino (EU)
    491 ilvl
    2192
  5. 5
    Petalock's character icon
    Petalock
    Tichondrius (US)
    486 ilvl
    2183

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 Demonology Warlock Secondary and Minor stats for 2v2.

Secondary Stats
+1060
11% Critical Strike
+5600
32% Haste
+1792
26% Mastery
+6737
33% Versatility
  1. Versatility
  2. Haste
  3. Mastery
  4. Critical Strike
Minor Stats
+35
0% Avoidance
+62
0% Leech
+474
9% Speed
  1. Speed
  2. Leech
  3. Avoidance

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 Orc currently being the top race for Demonology Warlocks in 2v2, here are the other races that also stand out due to their advantageous traits.

  1. Orc race icon
    Orc
    16
  2. Void Elf race icon
    Void Elf
    5
  3. Human race icon
    Human
    4
  4. Undead race icon
    Undead
    4
  5. Gnome race icon
    Gnome
    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 Warlock specializations. These talents provide foundational skills and enhancements that are essential and universal to the Warlock class. They offer a range of abilities that lay the groundwork for a Warlock'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.
Fel Domination
17
Demonic Circle
36
Burning Rush
2
Fel Pact
0
Demon Skin
36
Fel Armor
36
Fiendish Stride
2
Curses of Enfeeblement
36
Abyss Walker
25
Mortal Coil
35
Amplify Curse
26
Demonic Embrace
36
Demonic Inspiration
36
Wrathful Minion
36
Demonic Fortitude
36
Banish
1
Teachings of the Satyr
3
Accrued Vitality
0
Sweet Souls
36
Nightmare
13
Demonic Gateway
36
Lifeblood
2
Dark Pact
36
Strength of Will
36
Shadowfury
36
Ichor of Devils
19
Socrethar's Guile
36
Sargerei Technique
4
Darkfury
34
Fel Synergy
18
Soul Link
36
Teachings of the Black Harvest
34
Resolute Barrier
3
Grimoire of Synergy
36
Profane Bargain
4
Soul Conduit
19
Demonic Resilience
33
Grim Feast
0
Inquisitor's Gaze
34
Soulburn
36

Specialization Talents

Specialization talents constitute a specialized tree, providing Demonology Warlocks 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.
Call Dreadstalkers
36
Demoniac
36
Dreadlash
35
Annihilan Training
36
Demonic Knowledge
6
Soul Strike
22
Demonic Strength
35
The Houndmaster's Stratagem
36
Implosion
2
Shadow's Bite
34
Fel Invocation
35
Carnivorous Stalkers
36
Shadow Invocation
3
Fel and Steel
33
Heavy Handed
26
Power Siphon
35
Malefic Impact
3
Imp-erator
31
Grimoire: Felguard
36
Spiteful Reconstitution
14
Inner Demons
36
Doom
2
Demonic Calling
36
Fel Sunder
24
Umbral Blaze
0
Imp Gang Boss
11
Kazaak's Final Curse
0
Dread Calling
36
Cavitation
5
Nether Portal
0
Summon Demonic Tyrant
36
Antoran Armaments
36
Ner'zhul's Volition
0
Stolen Power
0
Sacrificed Souls
25
Soulbound Tyrant
22
Pact of the Imp Mother
13
The Expendables
36
Infernal Command
36
Gul'dan's Ambition
0
Grand Warlock's Design
22
Immutable Hatred
34

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 Demonology Warlock'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.
Call Fel Lord
2
Call Observer
12
Master Summoner
36
Gateway Mastery
0
Nether Ward
5
Shadow Rift
0
Fel Obelisk
30
Bonds of Fel
1
Impish Instincts
15
Soul Rip
7

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 Demonology Warlocks in 2v2, tailored for each equipment slot.

Head

  1. Grimhorns of the Sinister Savant item set icon
    set
    Grimhorns of the Sinister Savant
    34
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Cover item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Cover
    1
  3. Vibrant Wildercloth Headcover item icon
    Vibrant Wildercloth Headcover
    1

Neck

  1. Draconic Gladiator's Necklace item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Necklace
    14
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Necklace item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Necklace
    8
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Amulet item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Amulet
    7
  4. Torc of Passed Time item icon
    Torc of Passed Time
    2
  5. Custodian's Medallion of Delusion item icon
    Custodian's Medallion of Delusion
    1

Shoulders

  1. Amice of the Sinister Savant item set icon
    set
    Amice of the Sinister Savant
    23
  2. Draconic Gladiator's Silk Mantle item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Silk Mantle
    5
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Mantle item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Mantle
    4
  4. Draconic Warmonger's Mantle item set icon
    set
    Draconic Warmonger's Mantle
    2
  5. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Shawl item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Shawl
    1

Back

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Drape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Drape
    10
  2. Draconic Warmonger's Cloak item icon
    Draconic Warmonger's Cloak
    9
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Drape item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Drape
    6
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Cape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Cape
    2
  5. Draconic Warmonger's Drape item icon
    Draconic Warmonger's Drape
    2

Chest

  1. Cursed Robes of the Sinister Savant item set icon
    set
    Cursed Robes of the Sinister Savant
    15
  2. Draconic Gladiator's Silk Robe item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Silk Robe
    10
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Robe item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Robe
    5
  4. Vibrant Wildercloth Vestments item icon
    Vibrant Wildercloth Vestments
    4
  5. Blessed Ohn'ir Robes item icon
    Blessed Ohn'ir Robes
    1

Wrist

  1. Draconic Warmonger's Bindings item set icon
    set
    Draconic Warmonger's Bindings
    15
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Bindings item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Bindings
    10
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Silk Armbands item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Silk Armbands
    6
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Wristwraps item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Wristwraps
    2
  5. Clasps of the Diligent Steward item icon
    Clasps of the Diligent Steward
    1

Hands

  1. Grips of the Sinister Savant item set icon
    set
    Grips of the Sinister Savant
    34
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Gloves item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Gloves
    1
  3. Vibrant Wildercloth Handwraps item icon
    Vibrant Wildercloth Handwraps
    1

Waist

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Cord item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Cord
    14
  2. Infurious Binding of Gesticulation item icon
    Infurious Binding of Gesticulation
    14
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Belt item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Belt
    2
  4. Draconic Gladiator's Silk Cord item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Silk Cord
    2
  5. Draconic Warmonger's Cord item set icon
    set
    Draconic Warmonger's Cord
    2

Legs

  1. Leggings of the Sinister Savant item set icon
    set
    Leggings of the Sinister Savant
    25
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Leggings item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Leggings
    4
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Silk Leggings item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Silk Leggings
    3
  4. Devout Ashdevil's Tights item set icon
    set
    Devout Ashdevil's Tights
    1
  5. Draconic Gladiator's Silk Trousers item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Silk Trousers
    1

Feet

  1. Vibrant Wildercloth Slippers item icon
    Vibrant Wildercloth Slippers
    19
  2. Draconic Warmonger's Slippers item set icon
    set
    Draconic Warmonger's Slippers
    6
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Silk Treads item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Silk Treads
    5
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Silk Footwraps item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Silk Footwraps
    4
  5. Ancient Crosswrapped Sandals item icon
    Ancient Crosswrapped Sandals
    1

Rings

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Ring item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Ring
    15
  2. Draconic Gladiator's Ring item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Ring
    14
  3. Signet of Titanic Insight item icon
    Signet of Titanic Insight
    12
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Signet item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Signet
    11
  5. Draconic Gladiator's Signet item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Signet
    7

Trinkets

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Medallion item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Medallion
    28
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity
    19
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Insignia of Alacrity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Gladiator's Insignia of Alacrity
    12
  4. Draconic Gladiator's Medallion item set icon
    set
    Draconic Gladiator's Medallion
    4
  5. Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity
    2

Main Hand

  1. Draconic Gladiator's Staff item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Staff
    15
  2. Draconic Warmonger's Spire item icon
    Draconic Warmonger's Spire
    11
  3. Draconic Gladiator's Greatstaff item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Greatstaff
    3
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Staff item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Staff
    2
  5. Draconic Aspirant's Knife item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Knife
    1

Off Hand

  1. Draconic Gladiator's Censer item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Censer
    2
  2. Rod of Perfect Order item icon
    Rod of Perfect Order
    1
  3. Witherrot Tome item icon
    Witherrot Tome
    1

Antique Bronze Bullion

Antique Bronze Bullion serves as a specialized currency in Dragonflight Season 4, enabling players to purchase specific items. Each item costs 2 bullions and can be upgraded to its maximum Mythic level.

Given that the acquisition of bullions is limited to 1 per week from defeating raid bosses and 2 from the Weekly Mythic Dungeons quest reward when available, here are the best items to buy to maximize your limited bullions.

  1. Seal of Diurna's Chosen item icon
    Seal of Diurna's Chosen
    1
  2. Seal of Filial Duty item icon
    Seal of Filial Duty
    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 Demonology Warlocks in 2v2.

  1. Vibrant Wildercloth Slippers embellishment item icon
    Precognition
    32
  2. Infurious Binding of Gesticulation embellishment item icon
    Mettle
    14
  3. Signet of Titanic Insight embellishment item icon
    Blue Silken Lining
    3
  4. Vibrant Wildercloth Slippers embellishment item icon
    Verdant Conduit
    2
  5. Witherrot Tome embellishment item icon
    Tome Wrought Rot
    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 Demonology Warlocks in 2v2, essential for optimizing combat effectiveness.

Head

  1. Incandescent Essence enchantment icon
    Incandescent Essence
    1

Back

  1. Homebound Speed enchantment icon
    Homebound Speed
    29
  2. Graceful Avoidance enchantment icon
    Graceful Avoidance
    2
  3. Regenerative Leech enchantment icon
    Regenerative Leech
    1

Chest

  1. Waking Stats enchantment icon
    Waking Stats
    34

Wrist

  1. +200 Speed enchantment icon
    +200 Speed
    27
  2. +125 Speed enchantment icon
    +125 Speed
    2
  3. +200 Avoidance enchantment icon
    +200 Avoidance
    1

Hands

  1. Enchant Gloves - Shadowlands Gathering enchantment icon
    Enchant Gloves - Shadowlands Gathering
    1

Waist

  1. Shadowed Belt Clasp enchantment icon
    Shadowed Belt Clasp
    12

Legs

  1. Frozen Spellthread enchantment icon
    Frozen Spellthread
    34
  2. Frozen Spellthread enchantment icon
    Frozen Spellthread
    1
  3. Temporal Spellthread enchantment icon
    Temporal Spellthread
    1

Feet

  1. Plainsrunner's Breeze enchantment icon
    Plainsrunner's Breeze
    27
  2. Watcher's Loam enchantment icon
    Watcher's Loam
    5
  3. Watcher's Loam enchantment icon
    Watcher's Loam
    1

Rings

  1. +82 Haste enchantment icon
    +82 Haste
    41
  2. +82 Mastery enchantment icon
    +82 Mastery
    15
  3. +82 Versatility enchantment icon
    +82 Versatility
    9

Main Hand

  1. Sophic Devotion enchantment icon
    Sophic Devotion
    22
  2. Wafting Devotion enchantment icon
    Wafting Devotion
    12
  3. Earthen Writ enchantment icon
    Earthen Writ
    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 Demonology Warlocks in 2v2.

  1. Energized Ysemerald gem icon
    Energized Ysemerald
    59
  2. Energized Malygite gem icon
    Energized Malygite
    35
  3. Zen Neltharite gem icon
    Zen Neltharite
    23
  4. Keen Ysemerald gem icon
    Keen Ysemerald
    21
  5. Keen Neltharite gem icon
    Keen Neltharite
    6