Syntax's Affliction Warlock PvE Build
Syntax (Blackmoore EU) is a Affliction Warlock in World of Warcraft . Played by syntaxirl , Syntax reached a 2v2 rating of 2313 during Midnight Season 1, equipped with a 291 item level gear set.
Here is the breakdown of Syntax's PvP character build for patch 12.0.7, covering stats, talents, gear, embellishments, enchantments, and gems. Use it as a resource to refine and elevate your own Affliction Warlock setup.
Stat Priority
Stats directly affect a Affliction Warlock's DPS performance, appearing on gear, consumables, enchantments, and gems.
They have diminishing returns after reaching +20% from gear, so proper balance ensures the best results.
Secondary Stats
- 7% Critical Strike +0
- 19% Haste +729
- 36% Mastery +114
- 20% Versatility +1062
Stat priority
- Versatility
- Haste
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
Minor Stats
- 0% Avoidance +0
- 0% Leech +0
- 3% Speed +0
Stat priority
- Avoidance
- Leech
- Speed
Talent Build
Talents define a character’s build and have a direct impact on performance in 2v2 Arena.
Hellcaller Hero Talents
Gear
Gear provides core stat bonuses and typically comes from the Great Vault, crafted items, raids, dungeons, Delves, or PvP vendors.
Here is Syntax's gear for each equipment slot.
Shoulders
Main Hand
Embellishments
Embellishments add special effects to crafted gear. Only two can be equipped, so selection is important.
These are Syntax's embellishments.
Enchantments
Enchantments enhance gear with additional stats or special procs. Most are crafted by Enchanters, leg enchants come from Leatherworkers, and some slot-specific options appear through seasonal content.
The following are the specific enchantments chosen by Syntax for each gear slot.
Main Hand
Gems
Gems provide focused secondary stat bonuses to help fine‑tune builds. They are crafted by Jewelcrafters and socketed into gear.
These are Syntax's currently socketed gems.
