Smitefodder's Retribution Paladin PvP Build
Smitefodder (Korialstrasz US) is a Retribution Paladin in World of Warcraft that reached a 3v3 rating of 2437 during The War Within Season 3, equipped with a 681 item level gear set.
Here is the breakdown of Smitefodder's PvP character build for patch 11.2, covering stats, talents, gear, embellishments, enchantments, and gems. Use it as a resource to refine and elevate your own Retribution Paladin setup.
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Stat Priority
Stats directly affect a Retribution Paladin'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
- 14% Critical Strike +2618
- 6% Haste +3734
- 47% Mastery +15887
- 28% Versatility +22138
Stat priority
- Versatility
- Mastery
- Haste
- Critical Strike
Minor Stats
- 0% Avoidance +0
- 1% Leech +1020
- 0% Speed +0
Stat priority
- Leech
- Avoidance
- Speed
Talent Build
Talents define a character’s build and have a direct impact on performance in 3v3 Arena.
Gear
Gear provides core stat bonuses and typically comes from the Great Vault, crafted items, raids, dungeons, Delves, or PvP vendors.
Here is Smitefodder's gear for each equipment slot.
Shoulders
Back
Main Hand
Embellishments
Embellishments add special effects to crafted gear. Only two can be equipped, so selection is important.
These are Smitefodder'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 Smitefodder for each gear slot.
Chest
Legs
Main Hand
Gems
Gems provide focused secondary stat bonuses to help fine‑tune builds. They are crafted by Jewelcrafters and socketed into gear.
Sockets can be added to Necklaces and Rings with the Magnificent Jeweler's Setting , or to other gear through seasonal vendor items.
These are Smitefodder's currently socketed gems.
Templar Hero Talents