Mythic+ Unholy Death Knight
This guide tells you everything about how to build a World of Warcraft (Dragonflight 10.1) PvE Unholy Death Knight that will thrive in Mythic+.
Updated , it is based on the 15 top-rated Unholy Death Knights in Mythic+ leaderboards across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions. Ratings are ranging from 2689 to 2991, with the current top Mythic+ Unholy Death Knight being Lofasandzi from Drakthul (EU).
Each character's equipment type, active specialization history, as well as connection frequency, are taken into consideration to keep the guide as accurate as possible.
Top Unholy Death Knights
Stat Priority
Stats are attributes that enhance character abilities and define how it feels to play. Found on most pieces of equipment, object ameliorations, and consumables, the stats to prioritize for Unholy Death Knights in Mythic+ are Haste and Mastery :
- Haste
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
- Versatility
Sometimes, items can also contain minor stats that can add a certain value. Even though they are really hard to get since they are rare and random, the one to reach is Avoidance :
- Avoidance
- Speed
- Leech
- Haste
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
- Versatility
- Avoidance
- Speed
- Leech
Races
Each race in World of Warcraft brings traits that can potentially give an edge in achieving victory. That said, the best race for Unholy Death Knight in Mythic+ is currently Troll .
Since cross-faction play is now possible, there are few barriers that remain for picking what offers the best racials.
Troll4
Human3
Orc3
Blood Elf2
Night Elf1
Class Talents
Specialization Talents
PvP Talents
Equipment
The equipment is what makes characters stronger. The best gear is usually found in the Great Vault, Mythic+ dungeons, and Mythic raids. They can also be bought from PvP vendors or crafted with the Crafting Orders system.
Here are the best equipment items for Unholy Death Knights in Mythic+.
Head
Neck
Shoulders
Back
Chest
Wrist
Hands
Waist
Legs
Feet
Rings
Trinkets
Main Hand
Embellished Items
Embellished items are crafted pieces of equipment that feature specific abilities. They are obtained by using an embellishment optional reagent or are already included in an item recipe.
Only 2 embellished items can be equipped at the same time. Here are the best embellished items for Unholy Death Knights in Mythic+.
Enchantments
Enchantments are equipment item upgrades. Created with the Enchanting and Leatherworking professions, or bought in the auction house, they can be set on Back, Chest, Wrist, Legs, Rings, Feet, Main Hand, and Off Hand items.
Here are the best enchantments for Unholy Death Knights in Mythic+.
Back
Chest
Wrist
Waist
Legs
Feet
Rings
Main Hand
Gems
Gems are jewelcrafting items. Created with the Jewelcrafting profession or bought in the auction house, they can be socketed into Head, Neck, Wrists, Waist, and Rings items.
Here are the best gems for Unholy Death Knights in Mythic+.
Primordial Stones
Primordial Stones are gems that can be socketed into the Onyx Annulet ring found in Zskera Vault or bought from Researcher Imareth . Stones are found across the Forbidden Reach through events, vendors, and vaults.
Here are the best primordial stones for Unholy Death Knights in Mythic+.