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Survival Hunter PvP Guide For 2v2

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Survival Hunter
Season 4
14 characters
1610 - 1823

Welcome to Murlok.io's Survival Hunter PvP guide for 2v2 in World of Warcraft. This guide lists the best stats, races, talents, gear, embellishments, enchantments, and gems for patch 10.2.6, 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 Hoto (Moon Guard US) , who is currently the highest-ranked with a rating of 1823.

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
    Hoto's character icon
    Hoto
    Moon Guard (US)
    465 ilvl
    1823
  2. 2
    Dummyratboy's character icon
    Dummyratboy
    Bonechewer (US)
    461 ilvl
    1814
  3. 3
    Iovelexyxo's character icon
    Iovelexyxo
    Dalaran (US)
    461 ilvl
    1809
  4. 4
    Asapwool's character icon
    Asapwool
    Tichondrius (US)
    462 ilvl
    1725
  5. 5
    Kazzanny's character icon
    Kazzanny
    Azralon (US)
    467 ilvl
    1718

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 2v2.

Secondary Stats
+834
19% Critical Strike
+4436
26% Haste
+932
22% Mastery
+6820
33% Versatility
  1. Versatility
  2. Haste
  3. Mastery
  4. Critical Strike
Minor Stats
+0
0% Avoidance
+0
0% Leech
+391
7% 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 Orc currently being the top race for Survival Hunters in 2v2, here are the other races that also stand out due to their advantageous traits.

  1. Orc race icon
    Orc
    6
  2. Night Elf race icon
    Night Elf
    5
  3. Mechagnome race icon
    Mechagnome
    1
  4. Pandaren race icon
    Pandaren
    1
  5. Human race icon
    Human
    1

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
14
Concussive Shot
14
Kill Shot
14
Trailblazer
1
Posthaste
14
Improved Kill Shot
14
Wilderness Medicine
0
Muzzle
14
Natural Mending
6
Tar Trap
14
Misdirection
2
Survival of the Fittest
14
Tranquilizing Shot
14
Entrapment
14
Improved Traps
14
Nature's Endurance
14
Born To Be Wild
2
Scare Beast
1
Improved Tranquilizing Shot
0
Intimidation
14
Scatter Shot
10
Rejuvenating Wind
13
Camouflage
14
Sentinel
0
Binding Shackles
3
Roar of Sacrifice
14
Pathfinding
2
Sentinel's Perception
0
Beast Master
0
Keen Eyesight
14
Master Marksman
14
Improved Kill Command
0
Serrated Shots
14
Arctic Bola
14
Serpent Sting
14
Killer Instinct
0
Steel Trap
1
Death Chakram
14
Explosive Shot
13
Poison Injection
13

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
14
Wildfire Bomb
14
Tip of the Spear
14
Ferocity
8
Flanker's Advantage
0
Harpoon
14
Energetic Ally
1
Bloodseeker
14
Aspect of the Eagle
14
Terms of Engagement
14
Guerrilla Tactics
14
Lunge
13
Carve
0
Mongoose Bite
14
Intense Focus
0
Improved Wildfire Bomb
14
Frenzy Strikes
0
Flanking Strike
14
Spear Focus
9
Viper's Venom
14
Sharp Edges
2
Sweeping Spear
14
Tactical Advantage
14
Bloody Claws
1
Wildfire Infusion
14
Quick Shot
0
Coordinated Assault
14
Killer Companion
9
Fury of the Eagle
1
Ranger
14
Coordinated Kill
14
Explosives Expert
0
Spearhead
7
Ruthless Marauder
0
Bombardier
4
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
0
Mending Bandage
2
Sticky Tar Bomb
10
Tracker's Net
0
Diamond Ice
2
Survival Tactics
13
Chimaeral Sting
11
Tranquilizing Darts
4
Wild Kingdom
0
Interlope
0

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 2v2, tailored for each equipment slot.

Head

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Headguard item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Headguard
    14

Neck

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Necklace item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Necklace
    11
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Pendant item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Pendant
    3

Shoulders

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Spaulders item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Spaulders
    13
  2. Stormwing Harrier's Pinions item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Pinions
    1

Back

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Drape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Drape
    11
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Cape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Cape
    2
  3. Verdant Gladiator's Drape item icon
    Verdant Gladiator's Drape
    1

Chest

  1. Stormwing Harrier's Cuirass item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Cuirass
    7
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Tunic item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Tunic
    5
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Vest item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Vest
    2

Wrist

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Bracer item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Bracer
    12
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wristwraps item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wristwraps
    2

Hands

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Handguards item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Handguards
    10
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Gauntlets item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Gauntlets
    2
  3. Stormwing Harrier's Handguards item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Handguards
    2

Waist

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Belt item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Belt
    11
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Clasp item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Clasp
    3

Legs

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wargreaves item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Wargreaves
    10
  2. Stormwing Harrier's Greaves item set icon
    set
    Stormwing Harrier's Greaves
    4

Feet

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Sabatons item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Sabatons
    7
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Chain Stompers item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Chain Stompers
    3
  3. Infurious Boots of Reprieve item icon
    Infurious Boots of Reprieve
    3
  4. Verdant Aspirant's Chain Sabatons item icon
    Verdant Aspirant's Chain Sabatons
    1

Rings

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Ring item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Ring
    14
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Signet item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Signet
    9
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Band item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Band
    4
  4. Verdant Gladiator's Ring item icon
    Verdant Gladiator's Ring
    1

Trinkets

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Medallion item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Medallion
    14
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity
    12
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity
    2

Main Hand

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Polearm item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Polearm
    14

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 2v2.

  1. Infurious Boots of Reprieve embellishment item icon
    Mettle
    3

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 2v2, essential for optimizing combat effectiveness.

Head

  1. Incandescent Essence enchantment icon
    Incandescent Essence
    2

Back

  1. Homebound Speed enchantment icon
    Homebound Speed
    7
  2. +125 Speed enchantment icon
    +125 Speed
    1

Chest

  1. Accelerated Agility enchantment icon
    Accelerated Agility
    7
  2. Waking Stats enchantment icon
    Waking Stats
    1

Wrist

  1. +200 Speed enchantment icon
    +200 Speed
    5

Waist

  1. Shadowed Belt Clasp enchantment icon
    Shadowed Belt Clasp
    1

Legs

  1. Fierce Armor Kit enchantment icon
    Fierce Armor Kit
    8

Feet

  1. Plainsrunner's Breeze enchantment icon
    Plainsrunner's Breeze
    6
  2. Plainsrunner's Breeze enchantment icon
    Plainsrunner's Breeze
    1
  3. Watcher's Loam enchantment icon
    Watcher's Loam
    1

Rings

  1. +82 Haste enchantment icon
    +82 Haste
    11
  2. +82 Critical Strike enchantment icon
    +82 Critical Strike
    6
  3. +82 Mastery enchantment icon
    +82 Mastery
    4

Main Hand

  1. Sophic Devotion enchantment icon
    Sophic Devotion
    9
  2. Sophic Devotion enchantment icon
    Sophic Devotion
    2

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 2v2.

  1. Crafty Ysemerald gem icon
    Crafty Ysemerald
    9
  2. Energized Ysemerald gem icon
    Energized Ysemerald
    9
  3. Deadly Alexstraszite gem icon
    Deadly Alexstraszite
    3
  4. Sensei's Neltharite gem icon
    Sensei's Neltharite
    3
  5. Zen Malygite gem icon
    Zen Malygite
    3