3v3 Arcane Mage
This guide tells you everything about how to build a World of Warcraft (Dragonflight 10.1) PvP Arcane Mage that will thrive in 3v3.
Updated , it is based on the 30 top-rated Arcane Mages in 3v3 leaderboards across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions. Ratings are ranging from 1503 to 2405, with the current top 3v3 Arcane Mage being Junglejape from Tichondrius (US).
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 Arcane Mages
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 Arcane Mages in 3v3 are Versatility and Haste :
- Versatility
- Haste
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
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 Speed :
- Speed
- Avoidance
- Leech
- Versatility
- Haste
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
- Speed
- Avoidance
- 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 Arcane Mage in 3v3 is currently Human .
Since cross-faction play is now possible, there are few barriers that remain for picking what offers the best racials.
Human7
Night Elf5
Gnome5
Orc5
Undead2
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 Arcane Mages in 3v3.
Head
Neck
Shoulders
Back
Chest
Wrist
Hands
Waist
Legs
Feet
Rings
Trinkets
Main Hand
Off 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 Arcane Mages in 3v3.
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 Arcane Mages in 3v3.
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 Arcane Mages in 3v3.
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 Arcane Mages in 3v3.