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Holy Paladin PvP Guide For 3v3

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Holy Paladin
Season 4
12 characters
1604 - 2109

Welcome to Murlok.io's Holy Paladin PvP guide for 3v3 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 Holy Paladins from Dragonflight Season 4 across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions. This includes Avdød (Tichondrius US) , who is currently the highest-ranked with a rating of 2109.

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 Holy Paladins

  1. 1
    Avdød's character icon
    Avdød
    Tichondrius (US)
    460 ilvl
    2109
  2. 2
    Pelletbrain's character icon
    Pelletbrain
    Emerald Dream (US)
    470 ilvl
    2036
  3. 3
    Sleepicat's character icon
    Sleepicat
    Moon Guard (US)
    473 ilvl
    1838
  4. 4
    Duuhh's character icon
    Duuhh
    Stormrage (US)
    462 ilvl
    1772
  5. 5
    Véstà's character icon
    Véstà
    Sargeras (US)
    469 ilvl
    1751

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 Holy Paladin Secondary and Minor stats for 3v3.

Secondary Stats
+1727
19% Critical Strike
+1247
12% Haste
+3899
50% Mastery
+6411
31% Versatility
  1. Versatility
  2. Mastery
  3. Critical Strike
  4. Haste
Minor Stats
+0
0% Avoidance
+0
0% Leech
+419
8% 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 Human currently being the top race for Holy Paladins in 3v3, here are the other races that also stand out due to their advantageous traits.

  1. Human race icon
    Human
    8
  2. Dark Iron Dwarf race icon
    Dark Iron Dwarf
    3
  3. Tauren race icon
    Tauren
    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 Paladin specializations. These talents provide foundational skills and enhancements that are essential and universal to the Paladin class. They offer a range of abilities that lay the groundwork for a Paladin'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.
Lay on Hands
12
Blessing of Freedom
12
Hammer of Wrath
12
Improved Cleanse
9
Auras of the Resolute
12
Obduracy
1
Auras of Swift Vengeance
0
Turn Evil
0
Fist of Justice
12
Divine Steed
12
Greater Judgment
11
Repentance
10
Cavalier
12
Seasoned Warhorse
8
Rebuke
11
Holy Aegis
12
Avenging Wrath
12
Justification
0
Punishment
0
Golden Path
0
Echoing Blessings
12
Blessing of Sacrifice
12
Sanctified Plates
12
Blessing of Protection
12
Lightforged Blessing
0
Seal of Mercy
0
Afterimage
2
Sacrifice of the Just
12
Unbreakable Spirit
12
Improved Blessing of Protection
10
Crusader's Reprieve
7
Strength of Conviction
0
Judgment of Light
1
Seal of Might
12
Divine Purpose
12
Seal of Alacrity
12
Touch of Light
11
Faith's Armor
2
Of Dusk and Dawn
12
Divine Toll
12
Seal of the Crusader
0
Seal of Order
11
Divine Resonance
12
Vanguard's Momentum
0

Specialization Talents

Specialization talents constitute a specialized tree, providing Holy Paladins 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.
Holy Shock
12
Glimmer of Light
12
Light of Dawn
12
Light's Conviction
12
Aura Mastery
12
Beacon of the Lightbringer
12
Moment of Compassion
12
Tirion's Devotion
3
Unending Light
0
Awestruck
12
Divine Favor
7
Glistening Radiance
12
Unwavering Spirit
4
Imbued Infusions
12
Light of the Martyr
0
Blessed Focus
6
Saved by the Light
11
Holy Prism
8
Power of the Silver Hand
0
Light's Protection
12
Overflowing Light
3
Shining Righteousness
5
Divine Revelations
12
Commanding Light
12
Righteous Judgment
0
Breaking Dawn
0
Tower of Radiance
12
Divine Glimpse
12
Untempered Dedication
0
Beacon of Faith
12
Veneration
0
Avenging Wrath: Might
12
Reclamation
8
Maraad's Dying Breath
0
Daybreak
12
Crusader's Might
0
Blessing of Summer
12
Relentless Inquisitor
0
Tyr's Deliverance
12
Rising Sunlight
12
Glorious Dawn
12
Sanctified Wrath
0
Inflorescence of the Sunwell
12
Boundless Salvation
12

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 Holy Paladin'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.
Avenging Light
0
Ultimate Sacrifice
0
Darkest before the Dawn
0
Spreading the Word
0
Blessed Hands
12
Divine Vision
8
Cleanse the Weak
0
Hallowed Ground
0
Judgments of the Pure
1
Searing Glare
11
Divine Plea
0
Denounce
4

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 Holy Paladins in 3v3, tailored for each equipment slot.

Head

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Helm item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Helm
    7
  2. Heartfire Sentinel's Forgehelm item set icon
    set
    Heartfire Sentinel's Forgehelm
    2
  3. Battle-Ready Binoculars item icon
    Battle-Ready Binoculars
    1
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Headguard item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Headguard
    1
  5. Primal Molten Helm item icon
    Primal Molten Helm
    1

Neck

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Pendant item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Pendant
    10
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Choker item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Choker
    1
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Necklace item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Necklace
    1

Shoulders

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Shoulders item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Shoulders
    7
  2. Heartfire Sentinel's Steelwings item set icon
    set
    Heartfire Sentinel's Steelwings
    4
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Pauldrons item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Pauldrons
    1

Back

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Cape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Cape
    4
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Cloak item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Cloak
    2
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Greatcloak item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Greatcloak
    2
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Drape item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Drape
    1
  5. Draconic Gladiator's Shawl item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Shawl
    1

Chest

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Armor item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Armor
    6
  2. Heartfire Sentinel's Brigandine item set icon
    set
    Heartfire Sentinel's Brigandine
    5
  3. Primal Molten Breastplate item icon
    Primal Molten Breastplate
    1

Wrist

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Cuffs item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Cuffs
    11
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Armguards item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Armguards
    1

Hands

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Handguards item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Handguards
    8
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Gauntlets item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Gauntlets
    2
  3. Heartfire Sentinel's Protectors item set icon
    set
    Heartfire Sentinel's Protectors
    2

Waist

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Girdle item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Girdle
    9
  2. Primal Molten Greatbelt item icon
    Primal Molten Greatbelt
    2
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Greatbelt item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Greatbelt
    1

Legs

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Wargreaves item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Wargreaves
    6
  2. Heartfire Sentinel's Faulds item set icon
    set
    Heartfire Sentinel's Faulds
    5
  3. Primal Molten Legplates item icon
    Primal Molten Legplates
    1

Feet

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Plate Stompers item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Plate Stompers
    9
  2. Infurious Warboots of Impunity item icon
    Infurious Warboots of Impunity
    2
  3. Primal Molten Sabatons item icon
    Primal Molten Sabatons
    1

Rings

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Signet item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Signet
    12
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Band item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Band
    8
  3. Signet of Titanic Insight item icon
    Signet of Titanic Insight
    3
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Ring item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Ring
    1

Trinkets

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Medallion item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Medallion
    12
  2. Draconic Aspirant's Emblem item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Emblem
    4
  3. Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity
    4
  4. Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity item set icon
    set
    Draconic Aspirant's Badge of Ferocity
    3
  5. Verdant Gladiator's Badge of Ferocity item set icon
    set
    Verdant Gladiator's Badge of Ferocity
    1

Main Hand

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Scepter item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Scepter
    10
  2. Draconic Gladiator's Scepter item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Scepter
    1
  3. Verdant Gladiator's Scepter item icon
    Verdant Gladiator's Scepter
    1

Off Hand

  1. Draconic Aspirant's Shield item icon
    Draconic Aspirant's Shield
    10
  2. Draconic Gladiator's Bulwark item icon
    Draconic Gladiator's Bulwark
    1
  3. Draconic Warmonger's Aegis item icon
    Draconic Warmonger's Aegis
    1

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 Holy Paladins in 3v3.

  1. Signet of Titanic Insight embellishment item icon
    Precognition
    8
  2. Primal Molten Greatbelt embellishment item icon
    Blue Silken Lining
    2
  3. Infurious Warboots of Impunity embellishment item icon
    Mettle
    2

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 Holy Paladins in 3v3, essential for optimizing combat effectiveness.

Back

  1. Homebound Speed enchantment icon
    Homebound Speed
    8
  2. +125 Speed enchantment icon
    +125 Speed
    1

Chest

  1. Reserve of Intellect enchantment icon
    Reserve of Intellect
    9
  2. Reserve of Intellect enchantment icon
    Reserve of Intellect
    1

Wrist

  1. +200 Speed enchantment icon
    +200 Speed
    9
  2. +125 Speed enchantment icon
    +125 Speed
    1

Waist

  1. Shadowed Belt Clasp enchantment icon
    Shadowed Belt Clasp
    1

Legs

  1. Temporal Spellthread enchantment icon
    Temporal Spellthread
    9
  2. Temporal Spellthread enchantment icon
    Temporal Spellthread
    2

Feet

  1. Plainsrunner's Breeze enchantment icon
    Plainsrunner's Breeze
    7
  2. Watcher's Loam enchantment icon
    Watcher's Loam
    2
  3. Plainsrunner's Breeze enchantment icon
    Plainsrunner's Breeze
    1

Rings

  1. +82 Mastery enchantment icon
    +82 Mastery
    12
  2. +82 Critical Strike enchantment icon
    +82 Critical Strike
    7
  3. +73 Mastery enchantment icon
    +73 Mastery
    2

Main Hand

  1. Sophic Devotion enchantment icon
    Sophic Devotion
    8
  2. Burning Writ enchantment icon
    Burning Writ
    1
  3. Sophic Devotion enchantment icon
    Sophic Devotion
    1

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 Holy Paladins in 3v3.

  1. Sensei's Alexstraszite gem icon
    Sensei's Alexstraszite
    20
  2. Zen Neltharite gem icon
    Zen Neltharite
    5
  3. Fractured Neltharite gem icon
    Fractured Neltharite
    3
  4. Skillful Illimited Diamond gem icon
    Skillful Illimited Diamond
    2
  5. Radiant Malygite gem icon
    Radiant Malygite
    1