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Holy Paladin 2v2 PvP Guide for TWW Season 2

Welcome to Murlok.io’s Holy Paladin PvP build guide for 2v2 Arenas in The War Within Season 2.

Using data from the top 50 Holy Paladins across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions, this guide highlights the most used stats, talents, gear, enchantments, and gems for competitive matches in Patch 11.1.7.

Top Holy Paladins

  1. Manongauz's icon
    1
    Manongauz
    Demon Soul (US)
    Blood Elf | Lightsmith | 661 ilvl
    2704
  2. Trpblitzer's icon
    2
    Trpblitzer
    Stormrage (US)
    Dark Iron Dwarf | Herald Of The Sun | 639 ilvl
    2666
  3. Emmiz's icon
    3
    Emmiz
    Kazzak (EU)
    Blood Elf | Lightsmith | 634 ilvl
    2597
  4. Emmiht's icon
    4
    Emmiht
    Ravencrest (EU)
    Human | Lightsmith | 634 ilvl
    2542
  5. Ronpauladina's icon
    5
    Ronpauladina
    Stormrage (US)
    Human | Herald Of The Sun | 665 ilvl
    2536

Stats

Stats are core attributes that directly affect a character’s performance. They appear on gear, consumables, enchantments, and gems.

Each stat has diminishing returns once the bonus reaches +20% from equipped sources, so balancing them is key to maximizing effectiveness.

Secondary Stats

  • +1405
    11% Critical Strike
  • +5420
    8% Haste
  • +15033
    50% Mastery
  • +15314
    20% Versatility

Stat priority

  1. Versatility
  2. Mastery
  3. Haste
  4. Critical Strike

Minor Stats

  • +33
    0% Avoidance
  • +449
    0% Leech
  • +0
    7% Speed

Stat priority

  1. Leech
  2. Avoidance
  3. Speed

Talents

Talents define a character’s build and have a direct impact on performance in 2v2 Arenas. This section highlights the most popular Holy Paladin class, specialization, hero, and PvP talents based on top player data from Season 2.

Talents are shown as heatmaps, where colors indicate frequency:

  1. Most used talents, strongly recommended!
  2. Frequently used talents, offer flexibility or suit personal preference.
  3. Rarely used talents, usually chosen to unlock deeper rows in the tree.

Best In Slot Gear

Gear refers to the items equipped in each slot. It provides most of a character’s stat bonuses and can come from the Great Vault, crafted gear, raids, dungeons, Delves, or PvP vendors.

Frequently equipped by top players, these items represent the current best-in-slot gear for 2v2.

Head

  1. Aureate Sentry's Pledge icon
    Set
    Aureate Sentry's Pledge
    47
  2. Algari Competitor's Plate Goggles icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Goggles
    1
  3. Algari Competitor's Plate Helm icon
    Craft
    Algari Competitor's Plate Helm
    1
  4. Prized Gladiator's Plate Helm icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Helm
    1

Neck

  1. Algari Competitor's Amulet icon
    Algari Competitor's Amulet
    44
  2. Prized Gladiator's Amulet icon
    Prized Gladiator's Amulet
    5
  3. Prized Gladiator's Necklace icon
    Prized Gladiator's Necklace
    1

Shoulders

  1. Algari Competitor's Plate Pauldrons icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Pauldrons
    25
  2. Aureate Sentry's Roaring Will icon
    Set
    Aureate Sentry's Roaring Will
    11
  3. Prized Warmonger's Spaulders icon
    Prized Warmonger's Spaulders
    7
  4. Prized Gladiator's Plate Pauldrons icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Pauldrons
    5
  5. Prized Gladiator's Plate Shoulders icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Shoulders
    2

Back

  1. Prized Gladiator's Shawl icon
    Prized Gladiator's Shawl
    38
  2. Algari Competitor's Cloth Cloak icon
    Craft
    Algari Competitor's Cloth Cloak
    4
  3. Prized Warmonger's Cape icon
    Prized Warmonger's Cape
    3
  4. Prized Gladiator's Drape icon
    Prized Gladiator's Drape
    2
  5. Prized Warmonger's Drape icon
    Prized Warmonger's Drape
    2

Chest

  1. Aureate Sentry's Encasement icon
    Set
    Aureate Sentry's Encasement
    48
  2. Algari Competitor's Plate Breastplate icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Breastplate
    1
  3. Prized Gladiator's Chestplate icon
    Prized Gladiator's Chestplate
    1

Wrist

  1. Prized Gladiator's Plate Wristguards icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Wristguards
    35
  2. Algari Competitor's Plate Armguards icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Armguards
    7
  3. Prized Gladiator's Plate Vambraces icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Vambraces
    3
  4. Algari Competitor's Plate Bracers icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Bracers
    2
  5. Prized Warmonger's Bracers icon
    Prized Warmonger's Bracers
    2

Hands

  1. Aureate Sentry's Gauntlets icon
    Set
    Aureate Sentry's Gauntlets
    48
  2. Prized Gladiator's Plate Handguards icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Handguards
    2

Waist

  1. Prized Gladiator's Plate Girdle icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Girdle
    39
  2. Algari Competitor's Plate Waistguard icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Waistguard
    8
  3. Prized Gladiator's Plate Greatbelt icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Greatbelt
    2
  4. Prized Warmonger's Clasp icon
    Prized Warmonger's Clasp
    1

Legs

  1. Aureate Sentry's Legguards icon
    Set
    Aureate Sentry's Legguards
    39
  2. Prized Gladiator's Plate Tasses icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Tasses
    8
  3. Algari Competitor's Plate Greaves icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Greaves
    2
  4. Prized Gladiator's Plate Legguards icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Legguards
    1

Feet

  1. Algari Competitor's Plate Sabatons icon
    Algari Competitor's Plate Sabatons
    32
  2. Prized Gladiator's Plate Stompers icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Stompers
    10
  3. Prized Gladiator's Plate Warboots icon
    Prized Gladiator's Plate Warboots
    7
  4. Prized Warmonger's Sabatons icon
    Prized Warmonger's Sabatons
    1

Rings

  1. Algari Competitor's Signet icon
    Craft
    Algari Competitor's Signet
    97
  2. Prized Gladiator's Signet icon
    Prized Gladiator's Signet
    2
  3. Prized Gladiator's Ring icon
    Prized Gladiator's Ring
    1

Trinkets

  1. Prized Gladiator's Medallion icon
    Set
    Prized Gladiator's Medallion
    49
  2. Prized Gladiator's Insignia of Alacrity icon
    Set
    Prized Gladiator's Insignia of Alacrity
    44
  3. Prized Gladiator's Badge of Ferocity icon
    Set
    Prized Gladiator's Badge of Ferocity
    3
  4. Algari Competitor's Insignia of Alacrity icon
    Set
    Algari Competitor's Insignia of Alacrity
    1
  5. Prized Aspirant's Emblem icon
    Set
    Prized Aspirant's Emblem
    1

Main Hand

  1. Prized Gladiator's Bludgeon icon
    Prized Gladiator's Bludgeon
    39
  2. Algari Competitor's Scepter icon
    Craft
    Algari Competitor's Scepter
    11

Off Hand

  1. Prized Gladiator's Gasket icon
    Prized Gladiator's Gasket
    45
  2. Algari Competitor's Shield icon
    Algari Competitor's Shield
    3
  3. Prized Gladiator's Bulwark icon
    Prized Gladiator's Bulwark
    2

Embellishments

Embellishments are special effects tied to crafted items. Some are built into recipes, while others can be added using optional reagents.

Only two embellished items can be equipped at a time, so choosing the right effects is crucial. The following embellishments are most commonly used in top Holy Paladin builds for 2v2.

  1. Algari Competitor's Signet icon
    Energy Redistribution Beacon
    89
  2. Algari Competitor's Signet icon
    Elemental Focusing Lens
    5
  3. Algari Competitor's Plate Pauldrons icon
    Duskthread Lining
    2
  4. Algari Competitor's Scepter icon
    Ascendance
    1
  5. Algari Competitor's Plate Helm icon
    Writhing Armor Banding
    1

Enchantments

Enchantments add effects to gear, including stat bonuses, damage or healing procs, and other enhancements. Most are created through Enchanting, while leg enchants are crafted by Leatherworkers.

These are the most used enchantments across each slot in Season 2 2v2 builds.

Head

  1. Greater Rune of the Void Ritual icon
    Greater Rune of the Void Ritual
    22
  2. Greater Rune of the Twisted Appendage icon
    Greater Rune of the Twisted Appendage
    4
  3. Lesser Rune of the Void Ritual icon
    Lesser Rune of the Void Ritual
    4

Back

  1. Chant of Burrowing Rapidity icon
    Chant of Burrowing Rapidity
    33
  2. Chant of Leeching Fangs icon
    Chant of Leeching Fangs
    8
  3. +160 Speed icon
    +160 Speed
    5

Chest

  1. Council's Intellect icon
    Council's Intellect
    43
  2. Crystalline Radiance icon
    Crystalline Radiance
    6
  3. Council's Intellect icon
    Council's Intellect
    1

Wrist

  1. +1000 Speed icon
    +1000 Speed
    38
  2. +2040 Leech icon
    +2040 Leech
    7
  3. +650 Speed icon
    +650 Speed
    3

Legs

  1. Daybreak Spellthread icon
    Daybreak Spellthread
    46
  2. Sunset Spellthread icon
    Sunset Spellthread
    3
  3. Stormbound Armor Kit icon
    Stormbound Armor Kit
    1

Feet

  1. Scout's March icon
    Scout's March
    37
  2. Defender's March icon
    Defender's March
    6
  3. Plainsrunner's Breeze icon
    Plainsrunner's Breeze
    2

Rings

  1. +315 Mastery icon
    +315 Mastery
    49
  2. Cursed Mastery icon
    Cursed Mastery
    40
  3. +315 Haste icon
    +315 Haste
    4

Main Hand

  1. Stonebound Artistry icon
    Stonebound Artistry
    36
  2. Authority of Radiant Power icon
    Authority of Radiant Power
    5
  3. Authority of Fiery Resolve icon
    Authority of Fiery Resolve
    4

Gems

Gems provide bonus secondary stats and help fine-tune a character’s build. They are crafted through Jewelcrafting and socketed into gear.

Additional sockets can be added to Neck and Rings using the Magnificent Jeweler's Setting , or to other gear using a seasonal item typically sold by the Token of Merit vendor near the Great Vault.

Used to round out secondary stats, these gems are the most used in high-rated 2v2.

Algari Diamond

  1. Cognitive Bloodstone icon
    Cognitive Bloodstone
    42
  2. Enduring Bloodstone icon
    Enduring Bloodstone
    7

Prismatic

  1. Versatile Onyx icon
    Versatile Onyx
    205
  2. Masterful Sapphire icon
    Masterful Sapphire
    25
  3. Quick Onyx icon
    Quick Onyx
    12
  4. Deadly Onyx icon
    Deadly Onyx
    9
  5. Versatile Emerald icon
    Versatile Emerald
    7

Tinker

  1. icon
    2
  2. Refurbished Tinker: Plane Displacer icon
    Refurbished Tinker: Plane Displacer
    1
  3. Tinker: Heartseeking Health Injector icon
    Tinker: Heartseeking Health Injector
    1

Races

Racial traits can affect performance in PvP, with their impact varying by class and game mode. While the differences may not be noticeable in most games, the right racial choice can provide a competitive edge.

These races are most often chosen for their edge in 2v2 Arenas.

  1. Human icon
    Human
    16
  2. Blood Elf icon
    Blood Elf
    14
  3. Dark Iron Dwarf icon
    Dark Iron Dwarf
    9
  4. Tauren icon
    Tauren
    5
  5. Draenei icon
    Draenei
    3

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to common questions about how this guide is built and how to interpret the data.

How is this Holy Paladin 2v2 guide created?

The guide is created by collecting live data from the 50 top-rated Holy Paladins in 2v2, using the Battle.net API . Their builds are then analyzed to identify the most used stats, talents, gear, and enhancements for Season 2.

How often is the information updated?

The data is refreshed every 8 hours.

Why is this called a guide?

It’s called a guide because it helps players make informed build decisions by showing what top players are using. While it doesn’t teach gameplay step by step, it serves as a reference for optimizing your setup.

Is this guide good for beginners?

Yes. It shows what top players are using, which can be useful for understanding current trends. However, it’s not a how-to guide.

Why is my character not listed in the top section?

Your character might not appear due to inactivity, not meeting the current rating threshold (which increases as the season progresses), frequent spec changes, or gear that doesn’t align with the PvP format.