
Retribution Paladin 2v2 PvP Guide for The War Within Season 3
Welcome to Murlok.io’s Retribution Paladin PvP guide for 2v2 Arenas in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 3.
Built using real‑time data from the top 50 Retribution Paladin DPS across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions, this guide highlights the optimal stats, talents, gear, embellishments, enchantments, gems, and races used in Patch 11.2 competitive 2v2.
Data is refreshed every 8 hours via Blizzard’s Battle.net API to ensure accuracy and up-to-date insights.
Top 2v2 Retribution Paladins
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1ThelrønìsKelthuzad (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 667 ilvl2403
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2MectrlRavencrest (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 683 ilvl2295
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3JimbobhoeFrostmourne (US)Human | Templar | 706 ilvl2252
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4LvladenSargeras (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 686 ilvl2245
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5HahahahahaxðBlackrock (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 681 ilvl2235
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6HolijasSylvanas (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 685 ilvl2220
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7CherrypallyArea 52 (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 706 ilvl2219
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8ThelronisKelthuzad (EU)Human | Templar | 705 ilvl2214
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9ChurchmouseEmerald Dream (US)Human | Templar | 699 ilvl2204
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10JimthepanseRavencrest (EU)Dark Iron Dwarf | Herald Of The Sun | 684 ilvl2203
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11AnsleyFrostmourne (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 682 ilvl2201
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12RoykiTuralyon (EU)Human | Templar | 703 ilvl2201
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13ChoupettoArchimonde (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 679 ilvl2182
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14LørdblåstingNemesis (EU)Blood Elf | Templar | 690 ilvl2178
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15ØctavíaRavencrest (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 671 ilvl2177
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16GaladrionDun Modr (EU)Human | Templar | 708 ilvl2157
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17BoïnkBlackhand (EU)Draenei | Herald Of The Sun | 674 ilvl2154
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18AknîghtsfuryMannoroth (US)Human | Templar | 671 ilvl2150
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19AknightsfuryMannoroth (US)Blood Elf | Herald Of The Sun | 690 ilvl2144
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20StevepalaIllidan (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 666 ilvl2141
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21DívinityArgent Dawn (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 672 ilvl2140
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22LuvstormxTarren Mill (EU)Earthen | Herald Of The Sun | 680 ilvl2139
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23PepsiiZuljin (US)Blood Elf | Herald Of The Sun | 685 ilvl2138
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24YanyTarren Mill (EU)Blood Elf | Herald Of The Sun | 663 ilvl2130
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25FrumplesEmerald Dream (US)Tauren | Herald Of The Sun | 680 ilvl2124
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26VaenisYsondre (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 697 ilvl2124
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27YedessArchimonde (EU)Human | Templar | 673 ilvl2120
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28RynobubblesMalganis (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 703 ilvl2119
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29PalhowTarren Mill (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 684 ilvl2119
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30MotuAegwynn (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 683 ilvl2117
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31HãmmertimeeTichondrius (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 679 ilvl2114
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32TéchnicFrostmourne (US)Dark Iron Dwarf | Herald Of The Sun | 680 ilvl2114
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33StoffewRavencrest (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 674 ilvl2114
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34NotztcTichondrius (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 685 ilvl2112
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35BeerwingsSargeras (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 675 ilvl2112
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36RheinalltRavencrest (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 672 ilvl2112
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37JeluzxTwisting Nether (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 668 ilvl2110
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38CuleSanguino (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 674 ilvl2109
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39StønebloodMoon Guard (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 684 ilvl2108
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40SsrittanyGnomeregan (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 674 ilvl2107
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41DarkhunorQuelthalas (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 677 ilvl2101
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42LeastwantedSilvermoon (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 658 ilvl2100
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43UndergastSargeras (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 680 ilvl2100
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44RyzyGarrosh (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 700 ilvl2100
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45WontbubbleArea 52 (US)Tauren | Herald Of The Sun | 672 ilvl2097
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46HêârtßêñðêrLaughing Skull (US)Draenei | Herald Of The Sun | 681 ilvl2095
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47LopieeTarren Mill (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 681 ilvl2091
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48DadiatortwoSargeras (US)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 676 ilvl2087
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49HølyqtxArchimonde (EU)Human | Herald Of The Sun | 677 ilvl2086
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50EzoveArchimonde (EU)Human | Templar | 707 ilvl2085
Stat Priority
Stats directly affect a Retribution Paladin's DPS performance, appearing on gear, consumables, enchantments, and gems.
They have diminishing returns after reaching +20% from gear, so proper balance ensures the best results.
Optimal Secondary Stats
- 12% Critical Strike +2124
- 8% Haste +4993
- 50% Mastery +17711
- 26% Versatility +20480
Stat priority
- Versatility
- Mastery
- Haste
- Critical Strike
Additional Minor Stats
- 0% Avoidance +54
- 1% Leech +1382
- 5% Speed +0
Stat priority
- Leech
- Avoidance
- Speed
Talent Build
Talents play a major role in 2v2 Arenas. The heatmaps below show how frequently each talent is selected among the top Retribution Paladins.
- Most used talents, strongly recommended!
- Frequently used talents, offer flexibility or suit personal preference.
- Rarely used talents, usually chosen to unlock deeper rows in the tree.
Best-in-Slot Gear for 2v2
Gear provides core stat bonuses and typically comes from the Great Vault, crafted items, raids, dungeons, Delves, or PvP vendors.
These items are most frequently used by top-ranked Retribution Paladins in 2v2 Arenas.
Head
Neck
Shoulders
Chest
Wrist
Hands
Waist
Legs
Feet
Trinkets
Main Hand
Off Hand
Embellishments
Embellishments add special effects to crafted gear. Only two can be equipped, so selection is important.
The following embellishments are the most commonly used by high-rated Retribution Paladins.
Enchantments
Enchantments enhance gear with additional stats or special procs. Most are crafted by Enchanters, leg enchants come from Leatherworkers, and some slot-specific options appear through seasonal content.
These are the top enchantments for Retribution Paladin gear in 2v2 Arenas during The War Within Season 3.
Gems
Gems provide focused secondary stat bonuses to help fine‑tune builds. They are crafted by Jewelcrafters and socketed into gear.
Sockets can be added to Necklaces and Rings with the Magnificent Jeweler's Setting , or to other gear through seasonal vendor items.
These are the most popular gems among top‑rated Retribution Paladins in 2v2 Arenas.
Algari Diamond
Fiber
Most Played Races for Retribution Paladin 2v2
Racial traits can provide noticeable advantages in PvP, giving a competitive edge in 2v2 Arenas.
These are the most commonly chosen races among top‑rated Retribution Paladin DPS players in The War Within Season 3.
Retribution Paladin Guide FAQ
Here are answers to common questions about how this guide is built and how to interpret the data.
How is this 2v2 PvP guide created?
This guide compiles live data from the top Retribution Paladins in 2v2 Arenas using Blizzard’s Battle.net API .
How often is the information updated?
Data updates every 8 hours.
Why is this guide valuable?
The guide provides real-time build insights, showing exactly what high-ranking players are currently using, helping you make informed decisions for your character.
Is this guide current?
Yes. The guide always reflects the latest information for The War Within Season 3 and Patch 11.2.
Is this guide suitable for beginners?
Yes. Beginners can easily identify current trends and optimal setups. However, it does not provide gameplay tutorials.
Why isn’t my character listed in the top rankings?
Reasons may include inactivity, falling below the minimum rating threshold, frequent spec changes, or gear not optimized for PvP.