
Archon Shadow Priest Mythic+ PvE Guide for The War Within Season 2
Welcome to Murlok.io’s Archon Shadow Priest PvE guide for Mythic+ Dungeons in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 2.
Built using real‑time data from the top 50 Archon Shadow Priest 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 11.1.7 competitive M+.
Data is refreshed every 8 hours via Blizzard’s Battle.net API to ensure accuracy and up-to-date insights.
Top Mythic+ Archon Shadow Priests
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1LairaspiNemesis (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 685 ilvl3949
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2NhajiTarren Mill (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3879
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3СмородиноваяHowling Fjord (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 685 ilvl3869
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4LysapriestDraenor (EU)Dwarf | Archon | 684 ilvl3839
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5DreanDraenor (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3834
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16YulaxyzKazzak (EU)Dracthyr | Archon | 685 ilvl3693
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17MaiinyTwisting Nether (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3689
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18JapeasdStormreaver (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3674
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19LongshadøwSilvermoon (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3666
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20CupidyeBlackhand (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3660
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26WkpandachampTarren Mill (EU)Pandaren | Archon | 685 ilvl3621
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27QhëkøRagnaros (US)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3613
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28BettinellaRavencrest (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3608
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29LotuslilySilvermoon (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 683 ilvl3607
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30라임레몬모히또Azshara (KR)Night Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3606
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36ОтчаяньеHowling Fjord (EU)Void Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3554
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37PalouBlackhand (EU)Mag'har Orc | Archon | 685 ilvl3554
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38ChrononamiAegwynn (EU)Void Elf | Archon | 684 ilvl3551
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39CrayonStormrage (US)Dracthyr | Archon | 684 ilvl3535
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40KurowaahSuramar (EU)Void Elf | Archon | 683 ilvl3531
Stat Priority
Stats directly affect a Shadow Priest'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
- 16% Critical Strike +7904
- 24% Haste +16129
- 17% Mastery +18617
- 3% Versatility +2085
Stat priority
- Mastery
- Haste
- Critical Strike
- Versatility
Additional Minor Stats
- 3% Avoidance +1614
- 1% Leech +1022
- 3% Speed +0
Stat priority
- Avoidance
- Leech
- Speed
Talent Build
Talents play a major role in Mythic+ Dungeons. The heatmaps below show how frequently each talent is selected among the top Archon Shadow Priests.
- 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 Mythic+
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 Shadow Priests in Mythic+ Dungeons.
Head
Neck
Shoulders
Back
Wrist
Legs
Feet
Rings
Trinkets
Main 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 Shadow Priests.
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 Shadow Priest gear in Mythic+ Dungeons during The War Within Season 2.
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 Shadow Priests in Mythic+ Dungeons.
Cyrce's Circlet
Durable Information Securing Container
Durable Information Securing Container is a powerful belt introduced in Patch 11.1.7, obtained from Overcharged Delves. It features a unique effect that enhances character builds and can significantly impact performance in competitive content.
Most Played Races for Shadow Priest M+
Racial traits can provide noticeable advantages in PvE, giving a competitive edge in Mythic+ Dungeons.
These are the most commonly chosen races among top‑rated Shadow Priest DPS players in The War Within Season 2.
Archon Shadow Priest Guide FAQ
Here are answers to common questions about how this guide is built and how to interpret the data.
How is this Mythic+ PvE guide created?
This guide compiles live data from the top Archon Shadow Priests in Mythic+ Dungeons 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 2 and Patch 11.1.7.
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 PvE.