
Shadow Priest Mythic+ PvE Guide for The War Within Season 3
Welcome to Murlok.io’s Shadow Priest PvE guide for Mythic+ Dungeons in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 3.
Built using real‑time data from the top 50 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 11.2 competitive M+.
Data is refreshed every 8 hours via Blizzard’s Battle.net API to ensure accuracy and up-to-date insights.
Top Mythic+ Shadow Priests
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1NhajiTarren Mill (EU)Night Elf | Voidweaver | 719 ilvl3740
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2MightyshadøwBurning Blade (EU)Dracthyr | Voidweaver | 721 ilvl3690
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3KaldemicFrostmourne (US)Dracthyr | Archon | 721 ilvl3645
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4SammespSargeras (US)Night Elf | Archon | 721 ilvl3644
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5MeowuwIllidan (US)Night Elf | Archon | 720 ilvl3642
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6SakuriaBlackmoore (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 718 ilvl3627
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7ShadopplerShendralar (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 719 ilvl3624
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8BoreasxoxoKazzak (EU)Dracthyr | Archon | 717 ilvl3616
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9BralnzRavencrest (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 720 ilvl3606
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10LøngshadowSilvermoon (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 721 ilvl3586
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11ImiseraphIllidan (US)Night Elf | Archon | 721 ilvl3579
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12你愛的人Shadowmoon (TW)Night Elf | Archon | 722 ilvl3574
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13太陽花的傻笑Nightsong (TW)Blood Elf | Archon | 718 ilvl3564
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14АзулахHowling Fjord (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 719 ilvl3562
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15IzzumiSilvermoon (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 719 ilvl3554
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16SammespTarren Mill (EU)Dracthyr | Archon | 716 ilvl3551
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17ShadowclipIllidan (US)Void Elf | Voidweaver | 720 ilvl3550
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18WkpandachampTarren Mill (EU)Pandaren | Archon | 717 ilvl3547
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19BaysisSargeras (US)Dracthyr | Archon | 719 ilvl3540
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20MeigouMoon Guard (US)Night Elf | Archon | 718 ilvl3537
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21YevwKazzak (EU)Void Elf | Voidweaver | 716 ilvl3537
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22NataleyaStormrage (US)Night Elf | Archon | 718 ilvl3533
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23HexasaurLightbringer (US)Dracthyr | Archon | 718 ilvl3532
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24OmprSilvermoon (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 716 ilvl3532
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25LoyalxdiceZuljin (US)Void Elf | Archon | 720 ilvl3527
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26KaldiriaConseil Des Ombres (EU)Human | Archon | 720 ilvl3527
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27RoidformArea 52 (US)Void Elf | Archon | 717 ilvl3524
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28RaíjinBlades Edge (EU)Goblin | Archon | 720 ilvl3524
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29GuffinpriestTarren Mill (EU)Mag'har Orc | Archon | 718 ilvl3522
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30LiiriSilvermoon (EU)Void Elf | Archon | 716 ilvl3522
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41DariioTarren Mill (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 717 ilvl3489
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42LivyatanKelthuzad (US)Night Elf | Archon | 717 ilvl3487
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43AmazingjamoArea 52 (US)Goblin | Archon | 718 ilvl3487
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44CöppamanBurning Legion (EU)Void Elf | Archon | 720 ilvl3487
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45MondiieDrakthul (EU)Dracthyr | Archon | 723 ilvl3486
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46FlandreSilvermoon (EU)Night Elf | Archon | 718 ilvl3483
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47OnlydafKhaz Modan (EU)Undead | Archon | 716 ilvl3483
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48QinzeyBlackmoore (EU)Dracthyr | Archon | 716 ilvl3482
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49TïctacThrall (US)Dracthyr | Archon | 720 ilvl3480
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50KuduroDraenor (EU)Mag'har Orc | Voidweaver | 720 ilvl3479
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
- 22% Critical Strike +11727
- 31% Haste +20248
- 19% Mastery +21175
- 2% Versatility +1740
Stat priority
- Mastery
- Haste
- Critical Strike
- Versatility
Additional Minor Stats
- 3% Avoidance +1881
- 1% Leech +811
- 4% 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 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.
Neck
Shoulders
Back
Wrist
Hands
Waist
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 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 Shadow Priests in Mythic+ Dungeons.
Fiber
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 3.
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 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 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 PvE.