Subtlety Rogue RBG PvP Guide for The War Within Season 3
Welcome to Murlok.io’s Subtlety Rogue PvP guide for Rated Battlegrounds in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 3.
Built using real‑time data from the top 50 Subtlety Rogue 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 RBG.
Data is refreshed every 8 hours via Blizzard’s Battle.net API to ensure accuracy and up-to-date insights.
Top RBG Subtlety Rogues
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1ShadøwdanceBlackhand (EU)Orc | Deathstalker | 677 ilvl2527 -
2JashyyTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 709 ilvl2519 -
3DjdarkxdSargeras (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 673 ilvl2313 -
4KanaèStormrage (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 684 ilvl2307 -
5TrudsRavencrest (EU)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 671 ilvl2261
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6LõisTichondrius (US)Orc | Deathstalker | 674 ilvl2245 -
7GânkstrBleeding Hollow (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 679 ilvl2177 -
8CørekBlackhand (EU)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 678 ilvl2152 -
9KarparogRagnaros (US)Undead | Deathstalker | 676 ilvl2124 -
10DivorcedadsTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 678 ilvl2108
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11TrudsDraenor (EU)Orc | Deathstalker | 668 ilvl2104 -
12DeathcrowxQuelthalas (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 679 ilvl1990 -
13BlackkattTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Trickster | 705 ilvl1989 -
14CaizeiSargeras (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 678 ilvl1952 -
15MshieldrBlackmoore (EU)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 676 ilvl1931
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16GreenlemonsLightnings Blade (US)Orc | Trickster | 673 ilvl1906 -
17DëathrøgueQuelthalas (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 679 ilvl1890 -
18TrickyminajTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 677 ilvl1880 -
19ValrisRagnaros (US)Human | Deathstalker | 678 ilvl1876 -
20SamulexEredar (EU)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 678 ilvl1850
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21PrfesorartesQuelthalas (US)Kul Tiran | Deathstalker | 682 ilvl1836 -
22MøøtilateBlackhand (EU)Highmountain Tauren | Deathstalker | 679 ilvl1834 -
23SynielConseil Des Ombres (EU)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 715 ilvl1801 -
24ReckfoolEredar (EU)Undead | Deathstalker | 676 ilvl1793 -
25DrroguesThunderlord (US)Orc | Deathstalker | 680 ilvl1790
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26WinjitsuTichondrius (US)Gnome | Trickster | 668 ilvl1749 -
27SnoopfroggEmerald Dream (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 662 ilvl1717 -
28KotalyaHyjal (EU)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 680 ilvl1715 -
29MinibushArea 52 (US)Gnome | Deathstalker | 666 ilvl1694 -
30WinzeScilla (US)Night Elf | Trickster | 699 ilvl1689
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31MitsûriStormrage (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 662 ilvl1677 -
32KerìonNemesis (EU)Night Elf | Trickster | 704 ilvl1673 -
33SanndyVelen (US)Kul Tiran | Deathstalker | 675 ilvl1668 -
34WhisperabiRavencrest (EU)Orc | Deathstalker | 677 ilvl1666 -
35FéorbIllidan (US)Orc | Deathstalker | 676 ilvl1641
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36BønaparteBlackrock (EU)Orc | Deathstalker | 673 ilvl1636 -
37KdìzTichondrius (US)Human | Deathstalker | 676 ilvl1632 -
38CarasTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 680 ilvl1628 -
39CazzetteRavencrest (EU)Night Elf | Deathstalker | 678 ilvl1626 -
40ЧекнулаThermaplugg (EU)Orc | Deathstalker | 678 ilvl1625
Stat Priority
Stats directly affect a Subtlety Rogue'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 +3963
- 2% Haste +1184
- 90% Mastery +20167
- 24% Versatility +18363
Stat priority
- Mastery
- Versatility
- Critical Strike
- Haste
Additional Minor Stats
- 0% Avoidance +35
- 1% Leech +337
- 7% Speed +0
Stat priority
- Leech
- Avoidance
- Speed
Talent Build
Talents play a major role in Rated Battlegrounds. The heatmaps below show how frequently each talent is selected among the top Subtlety Rogues.
- 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 RBG
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 Subtlety Rogues in Rated Battlegrounds.
Head
Shoulders
Back
Chest
Wrist
Waist
Feet
Trinkets
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 Subtlety Rogues.
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 Subtlety Rogue gear in Rated Battlegrounds 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 Subtlety Rogues in Rated Battlegrounds.
Algari Diamond
Prismatic
Most Played Races for Subtlety Rogue RBG
Racial traits can provide noticeable advantages in PvP, giving a competitive edge in Rated Battlegrounds.
These are the most commonly chosen races among top‑rated Subtlety Rogue DPS players in The War Within Season 3.
Subtlety Rogue Guide FAQ
Here are answers to common questions about how this guide is built and how to interpret the data.
How is this RBG PvP guide created?
This guide compiles live data from the top Subtlety Rogues in Rated Battlegrounds 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.