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Totemic Restoration Shaman 2v2 PvP Guide for The War Within Season 3

  • Shaman class icon Restoration Shaman specialization icon
    Restoration Shaman
  • Totemic icon Totemic
  • Based on 10 Characters
  • The War Within Season 3
  • From 1823 to 2011 Rating

Welcome to Murlok.io’s Totemic Restoration Shaman PvP guide for 2v2 Arenas in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 3.

Built using real‑time data from the top 50 Totemic Restoration Shaman Healers 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 Totemic Restoration Shamans

  1. Fastownu's icon
    1
    Fastownu
    Outland (EU)
    Dwarf | Totemic | 654 ilvl
    2011
  2. Jebusbra's icon
    2
    Jebusbra
    Zuljin (US)
    Orc | Totemic | 692 ilvl
    1997
  3. Ghostjoke's icon
    3
    Ghostjoke
    Drakthul (EU)
    Dwarf | Totemic | 687 ilvl
    1979
  4. Stupidstreg's icon
    4
    Stupidstreg
    Nathrezim (US)
    Tauren | Totemic | 663 ilvl
    1974
  5. Валумэ's icon
    5
    Валумэ
    Howling Fjord (EU)
    Orc | Totemic | 678 ilvl
    1945

Stat Priority

Stats directly affect a Restoration Shaman's Healer 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

  • 6% Critical Strike +586
  • 7% Haste +4404
  • 98% Mastery +17342
  • 24% Versatility +18986

Stat priority

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

Additional Minor Stats

  • 0% Avoidance +0
  • 0% Leech +66
  • 4% Speed +0

Stat priority

  1. Leech
  2. Avoidance
  3. Speed

Talent Build

Talents play a major role in 2v2 Arenas. The heatmaps below show how frequently each talent is selected among the top Totemic Restoration Shamans.

  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.

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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 Restoration Shamans in 2v2 Arenas.

Head

  1. Astral Aspirant's Chain Headguard

    • 8
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Headguard icon

  2. Aspect of Channeled Fury

    • Set
    • 1
    Aspect of Channeled Fury icon

  3. Astral Aspirant's Chain Helm

    • 1
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Helm icon

Neck

  1. Algari Competitor's Amulet

    • Craft
    • 8
    Algari Competitor's Amulet icon

  2. Astral Aspirant's Pendant

    • 2
    Astral Aspirant's Pendant icon

Shoulders

  1. Fangs of Channeled Fury

    • Set
    • 6
    Fangs of Channeled Fury icon

  2. Astral Aspirant's Chain Spaulders

    • 2
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Spaulders icon

  3. Astral Gladiator's Chain Monnion

    • 1
    Astral Gladiator's Chain Monnion icon

  4. Astral Warmonger's Epaulets

    • 1
    Astral Warmonger's Epaulets icon

Back

  1. Reshii Wraps

    • 9
    Reshii Wraps icon

  2. Astral Aspirant's Cape

    • 1
    Astral Aspirant's Cape icon

Chest

  1. Astral Aspirant's Armored Tunic

    • 8
    Astral Aspirant's Armored Tunic icon

  2. Astral Gladiator's Chain Tunic

    • 1
    Astral Gladiator's Chain Tunic icon

  3. Furs of Channeled Fury

    • Set
    • 1
    Furs of Channeled Fury icon

Wrist

  1. Astral Warmonger's Armguards

    • 5
    Astral Warmonger's Armguards icon

  2. Astral Aspirant's Chain Wristwraps

    • 4
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Wristwraps icon

  3. Algari Competitor's Mail Bracers

    • 1
    Algari Competitor's Mail Bracers icon

Hands

  1. Astral Aspirant's Chain Gauntlets

    • 8
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Gauntlets icon

  2. Claws of Channeled Fury

    • Set
    • 2
    Claws of Channeled Fury icon

Waist

  1. Astral Aspirant's Chain Clasp

    • 6
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Clasp icon

  2. Astral Warmonger's Cinch

    • 2
    Astral Warmonger's Cinch icon

  3. Algari Competitor's Chain Girdle

    • Craft
    • 1
    Algari Competitor's Chain Girdle icon

  4. Astral Aspirant's Chain Belt

    • 1
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Belt icon

Legs

  1. Astral Aspirant's Chain Wargreaves

    • 5
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Wargreaves icon

  2. Tassets of Channeled Fury

    • Set
    • 3
    Tassets of Channeled Fury icon

  3. Astral Aspirant's Chain Leggings

    • 1
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Leggings icon

  4. Astral Gladiator's Chain Leggings

    • 1
    Astral Gladiator's Chain Leggings icon

Feet

  1. Astral Aspirant's Chain Stompers

    • 10
    Astral Aspirant's Chain Stompers icon

Rings

  1. Algari Competitor's Signet

    • 19
    Algari Competitor's Signet icon

  2. Astral Gladiator's Signet

    • 1
    Astral Gladiator's Signet icon

Trinkets

  1. Astral Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity

    • Set
    • 8
    Astral Aspirant's Insignia of Alacrity icon

  2. Astral Aspirant's Medallion

    • Set
    • 8
    Astral Aspirant's Medallion icon

  3. Astral Aspirant's Emblem

    • Set
    • 2
    Astral Aspirant's Emblem icon

  4. Astral Gladiator's Medallion

    • Set
    • 2
    Astral Gladiator's Medallion icon

Main Hand

  1. Astral Aspirant's Scepter

    • 10
    Astral Aspirant's Scepter icon

Off Hand

  1. Astral Aspirant's Shield

    • 6
    Astral Aspirant's Shield icon

  2. Astral Warmonger's Aegis

    • 4
    Astral Warmonger's Aegis icon

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 Restoration Shamans.

  1. Energy Redistribution Beacon

    • 18
    Algari Competitor's Signet icon

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 Restoration Shaman gear in 2v2 Arenas during The War Within Season 3.

Back

  1. Chant of Burrowing Rapidity

    • 4
    Chant of Burrowing Rapidity icon

  2. +665 Leech

    • 1
    +665 Leech icon

Chest

  1. Council's Intellect

    • 4
    Council's Intellect icon

  2. Crystalline Radiance

    • 1
    Crystalline Radiance icon

  3. Reserve of Intellect

    • 1
    Reserve of Intellect icon

Wrist

  1. +1000 Speed

    • 4
    +1000 Speed icon

  2. +500 Speed

    • 1
    +500 Speed icon

Legs

  1. Daybreak Spellthread

    • 5
    Daybreak Spellthread icon

  2. Sunset Spellthread

    • 1
    Sunset Spellthread icon

Feet

  1. Scout's March

    • 4
    Scout's March icon

  2. Defender's March

    • 1
    Defender's March icon

  3. Plainsrunner's Breeze

    • 1
    Plainsrunner's Breeze icon

Rings

  1. Cursed Mastery

    • 12
    Cursed Mastery icon

  2. +315 Mastery

    • 6
    +315 Mastery icon

Main Hand

  1. Stonebound Artistry

    • 6
    Stonebound Artistry icon

  2. Stonebound Artistry

    • 1
    Stonebound Artistry icon

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 Restoration Shamans in 2v2 Arenas.

Algari Diamond

  1. Cognitive Bloodstone

    • 7
    Cognitive Bloodstone icon

  2. Enduring Bloodstone

    • 1
    Enduring Bloodstone icon

Fiber

  1. Pure Energizing Fiber

    • 5
    Pure Energizing Fiber icon

  2. Energizing Fiber

    • 3
    Energizing Fiber icon

  3. Pure Dexterous Fiber

    • 1
    Pure Dexterous Fiber icon

Prismatic

  1. Versatile Onyx

    • 13
    Versatile Onyx icon

  2. Masterful Sapphire

    • 8
    Masterful Sapphire icon

  3. Masterful Emerald

    • 3
    Masterful Emerald icon

  4. Quick Onyx

    • 2
    Quick Onyx icon

Tinker

    • 2

Most Played Races for Restoration Shaman 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 Restoration Shaman Healer players in The War Within Season 3.

  1. Orc

    • 6
    Orc icon

  2. Dwarf

    • 2
    Dwarf icon

  3. Tauren

    • 1
    Tauren icon

  4. Dark Iron Dwarf

    • 1
    Dark Iron Dwarf icon

Totemic Restoration Shaman 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 Totemic Restoration Shamans 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.