
Affliction Warlock Mythic+ PvE Guide for The War Within Season 3
Welcome to Murlok.io’s Affliction Warlock PvE guide for Mythic+ Dungeons in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 3.
Built using real‑time data from the top 50 Affliction Warlock 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+ Affliction Warlocks
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1GrimrawrTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3240
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2RektasideKazzak (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3223
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3DarthpotatoYsondre (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3170
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4ÐannyBlackmoore (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3167
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5BalindorrChamber Of Aspects (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3156
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6KubedotsIllidan (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3150
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7HavãHyjal (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3139
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8ZarkaughnArea 52 (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 704 ilvl3133
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9TrafalgarlåwTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3128
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10HardtekEarthen Ring (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3119
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11IwiDrakthul (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3116
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12SafThe Maelstrom (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3113
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13КончитабюрстHowling Fjord (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3103
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14DopëyTarren Mill (EU)Nightborne | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3089
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15ZhaixSunstrider (EU)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3082
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16RomawlArea 52 (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3081
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17FreshlockFiretree (US)Human | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl3080
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18NareezBlackrock (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3069
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19MalaquìreNemesis (EU)Troll | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3067
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20DwarfsoulAggra Português (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3067
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21DreadlockqtsGurubashi (US)Undead | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3061
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22ChaosmogliBlackhand (EU)Mag'har Orc | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3055
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23MeskiaDraenor (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3054
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24ÅccessBlackhand (EU)Dracthyr | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3050
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25БоцманинHowling Fjord (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl3049
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31PapagreenBurning Legion (EU)Goblin | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl3020
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32ManateesAegwynn (US)Troll | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl3008
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33SsræthHyjal (EU)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3008
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34OshizeDraenor (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3004
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35KromaticArea 52 (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3002
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36MezakaYsondre (EU)Dracthyr | Soul Harvester | 706 ilvl2992
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37JäykobAntonidas (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl2990
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38GiantgobrinZuljin (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl2986
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39GruckmuncherEarthen Ring (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 703 ilvl2984
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40ObscurialTwisting Nether (EU)Nightborne | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl2979
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41TaiyouDraenor (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 701 ilvl2977
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42SapothelockArea 52 (US)Nightborne | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl2964
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43NazgotRavencrest (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 703 ilvl2963
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44АмбушиггHowling Fjord (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl2963
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45UrübaenArchimonde (EU)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl2961
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46SilaswarlockSilvermoon (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl2959
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47HubulubuBurning Legion (EU)Troll | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl2951
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48GatanasQuelthalas (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl2944
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49WrootsArchimonde (EU)Troll | Soul Harvester | 706 ilvl2939
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50RavioliïTichondrius (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 701 ilvl2938
Stat Priority
Stats directly affect a Affliction Warlock'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
- 29% Critical Strike +16459
- 26% Haste +16960
- 74% Mastery +15083
- 4% Versatility +3404
Stat priority
- Haste
- Critical Strike
- Mastery
- Versatility
Additional Minor Stats
- 3% Avoidance +1692
- 1% Leech +654
- 2% 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 Affliction Warlocks.
- 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.
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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 Affliction Warlocks in Mythic+ Dungeons.
Head
Neck
Shoulders
Back
Chest
Wrist
Hands
Waist
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 Affliction Warlocks.
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 Affliction Warlock 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 Affliction Warlocks in Mythic+ Dungeons.
Algari Diamond
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 Affliction Warlock 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 Affliction Warlock DPS players in The War Within Season 3.
Affliction Warlock 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 Affliction Warlocks 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.