
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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1MechagnomockDrakthul (EU)Mechagnome | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3605
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2SafThe Maelstrom (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3603
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3FearAuchindoun (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3562
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4DopëyTarren Mill (EU)Nightborne | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3548
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5DégnoKirin Tor (EU)Dark Iron Dwarf | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3538
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6ZarkaughnArea 52 (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3513
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7ArzynMalganis (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3509
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8MezakaYsondre (EU)Dracthyr | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3495
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9PlütøFrostmourne (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3470
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10АмбушиггHowling Fjord (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3442
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16DraenoldArea 52 (US)Draenei | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3416
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17BlästerRavencrest (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3415
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18NazunitazTarren Mill (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3411
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19AlienwarlockKazzak (EU)Dracthyr | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3405
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20DraghaarDefias Brotherhood (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3396
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21MiloshstrongRavencrest (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3390
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22TehxcorpOutland (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3386
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23念念晴Shadowmoon (TW)Human | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3381
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24RizzoGenjuros (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3363
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25AgonizerThe Maelstrom (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3362
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26FalockskoBlackmoore (EU)Mechagnome | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3354
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27TurtlesrockTichondrius (US)Undead | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3346
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28PigsonStormrage (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3344
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29BrokemavSmolderthorn (US)Vulpera | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3344
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30BarøxYsondre (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3343
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31ÐannyBlackmoore (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3341
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32八十參Skywall (TW)Undead | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3338
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33NyssarissaStormreaver (US)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3331
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34CurlitEmerald Dream (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3328
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35TorchieIllidan (US)Gnome | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3315
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36UrübaenArchimonde (EU)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3315
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37억흥Azshara (KR)Goblin | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3311
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38ShalikaOutland (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3308
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39XenoniumDalaran (EU)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3306
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40ArkanassStormscale (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3304
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41MeskiaDraenor (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3303
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42SchicksalBlackmoore (EU)Dracthyr | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3302
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43AfflynoZuljin (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3295
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44PipslockHyjal (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3292
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45OreialMoon Guard (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3288
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46BalindorrChamber Of Aspects (EU)Human | Soul Harvester | 717 ilvl3280
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47NakatakBarthilas (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3269
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48HeartfelsJubeithos (US)Mag'har Orc | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3263
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49HartusChants Éternels (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3252
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50SaucemaféKirin Tor (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 715 ilvl3250
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
- 32% Critical Strike +18911
- 26% Haste +17227
- 80% Mastery +16764
- 4% Versatility +2991
Stat priority
- Critical Strike
- Haste
- Mastery
- Versatility
Additional Minor Stats
- 3% Avoidance +1574
- 1% Leech +1160
- 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 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.
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
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 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.