
Affliction Warlock RBG PvP Guide for The War Within Season 2
Welcome to Murlok.io’s Affliction Warlock PvP guide for Rated Battlegrounds in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 2.
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 RBG.
Data is refreshed every 8 hours via Blizzard’s Battle.net API to ensure accuracy and up-to-date insights.
Top RBG Affliction Warlocks
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1EggbreathTichondrius (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 635 ilvl2413
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2LukuKiljaeden (US)Undead | Soul Harvester | 639 ilvl2305
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3BoonzorRavencrest (EU)Human | Soul Harvester | 658 ilvl2220
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4QùíckDestromath (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 635 ilvl2206
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5TøhuwabohuBlackmoore (EU)Night Elf | Soul Harvester | 665 ilvl2138
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6LangneurArchimonde (EU)Night Elf | Soul Harvester | 678 ilvl2130
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7GixsawdotIllidan (US)Nightborne | Soul Harvester | 642 ilvl2102
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8MïtaArchimonde (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 679 ilvl2080
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9KashiriBlackmoore (EU)Night Elf | Soul Harvester | 661 ilvl2077
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10PurplewlRavencrest (EU)Night Elf | Soul Harvester | 635 ilvl2053
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11RexussVelen (US)Human | Soul Harvester | 657 ilvl2045
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12CocadémoArchimonde (EU)Orc | Soul Harvester | 645 ilvl1980
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13KylìánBlackmoore (EU)Human | Soul Harvester | 635 ilvl1978
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14SuperslimeEmerald Dream (US)Human | Hellcaller | 633 ilvl1956
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15AnubisKiljaeden (US)Human | Soul Harvester | 651 ilvl1949
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16ÉchøBlackmoore (EU)Night Elf | Soul Harvester | 644 ilvl1939
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17LamiedosaQuelthalas (US)Human | Soul Harvester | 642 ilvl1931
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18UsainboltsStormrage (US)Void Elf | Soul Harvester | 635 ilvl1929
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19DötsonurppStormrage (US)Human | Soul Harvester | 638 ilvl1885
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20VieuxcalisZuljin (US)Orc | Soul Harvester | 644 ilvl1863
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21XtérnalBleeding Hollow (US)Undead | Hellcaller | 636 ilvl1863
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22RutenaRavencrest (EU)Human | Soul Harvester | 683 ilvl1843
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23NimbinBlackrock (EU)Void Elf | Soul Harvester | 652 ilvl1822
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24SénsimillaSteamwheedle Cartel (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 633 ilvl1805
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25TuberculusAmbossar (EU)Human | Soul Harvester | 651 ilvl1801
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
- 7% Critical Strike +1457
- 26% Haste +17025
- 34% Mastery +3923
- 21% Versatility +16061
Stat priority
- Haste
- Versatility
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
Additional Minor Stats
- 0% Avoidance +0
- 0% Leech +446
- 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 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 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 Affliction Warlocks in Rated Battlegrounds.
Back
Wrist
Hands
Waist
Legs
Feet
Rings
Trinkets
Main Hand
Off 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 Rated Battlegrounds during The War Within Season 2.
Head
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 Rated Battlegrounds.
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 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 Affliction Warlock DPS players in The War Within Season 2.
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 RBG PvP guide created?
This guide compiles live data from the top Affliction Warlocks 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 2 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.