Destruction Warlock 2v2 PvP Guide for The War Within Season 2
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Destruction Warlock
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33 Hellcallers
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17 Diabolists
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Welcome to Murlok.io’s Destruction Warlock PvP build guide for 2v2 Arenas in The War Within Season 2.
Using data from the top 50 Destruction Warlocks across the US, EU, KR, and TW regions, this guide highlights the most used stats, talents, gear, enchantments, and gems for competitive matches in Patch 11.1.
Top Destruction Warlocks
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1CanabolicStormscale (EU)Mag'har Orc | Hellcaller | 644 ilvl2240 -
2ScryerExecutus (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 632 ilvl2231 -
3GyrosbolicStormscale (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 633 ilvl2208 -
4AnihliArgent Dawn (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 656 ilvl2204 -
5PalântyrAzralon (US)Draenei | Diabolist | 627 ilvl2186
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6DrexiaTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 626 ilvl2154 -
7VoidchaosWhisperwind (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 619 ilvl2146 -
8MenudoytacosSargeras (US)Kul Tiran | Hellcaller | 618 ilvl2144 -
9GruggenbachTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 628 ilvl2123 -
10DämonenrolfBlackhand (EU)Tauren | Hellcaller | 665 ilvl2113
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11XyrøniaAegwynn (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 627 ilvl2111 -
12FunkdwarfMalfurion (EU)Dark Iron Dwarf | Diabolist | 632 ilvl2109 -
13DrututtThe Maelstrom (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 629 ilvl2102 -
14MuffìnratSargeras (US)Human | Diabolist | 635 ilvl2100 -
15NospamcliqueYsondre (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 633 ilvl2099
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16DrexienTichondrius (US)Draenei | Hellcaller | 629 ilvl2090 -
17KikeriBlackhand (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 630 ilvl2067 -
18FearoclockNemesis (EU)Void Elf | Diabolist | 645 ilvl2054 -
19WhodatmanIllidan (US)Troll | Diabolist | 632 ilvl2040 -
20КобричHowling Fjord (EU)Undead | Diabolist | 638 ilvl2027
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21PrisonmikéSargeras (US)Goblin | Hellcaller | 614 ilvl2025 -
22ДрайтмарGordunni (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 631 ilvl2015 -
23JimmijArgent Dawn (EU)Gnome | Diabolist | 633 ilvl2012 -
24BayhasTarren Mill (EU)Mag'har Orc | Diabolist | 655 ilvl2009 -
25MyceliumGreymane (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 643 ilvl1986
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26АртисонаGordunni (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 637 ilvl1974 -
27PrimabølanKazzak (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 630 ilvl1966 -
28HowtofakeDoomhammer (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 641 ilvl1954 -
29OreoknightWhisperwind (US)Night Elf | Diabolist | 618 ilvl1942 -
30ZugzugRajaxx (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 646 ilvl1942
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31EmillýroseNorgannon (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 634 ilvl1931 -
32CobreTarren Mill (EU)Undead | Diabolist | 637 ilvl1929 -
33GleichknaltsBlackmoore (EU)Dark Iron Dwarf | Hellcaller | 631 ilvl1923 -
34LoplDrakthul (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 623 ilvl1916 -
35МобойGordunni (EU)Human | Diabolist | 633 ilvl1916
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36ВаншотпришёлEversong (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 631 ilvl1914 -
37EpícburnIllidan (US)Void Elf | Diabolist | 652 ilvl1909 -
38NazzaretháArea 52 (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 636 ilvl1907 -
39BushwackerHyjal (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 627 ilvl1898 -
40CuckfarmerAmanthul (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 620 ilvl1892
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41EzxzxRavencrest (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 629 ilvl1890 -
42EffzeyxTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Diabolist | 634 ilvl1886 -
43FrootylockStormrage (US)Dracthyr | Hellcaller | 664 ilvl1881 -
44NvlnxTichondrius (US)Orc | Diabolist | 643 ilvl1874 -
45OldgrannyTerokkar (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 625 ilvl1864
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46DrakedogeeIllidan (US)Undead | Hellcaller | 644 ilvl1858 -
47RikkërtDraenor (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 636 ilvl1858 -
48DanaownsSpirestone (US)Void Elf | Diabolist | 653 ilvl1850 -
49AlucarduoIllidan (US)Void Elf | Diabolist | 626 ilvl1837 -
50WaytoozestyBlackrock (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 633 ilvl1831
Stats
Stats are core attributes that directly affect a character’s performance. They appear on gear, consumables, enchantments, and gems.
Each stat has diminishing returns once the bonus reaches +20% from equipped sources, so balancing them is key to maximizing effectiveness.
Secondary Stats
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+109610% Critical Strike
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+1577624% Haste
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+349026% Mastery
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+1653421% Versatility
Stat priority
- Versatility
- Haste
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
Minor Stats
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+00% Avoidance
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+930% Leech
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+07% Speed
Stat priority
- Leech
- Avoidance
- Speed
Talents
Talents define a character’s build and have a direct impact on performance in 2v2 Arenas. This section highlights the most popular Destruction Warlock class, specialization, hero, and PvP talents based on top player data from Season 2.
Talents are shown as heatmaps, where colors indicate frequency:
- 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
Gear refers to the items equipped in each slot. It provides most of a character’s stat bonuses and can come from the Great Vault, crafted gear, raids, dungeons, Delves, or PvP vendors.
Frequently equipped by top players, these items represent the current best-in-slot gear for 2v2.
Head
Shoulders
Back
Chest
Wrist
Hands
Waist
Legs
Feet
Rings
Trinkets
Main Hand
Embellishments
Embellishments are special effects tied to crafted items. Some are built into recipes, while others can be added using optional reagents.
Only two embellished items can be equipped at a time, so choosing the right effects is crucial. The following embellishments are most commonly used in top Destruction Warlock builds for 2v2.
Enchantments
Enchantments add effects to gear, including stat bonuses, damage or healing procs, and other enhancements. Most are created through Enchanting, while leg enchants are crafted by Leatherworkers.
These are the most used enchantments across each slot in Season 2 2v2 builds.
Gems
Gems provide bonus secondary stats and help fine-tune a character’s build. They are crafted through Jewelcrafting and socketed into gear.
Additional sockets can be added to Neck and Rings using the Magnificent Jeweler's Setting , or to other gear using a seasonal item typically sold by the Token of Merit vendor near the Great Vault.
Used to round out secondary stats, these gems are the most used in high-rated 2v2.
Citrine Gems
Citrine Gems are a new type of gem socketed into the Cyrce’s Circlet : a powerful ring introduced in World of Warcraft’s The War Within 11.0.7 patch. These gems provide a versatile range of effects to enhance performance in battle.
Obtained through various activities on Siren Isle, Citrine Gems are a compelling choice for adventurers wielding the Cyrce’s Circlet. Here are the best Citrine Gems for Destruction Warlock in 2v2.
Races
Racial traits can affect performance in PvP, with their impact varying by class and game mode. While the differences may not be noticeable in most games, the right racial choice can provide a competitive edge.
These races are most often chosen for their edge in 2v2 Arenas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions about how this guide is built and how to interpret the data.
How is this Destruction Warlock 2v2 guide created?
The guide is created by collecting live data from the 50 top-rated Destruction Warlocks in 2v2, using the Battle.net API . Their builds are then analyzed to identify the most used stats, talents, gear, and enhancements for Season 2.
How often is the information updated?
The data is refreshed every 12 hours.
Why is this called a guide?
It’s called a guide because it helps players make informed build decisions by showing what top players are using. While it doesn’t teach gameplay step by step, it serves as a reference for optimizing your setup.
Is this guide good for beginners?
Yes. It shows what top players are using, which can be useful for understanding current trends. However, it’s not a how-to guide.
Why is my character not listed in the top section?
Your character might not appear due to inactivity, not meeting the current rating threshold (which increases as the season progresses), frequent spec changes, or gear that doesn’t align with the PvP format.