Destruction Warlock Blitz PvP Guide for The War Within Season 2
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Destruction Warlock
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43 Hellcallers
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7 Diabolists
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Welcome to Murlok.io’s Destruction Warlock PvP build guide for Blitz Battlegrounds 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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1ThiccboltsTarren Mill (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 630 ilvl3074 -
2KiljaédenDrakthul (EU)Draenei | Hellcaller | 655 ilvl3025 -
3CindelaEredar (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 639 ilvl2975 -
4RagnokaZuljin (US)Void Elf | Diabolist | 663 ilvl2865 -
5DrainingDreadmaul (US)Nightborne | Hellcaller | 654 ilvl2859
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6DanaownsSpirestone (US)Void Elf | Diabolist | 657 ilvl2817 -
7JimmijArgent Dawn (EU)Gnome | Diabolist | 633 ilvl2751 -
8IncendiamThaurissan (US)Troll | Hellcaller | 631 ilvl2712 -
9ZalupuselSilvermoon (EU)Void Elf | Diabolist | 640 ilvl2699 -
10DotopFrostmourne (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 631 ilvl2683
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11WaytoozestyBlackrock (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 633 ilvl2673 -
12ChaosmuffinAegwynn (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 630 ilvl2643 -
13НайтварлокSoulflayer (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 662 ilvl2642 -
14MefeldaOutland (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 643 ilvl2630 -
15ВеберхHowling Fjord (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 631 ilvl2622
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16DrexiaTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 628 ilvl2609 -
17AisDragonblight (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 630 ilvl2607 -
18MuffìnratSargeras (US)Human | Hellcaller | 635 ilvl2602 -
19DelenRavencrest (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 666 ilvl2594 -
20HeadbolterTichondrius (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 631 ilvl2591
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21GløømsRagnaros (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 669 ilvl2580 -
22RikkërtDraenor (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 636 ilvl2576 -
23TacobeansIllidan (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 649 ilvl2570 -
24ThefunkTichondrius (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 648 ilvl2528 -
25CanabolicStormscale (EU)Mag'har Orc | Hellcaller | 644 ilvl2524
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26HuieerTichondrius (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 636 ilvl2521 -
27AmpéRavencrest (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 648 ilvl2517 -
28ЛевелкHowling Fjord (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 645 ilvl2504 -
29FiéndTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 635 ilvl2495 -
30ПашуняGordunni (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 664 ilvl2486
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31AmpexRavencrest (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 627 ilvl2473 -
32RangzTichondrius (US)Gnome | Hellcaller | 630 ilvl2454 -
33GuldabadStormrage (US)Gnome | Hellcaller | 635 ilvl2451 -
34MyceliumGreymane (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 643 ilvl2440 -
35YazzieBlackmoore (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 662 ilvl2428
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36CambioneStormrage (US)Draenei | Hellcaller | 633 ilvl2417 -
37NekrosArchimonde (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 632 ilvl2413 -
38CazadoriusJubeithos (US)Orc | Diabolist | 645 ilvl2409 -
39DavilEmerald Dream (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 629 ilvl2409 -
40KaiowasStormscale (EU)Undead | Hellcaller | 639 ilvl2408
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41MadridismoOutland (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 612 ilvl2407 -
42ChirwitchBlackrock (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 628 ilvl2406 -
43PogxziBlackmoore (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 642 ilvl2402 -
44VoidelfvishFrostmourne (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 634 ilvl2400 -
45PerkzMoon Guard (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 636 ilvl2391
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46KartharianSargeras (US)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 634 ilvl2386 -
47VillaìnMoon Guard (US)Human | Diabolist | 661 ilvl2383 -
48MignettoNemesis (EU)Undead | Diabolist | 645 ilvl2374 -
49BobthebolterAegwynn (US)Troll | Hellcaller | 629 ilvl2372 -
50DrinakisucksMoon Guard (US)Human | Hellcaller | 636 ilvl2371
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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+121910% Critical Strike
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+1625725% Haste
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+416328% Mastery
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+1572520% Versatility
Stat priority
- Haste
- Versatility
- Mastery
- Critical Strike
Minor Stats
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+110% Avoidance
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+3440% 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 Blitz Battlegrounds. 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 Blitz.
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 Blitz.
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 Blitz 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 Blitz.
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 Blitz.
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 Blitz Battlegrounds.
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 Blitz guide created?
The guide is created by collecting live data from the 50 top-rated Destruction Warlocks in Blitz, 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.