
Destruction Warlock Mythic+ PvE Guide for The War Within Season 3
Welcome to Murlok.io’s Destruction Warlock PvE guide for Mythic+ Dungeons in World of Warcraft: The War Within Season 3.
Built using real‑time data from the top 50 Destruction 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+ Destruction Warlocks
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1LílithuDalaran (EU)Night Elf | Diabolist | 707 ilvl3328
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2AggelockTwisting Nether (EU)Night Elf | Diabolist | 707 ilvl3283
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3SitomeyEmerald Dream (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3255
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4BiutefuIllidan (US)Nightborne | Hellcaller | 703 ilvl3253
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5SidannyzzRagnaros (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl3251
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6SøulzDraenor (EU)Dwarf | Diabolist | 706 ilvl3248
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7YunggwlStormrage (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 709 ilvl3242
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8SlurpdatTichondrius (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3231
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9WdcIllidan (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3226
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10AprikanoZirkel Des Cenarius (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3226
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11BenpavardHyjal (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3218
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12BeastlöckTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3217
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13DihazlockTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3216
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14AitnahNemesis (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3215
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15NazgotNemesis (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3214
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16LokkladArea 52 (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3206
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17GhouldánnDraenor (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 708 ilvl3206
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18AbiegaelleTarren Mill (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3204
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19ImpergatorGuldan (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3204
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20ShawnhyDalaran (EU)Mechagnome | Diabolist | 707 ilvl3203
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21CrÿptbaneIllidan (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3198
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22JapanimportTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Diabolist | 707 ilvl3192
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23ObligationArea 52 (US)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3190
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24ЩекочиллаGordunni (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3187
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25GravewalkerzTarren Mill (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3186
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26CreeBlackrock (EU)Mag'har Orc | Diabolist | 709 ilvl3182
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27LaflamêZuljin (US)Dwarf | Diabolist | 709 ilvl3175
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28KastrophycFrostmourne (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3173
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29EonjrFrostmourne (US)Dwarf | Diabolist | 708 ilvl3173
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30MyrellwDrakthul (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3172
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31HayvoauflockBlackhand (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3172
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32KrlocMalganis (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3171
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33SoulseaterlKazzak (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3170
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34CyberlockzDraenor (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 708 ilvl3169
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35SünlessSanguino (EU)Dwarf | Diabolist | 707 ilvl3167
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36BroxihwaBlackmoore (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3166
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37BammfernalStormrage (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 705 ilvl3165
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38EmpowaArea 52 (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3165
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39JoepodsArea 52 (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3162
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40SynisderHyjal (EU)Blood Elf | Diabolist | 706 ilvl3162
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41CarndumBlackrock (EU)Dwarf | Diabolist | 707 ilvl3161
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42KartofelTwisting Nether (EU)Troll | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3159
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43GulldåñArea 52 (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 708 ilvl3155
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44GoraTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3154
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45РапистHowling Fjord (EU)Undead | Diabolist | 708 ilvl3152
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46ÂcaciusIllidan (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3151
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47ParafernaliaSanguino (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 708 ilvl3151
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48BlxssedIllidan (US)Blood Elf | Diabolist | 706 ilvl3149
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49CocoqqEredar (EU)Dracthyr | Hellcaller | 706 ilvl3147
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50GashlockBlackmoore (EU)Void Elf | Hellcaller | 707 ilvl3147
Stat Priority
Stats directly affect a Destruction 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
- 33% Critical Strike +17680
- 26% Haste +17406
- 54% Mastery +13295
- 6% Versatility +4478
Stat priority
- Critical Strike
- Haste
- Mastery
- Versatility
Additional Minor Stats
- 3% Avoidance +1711
- 1% Leech +578
- 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 Destruction 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 Destruction Warlocks in Mythic+ Dungeons.
Head
Neck
Shoulders
Back
Chest
Wrist
Hands
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 Destruction 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 Destruction 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 Destruction 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 Destruction 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 Destruction Warlock DPS players in The War Within Season 3.
Destruction 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 Destruction 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.