
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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6YittelockBurning Legion (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 721 ilvl3717
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7WiseKazzak (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 714 ilvl3698
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8DarthpotatoYsondre (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3686
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9LadizloTarren Mill (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 721 ilvl3684
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10AbiegaelleTarren Mill (EU)Dwarf | Diabolist | 721 ilvl3674
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11StaypoorwFrostmourne (US)Human | Diabolist | 718 ilvl3672
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12PepelokeZuljin (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3670
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13SnugcTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3670
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14GwynblæíddDraenor (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3670
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15LaflamêZuljin (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 721 ilvl3668
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16MannimarcoMalganis (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3663
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17LílithuDalaran (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3662
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18FountasticTwisting Nether (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 719 ilvl3658
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19SlurpdatTichondrius (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3657
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20ObligationArea 52 (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3656
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21BeastlöckTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3656
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22HopplahasiTaerar (EU)Dwarf | Diabolist | 721 ilvl3653
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23SøulzDraenor (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 718 ilvl3652
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24TayvonBurning Legion (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3640
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25LexyhartBlackhand (EU)Blood Elf | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3636
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26BarcadegunoiTarren Mill (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 718 ilvl3635
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27AitnahNemesis (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3633
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28XolatiRagnaros (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3631
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29GoraTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3627
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30КапитальноSoulflayer (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3625
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31KastrophycFrostmourne (US)Dwarf | Diabolist | 717 ilvl3624
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32НэлтариенхHowling Fjord (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 721 ilvl3623
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33AfflictioAntonidas (EU)Human | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3623
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34AshwarlockTarren Mill (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3615
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35SpacemonkeyMalganis (US)Dwarf | Diabolist | 721 ilvl3610
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36ШепотнаушкиHowling Fjord (EU)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 721 ilvl3609
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37GulldåñArea 52 (US)Orc | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3608
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38ÅlucardTarren Mill (EU)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3607
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39CocoqqEredar (EU)Dracthyr | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3606
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40HannumonStormreaver (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3605
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41DumblegnomeZuljin (EU)Gnome | Hellcaller | 721 ilvl3601
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42AlyxssTwisting Nether (EU)Dwarf | Diabolist | 719 ilvl3601
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43AppleslopStormrage (US)Tauren | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3599
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44LeyzzDraenor (EU)Orc | Diabolist | 720 ilvl3597
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45YunggwlStormrage (US)Dwarf | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3594
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46RichbríanIllidan (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 716 ilvl3592
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47MaddenlockDraenor (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 719 ilvl3592
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48BomboflightIllidan (US)Gnome | Diabolist | 719 ilvl3588
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49SaïraaYsondre (EU)Orc | Hellcaller | 717 ilvl3588
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50GirthgateTichondrius (US)Night Elf | Hellcaller | 720 ilvl3585
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
- 35% Critical Strike +19068
- 27% Haste +17536
- 61% Mastery +15776
- 5% Versatility +4081
Stat priority
- Critical Strike
- Haste
- Mastery
- Versatility
Additional Minor Stats
- 4% Avoidance +2020
- 1% Leech +1127
- 4% 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.
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
Waist
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.
Chest
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.