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Intro
With the release of WoW Classic Fresh, it’s time to refresh your knowledge on the Best Way of Gearing and Best in Slot (BiS) Items. In this guide, we’ll explore various methods to obtain gear, challenges of acquiring BiS items, and how to overcome them. We’ve also included detailed BiS tables for each class to help you adapt to WoW Classic’s evolving world.
Importance of Gear in WoW Classic
Gear in WoW Classic plays a pivotal role, far surpassing its significance in Retail WoW. Unique mechanics like magic resistance and the absence of RNG systems make acquiring specific items crucial. Understanding these nuances ensures you’re always prepared for dungeons, raids, or PvP scenarios.
WoW Classic Fresh: How to Gear Up Fast
Key Methods:
- Raids: The most efficient way to get top-tier gear. Molten Core and Onyxia’s Lair are the current go-to raids.
- Dungeons: Essential for pre-raid gearing. High-level dungeons like Scholomance and Stratholme are prime sources of gear.
- PvP: Offers gear tailored for PvP activities with attributes like Stamina and Armor.
- Crafting: Leatherworking, Blacksmithing, and Tailoring can yield BiS items even in later phases.
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WoW Classic Gear Overview
- Item Level Is Irrelevant: Lower-level items can outperform higher-level ones due to better attributes.
- Cross-Class Gear: Cloth armor is usable by all classes; Plate, Leather, and Mail have specific restrictions.
- Static Attributes: BiS items have fixed stats, making farming predictable compared to Retail WoW.
WoW Classic Fresh Gear Sources
1. Dungeons
High-level dungeons are the best pre-raid sources for BiS gear. Key dungeons include:
- The Temple of Atal’Hakkar
- Blackrock Depths
- Dire Maul
- Scholomance
- Stratholme
2. PvP
Phase 2 introduces:
- Warsong Gulch and Alterac Valley.
- Honor Points and PvP Ranking System.Phase 6 unlocks BiS PvP gear from Naxxramas and Ahn’Qiraj.
PvP gear often blends PvE attributes for optimal performance.
3. Crafting
Crafted items like Robe of the Archmage and Hide of the Wild remain BiS even during the endgame. Key formulas for enchanting and crafting can be obtained through:
- Profession trainers
- Quests
- Raid drops
4. Raids
Raids are the ultimate gear source. With up to 40 players coordinating, raids like Molten Core and Onyxia’s Lair offer unparalleled rewards.
WoW Classic Best in Slot (BiS) for Each Class
1. Tank Best in Slot (BiS)
Protection Warrior
| Slot | Item | Enchantment | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Gyth’s Skull | — | Gyth |
| Neck | Medallion of Grand Marshal Morris | — | Mushgog |
| Shoulder | Stockade Pauldrons | Chromatic Mantle of Dawn | Dungeon mobs |
| Back | Cloak of Warding | Superior Defense | Tailoring |
Protection Paladin
Similar to Warriors, Paladins focus on Defense and Stamina. Refer to the full BiS list for detailed items.
Feral Tank Druid
Leather gear like the Wolfshead Helm and Warbear Harness form the foundation of a Feral Tank Druid’s BiS gear.
2. DPS Best in Slot (BiS)
Fury Warrior
| Slot | Item | Enchantment | Source |
| Head | Mask of the Unforgiven | — | The Unforgiven |
| Neck | Mark of Fordring | — | In Dreams (Quest) |
Retribution Paladin, Hunter, Rogue, and More
Refer to the detailed tables for each specialization.
3. Healer Best in Slot (BiS)
Holy Priest
| Slot | Item | Enchantment | Source |
| Head | Cassandra’s Grace | — | Drop from mobs |
| Neck | Tooth of Gnarr | — | General Drakkisath |
Holy Paladin, Restoration Shaman, and Restoration Druid
Gear for healers emphasizes Intellect, Spirit, and Mana Regeneration. Detailed tables are available for each class.
Conclusion
In WoW Classic Fresh, gearing up effectively is essential for success in PvP, dungeons, and raids. By following this guide and leveraging the provided BiS tables, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle Azeroth’s challenges. Whether farming dungeons, crafting, or raiding, understanding the best ways to obtain gear will set you on the path to victory.