Shadow Priest DPS Guide — The War Within (11.0.5)
Welcome to our Shadow Priest guide for World of Warcraft — The War Within (11.0.5). Here, you will learn how to play as a Shadow Priest in both raids and Mythic+ dungeons: from the very beginning to maximizing your DPS.
If you were looking for WotLK Classic content, please refer to our WotLK Classic Shadow Priest guide.
Shadow Priest Overview
In The War Within, Shadow Priest continues on the builder-spender design while also having some interesting damage over time and AoE mechanics. The talent tree offers ways to build your own Shadow Priest, where you can choose between two different core cooldowns ( Void Eruption or Dark Ascension) and then capping it off with thematic Idol spells aligned to the Old Gods. The spec has lots of options, and playstyle can vary widely depending on the talents, so there is a lot to talk about!
Strengths and Weaknesses
- Flexibility with cooldown style choice.
- Powerful sustained priority target AoE damage with Psychic Link and Voidform.
- Great self-healing through Mental Fortitude, Vampiric Touch and Devouring Plague, scaling well with additional targets.
- Access to one of the best single player external DPS cooldown, Power Infusion. Can now be given away easily with Twins of the Sun Priestess.
- Archon and Voidweaver are both competitive Hero Talent options in all forms of content.
- DoT management can require a lot of focus and can be reliant on Shadow Crash hitting correctly to deal reasonable AoE damage.
- Lots of spells and abilities, which could be overwhelming depending on talents.
- Need to plan out movement specifically, cannot just stop casting whenever you want for optimal damage.
- One of the weaker specs when it comes to mitigating damage taken without losing DPS.
- Poor interrupt for PvE content.
- Struggles dealing damage to short-lived enemies.
- Average Single Target damage.
Changes to Shadow Priest in The War Within
Patch 11.0.5 Changes to Priest Priest
The following is a list of changes relevant for Shadow Priests in Patch 11.0.5.
- The Archon talent, Sustained Potency has gained a new effect. It now also pauses the duration of Dark Ascension or Voidform for up to 20 seconds while out of combat or affected by a loss of control effect. Note that this 20 seconds is fixed per cast of these cooldowns so even if you enter and leave combat multiple times you cannot save more than 20 seconds per use of the cooldown.
- Voidweaver Entropic Rift now displays a low-noise version for your allies, instead of being completely invisible.
In addition to these changes over the last several weeks Shadow Priest has received numerous rounds of buffs to various spells. These changes have made both Archon and Voidweaver relevant in all PvE content for Shadow Priests. The guide has been fully updated to support choices for each of these Hero Talents.
The War Within Changes to Priest
The following changes are generic to all Priests.
- Mindgames is removed from the class tree and is now a PvP talent. The associated talents have also been changed.
- New talent: Cauterizing Shadows - When your Shadow Word: Pain expires, is refreshed with less than 5 seconds remaining, or the target with it active dies, a nearby ally within 40 yards is healed.
- New talent: Manipulation - Now causes you to take 2% less damage from targets affected by Shadow Word: Pain.
- New talent: Phantom Reach - Increases the range of most spells by 15% (40 yards -> 46 yards). Note that this currently does NOT affect: Idol of C'Thun, Idol of Yogg-Saron, Psychic Scream, or Psychic Horror.
- Halo is now a 1-minute cooldown to be better aligned with our cooldowns.
For a full list of Priest changes, you can check out our dedicated page.
The War Within Changes to Shadow Priest
The following changes are specific to Shadow Priests.
- Mind Flay: Insanity now deals damage much faster, with a base duration of 1.5 seconds reduced by haste.
- Surge of Insanity now stacks up to 4 times, and the buff duration has been increased to 30 seconds.
- New talent: Shadow Crash - Choice node with Shadow Crash that is instead targeted at a particular enemy (it will follow them if they move). All other interactions are identical with Shadow Crash (including the 8 yard radius).
Starting at level 71, you get to choose between Archon or Voidweaver for your hero talents.
Leveling a Shadow Priest in The War Within
If Shadow Priest sounds interesting to play and you would like to level a fresh Priest, check out the leveling guide below to get you to the end-game with ease!
After getting to max level, or once you feel more comfortable with the spec, you should check out the suggested Addons page to get started on mastering your Shadow Priest.
Basics of Shadow Priest Gameplay
Shadow Priest gameplay combines the basic builder-spender idea used in other specs while twisting in being an active DoT class with lots of cooldowns to use. The basics of the rotation involve getting as much uptime as possible on your cooldowns while making sure to keep up all 3 of your DoTs on as many active targets as possible, especially Devouring Plague.
If you are new to Shadow Priest, or maybe just want a quick start guide to the spec, we suggest first looking through the Spell Summary first, as well as the Easy Mode page linked below. This will get you up and running on your Shadow Priest in no time!
If this is not your first time playing Shadow Priest, you can jump right into the Talents and Rotation sections of the guide to start mastering the ins and outs of playing your Shadow Priest in a PvE environment.
Starting at level 71 you gain access to brand new Hero Talents. This is where you get to pick between Archon or Voidweaver.
How to Gear Up as a Shadow Priest
While gearing these days can seem overwhelming or challenging, there are a few things to remember will make this process a bit less painful. Check out the gearing page to decide what pieces to aim for from various forms of content.
With any gearing setup, if you are looking to optimize your character, you should always ensure you are using the correct consumables, gems, enchants, and more on your Shadow Priest. All the little things can add up to a noticeable difference in damage! The stats page goes over each stat in-depth and why we like (or do not like) each secondary enhancement.
End-Game as a Shadow Priest
Once your character is prepared, you can dive into various forms of end-game content. We have dedicated pages for Raiding, Mythic+, and PvP, depending on what you are interested in. Each one will go over various talents and build changes that are best for that content. Our Raiding, Mythic+, and PvP guides can help you maximize your character for each environment, regardless of your focus on end-game content.
For Season 1 of The War Within we will be diving in to Nerub-ar Palace. Check out the guide below for specific builds and talents for each boss.
Improving as a Shadow Priest
If you are struggling to perform on your Shadow Priest, we have compiled a list of mistakes and how to overcome them on your Shadow Priest, as well as general questions answered on the FAQ page. You can also try simulating your character to make sure you are using the optimal build for your character.
Changelog
- 27 Oct. 2024 (gear page): Remove Burst of Knowledge.
- 22 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Adjust Archon opener to use Halo pre-pull.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (hero talents): Update Hero Talent choice node defaults for 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (Leveling): Reviewed for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (FAQ page): Updated for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (how to improve page): Add log review guide for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (gear page): Updated for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (addons page): Updated for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (enchants page): Reviewed for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (stats page): Reviewed for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Updated for 11.0.5 with more tips and extra information for many fights in Mythic difficulty.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (mythic+ page): Swapped to using Sustained Potency by default for the pause mechanic out of combat for Archon builds.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Reviewed for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (talents page): Swapped to using Sustained Potency by default for the pause mechanic out of combat for Archon builds.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (spells page): Updated for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (easy mode page): Reviewed for Patch 11.0.5.
- 21 Oct. 2024 (this page): Updated for Patch 11.0.5.
- 17 Oct. 2024 (gear page): Fix Mythic+ gear set bug with rings.
- 15 Oct. 2024 (mythic+ page): Remove Phantasm from City of Threads.
- 14 Oct. 2024 (stats page): Update stat suggestions after more testing to be more precise.
- 11 Oct. 2024 (Leveling): Removed Voidwraith for Voidweaver leveling.
- 10 Oct. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Update Voidweaver builds to use Mental Decay and Inescapable Torment in some cases.
- 10 Oct. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update Voidweaver builds.
- 10 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Update Spymaster's Web usage.
- 10 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Add Voidweaver Raid Cleave talent selector.
- 10 Oct. 2024 (talents page): Use Mental Decay for Voidweaver builds and use Inescapable Torment for ST + Crash variant. UFD is now optional for Mythic+.
- 09 Oct. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Swap out Voidwraith for Depth of Shadows for Voidweaver builds.
- 09 Oct. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update Single Target + Shadow Crash Voidweaver build.
- 09 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Update default talents for the Voidweaver Single Target build.
- 09 Oct. 2024 (talents page): Swap out Voidwraith for Depth of Shadows for Voidweaver Raid builds.
- 07 Oct. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Update default build suggestions to include more Voidweaver and add more Voidweaver tips.
- 07 Oct. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update build suggestions after recent hotfixes.
- 07 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Update default talents for Voidweaver.
- 07 Oct. 2024 (talents page): Update talent builds from recent hotfixes.
- 06 Oct. 2024 (hero talents): Update suggestions after recent hotfixes.
- 06 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Update rotation for recent hotfixes.
- 06 Oct. 2024 (easy mode page): Update Voidweaver AoE build to default with Depth of Shadows.
- 06 Oct. 2024 (this page): Updated from recent hotfixes.
- 04 Oct. 2024 (stats page): Update Dungeon Stat suggestions to index for higher key levels.
- 04 Oct. 2024 (rotation page): Remove redundant Shadow Word: Death entry when using Depth of Shadows.
- 01 Oct. 2024 (gear page): Adjust gear setups to include more one handed weapons.
- 01 Oct. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add tip for Mistcaller about using Dodge Ball to kill the adds.
- 30 Sep. 2024 (gear page): Update trinket rankings and add a few extra gear options for BiS lists from dungeons.
- 25 Sep. 2024 (mythic+ page): Give the Hybrid build its own section.
- 22 Sep. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Add Queen Ansurek Guide.
- 19 Sep. 2024 (gear page): Add Candle Confidant.
- 18 Sep. 2024 (addons page): Updated for Patch 11.0.5, removed older macros and added new WeakAuras.
- 18 Sep. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Start week 2 updates.
- 17 Sep. 2024 (gear page): Change fateweaved weapon mention.
- 17 Sep. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Update tips after week 1.
- 17 Sep. 2024 (rotation page): Add section on Idol of Yogg-Saron.
- 16 Sep. 2024 (gear page): Update trinket rankings and mention Fateweaved Needle weapon.
- 16 Sep. 2024 (stats page): Add in specific stat suggestions for Archon and Voidweaver.
- 16 Sep. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update talent sections to be more readable.
- 16 Sep. 2024 (rotation page): Fix a few issues with Devouring Plague priority in the rotation sections, particularly with Voidweaver AoE.
- 16 Sep. 2024 (rotation page): Add new rotational sections to provide more detail on cooldown usage.
- 15 Sep. 2024 (hero talents): Updates after first week of Season 1 to add more details.
- 15 Sep. 2024 (talents page): Refactor talent build section to be easier to use.
- 13 Sep. 2024 (talents page): Update default Delve build to use Archon.
- 12 Sep. 2024 (gear page): Remove Pre-Season BiS list.
- 10 Sep. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Swap to full single target build for Ulgrax.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (hero talents): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (Leveling): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (FAQ page): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (how to improve page): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (simulations page): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (gear page): Increase Mad Queen's Mandate on Raid tier list.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (addons page): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (enchants page): Add note about Hearty Food.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (stats page): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (Nerub-ar Palace page): Guide added.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add variant to Archon M+ build to get more single target.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (rotation page): Add Mind Blast section to rotational notes.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (talents page): Add variant to Archon M+ build to get more single target.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (spells page): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (easy mode page): Reviewed for The War Within Season 1.
- 09 Sep. 2024 (this page): Updated for The War Within Season 1.
- 06 Sep. 2024 (enchants page): Adjust guidance on Epic Gem to include Elusive Blasphemite.
- 05 Sep. 2024 (rotation page): Fix opener sequences for Voidweaver builds and Archon AoE.
- 04 Sep. 2024 (enchants page): Add AoE Weapon enchant option.
- 01 Sep. 2024 (gear page): Remove Binding of Binding from crafting gear suggestions.
- 01 Sep. 2024 (enchants page): Add note about Ring Enchants.
- 31 Aug. 2024 (gear page): Update crafted gear suggestions for Season 1.
- 31 Aug. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update Single Target + Shadow Crash build for Voidweaver and condense Archon into a single build.
- 31 Aug. 2024 (talents page): Update Voidweaver Single Target + Shadow Crash build, add Unfurling Darkness to Delve builds, and consolidate Archon AoE into one build.
- 29 Aug. 2024 (enchants page): Add note about pre-season enchants.
- 25 Aug. 2024 (talents page): Add Delve build and Pre-Season Archon Dungeon variants and adjust percent difference for Archon vs. Voidweaver.
- 23 Aug. 2024 (rotation page): Add Archon High Key M+ build selector
- 22 Aug. 2024 (mythic+ page): Updated page for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (hero talents): Added for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (Leveling): Updated for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (FAQ page): Updated for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (how to improve page): Updated for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (simulations page): Updated link for the sim guide for The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (gear page): Updated for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (addons page): Add new WeakAura links.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (enchants page): Update enchants and consumables for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (stats page): Updated for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (rotation page): Updated rotation for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (talents page): Updated talent builds for the launch The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (spells page): Added entries for Hero Talents.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (easy mode page): Updated builds and rotation for the launch of The War Within.
- 21 Aug. 2024 (this page): Updated for the launch of The War Within.
- 13 Aug. 2024 (MoP Remix): Update talent builds to start using Idol of C'Thun again and adjust for Class Tree changes.
- 13 Aug. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update talent builds to start using Idol of C'Thun again and adjust for Class Tree changes.
- 13 Aug. 2024 (talents page): Update talent builds to start using Idol of C'Thun again and adjust for Class Tree changes.
- 13 Aug. 2024 (easy mode page): Update talent builds to start using Idol of C'Thun again and adjust for Class Tree changes.
- 25 Jul. 2024 (talents page): Update talent builds to not use Idol of C'Thun while it is still bugged.
- 25 Jul. 2024 (easy mode page): Update talent builds to not use Idol of C'Thun while it is still bugged.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (MoP Remix): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (Leveling): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (FAQ page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (how to improve page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (simulations page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (gear page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (addons page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (enchants page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (stats page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (mythic+ page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (rotation page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (talents page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (spells page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (easy mode page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 23 Jul. 2024 (this page): Updated for The War Within pre-patch.
- 07 Jul. 2024 (The War Within): Update from the rename of Void Crash.
- 01 Jul. 2024 (The War Within): Update videos.
- 17 Jun. 2024 (MoP Remix): Correct end-game Mastery value to respect cap of 67%.
- 16 Jun. 2024 (The War Within): Page added.
- 27 May 2024 (MoP Remix): Update Tinker gem rankings and add goals for secondary stats. Change default build for Shadow Crash in raid.
- 20 May 2024 (MoP Remix): Update Tinker gem rankings after recent hotfixes.
- 18 May 2024 (MoP Remix): Update Tinker gem rankings with more options and rank the various Meta gems.
- 17 May 2024 (MoP Remix): Update initial Tinker Gem rankings and adjust build path for Dungeon Build to prioritize Shadow Crash.
- 15 May 2024 (MoP Remix): Page added.
- 15 May 2024 (gear page): Put Call to Suffering in S-tier for Mythic+.
- 13 May 2024 (gear page): Add note about buying defensive trinkets for Mythic+.
- 13 May 2024 (mythic+ page): Add section on gearing defensively for high keys.
- 09 May 2024 (gear page): More info around Vessel and the Fire damage procs and add trinket combination examples for Mythic+.
- 09 May 2024 (mythic+ page): Add note about Mind Control tech on Granyth in Nokhud.
- 09 May 2024 (rotation page): Add option to cancel Mind Flay: Insanity in AoE situations.
- 07 May 2024 (Leveling): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (FAQ page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (how to improve page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (simulations page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (gear page): Updated for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (addons page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (enchants page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (stats page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (mythic+ page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (rotation page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (talents page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (spells page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (easy mode page): Reviewed for 10.2.7.
- 07 May 2024 (this page): Update video to Season 4 playlist.
- 05 May 2024 (gear page): Add more detail around Vessel and swap a few rankings around.
- 02 May 2024 (rotation page): Increase priority of Void Bolt and correct opener from this change.
- 01 May 2024 (gear page): Update ranking of Vessel of Searing Shadows since it can help proc the rings.
- 30 Apr. 2024 (gear page): Add more info on bullion purchases and additional fire damage sources.
- 30 Apr. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add Phantasm suggestion for Uldaman and add note about Maddening Touch usage.
- 30 Apr. 2024 (talents page): Add note about Maddening Touch in the Mythic+ build.
- 29 Apr. 2024 (mythic+ page): Fix bug in switcher for suggesting Purify Disease in Ulda.
- 28 Apr. 2024 (gear page): Add note about on-use trinkets in Mythic+.
- 28 Apr. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add Phantasm for Halls of Infusion.
- 26 Apr. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add Purify Disease and Dominate Mind for Nokhud.
- 26 Apr. 2024 (rotation page): Adjust Mind Flay: Insanity and Mind Spike: Insanity priority in AoE.
- 25 Apr. 2024 (gear page): Add bonus IDs to display crafted gear more clearly and add new video for Bullions and split suggestions for Raid and Mythic+.
- 25 Apr. 2024 (addons page): Adjust plater mod links and add personal profile.
- 25 Apr. 2024 (stats page): Add new video link.
- 25 Apr. 2024 (mythic+ page): Remove Phantasm suggestion for Azure Vault.
- 25 Apr. 2024 (rotation page): Add new video link and clarify Nymue trinket usage with Shadowfiend.
- 25 Apr. 2024 (talents page): Add new talent video.
- 25 Apr. 2024 (easy mode page): Add new video playlist for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (Leveling): Reviewed for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (FAQ page): Reviewed for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (simulations page): Reviewed for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (gear page): Update for Season 4 with new gear suggestions.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (addons page): Update for Season 4, including a new weak aura to track the tier set bonus.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (enchants page): Update leg enchant suggestion and review for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (stats page): Update secondary stat goals for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update builds for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (rotation page): Update rotation for Season 4 with new placeholder builds and options.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (talents page): Update all builds for Season 4 and replace pathing sections with an in-depth Class Talent guide.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (spells page): Updated for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (easy mode page): Update builds for Season 4.
- 22 Apr. 2024 (this page): Update for Season 4.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (Leveling): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (FAQ page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (gear page): Update embellishment guidance for high Mythic+ dungeons.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (addons page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (enchants page): Extra clarification on gem choices.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (stats page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add Holy Nova suggestion for Throne of the Tides and new Mind Control tech for Black Rook Hold and Galakrond's Fall.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (rotation page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (talents page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (spells page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (easy mode page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.6.
- 19 Mar. 2024 (this page): Update changelog for Patch 10.2.6.
- 10 Mar. 2024 (addons page): Update Power Infusion special macro to work outside of raid without someone set.
- 19 Feb. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add Mind Flay Mind's Eye variant for the Ghost Priority build.
- 14 Feb. 2024 (mythic+ page): Fix name in widget for the Ghost build and add direct talent strings for Mind's Eye versions.
- 13 Feb. 2024 (gear page): Update dungeon trinket rankings to match the tier list.
- 13 Feb. 2024 (mythic+ page): Remove mention of Stinger Mind Control in Everbloom.
- 13 Feb. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update default class talents for all builds and update Shadowy Apparitions build to be the Ghost Priority Build version.
- 13 Feb. 2024 (talents page): Update default class talents and utility choices in the Mythic+ build.
- 09 Feb. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add note about Rockspine Stinger Mind Control.
- 08 Feb. 2024 (stats page): Add Versatility video link.
- 08 Feb. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add aoe rotation video link.
- 08 Feb. 2024 (rotation page): Add aoe rotation video link.
- 28 Jan. 2024 (mythic+ page): Suggest Mass Dispel for all Afflicted keys.
- 25 Jan. 2024 (gear page): Increase rank of Balefire Branch and Ashes of the Embersoul in Mythic+ Rankings.
- 21 Jan. 2024 (stats page): Add extra clarity on stacking Versatility.
- 21 Jan. 2024 (mythic+ page): Update Void Eruption Mythic+ build defaults from recent buffs.
- 21 Jan. 2024 (talents page): Update 3-target council build from recent buffs.
- 21 Jan. 2024 (this page): Update from upcoming hotfix buffs to Shadow Priest.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (Leveling): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (FAQ page): Add a new new FAQs for 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (gear page): Clarify usage on Hood of Surging Time in Mythic+.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (addons page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (enchants page): Add alternative Boot enchant for more mobility.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (stats page): Clarify Haste thresholds with Hood of Surging Time and mention the value of Versatility for pushing Mythic+ dungeons.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (mythic+ page): Add video links and a few more WeakAuras.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (rotation page): Reviewed for 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (talents page): Updated for Patch 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (spells page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.5.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (easy mode page): Update default build for Patch 10.2.5 to be more well rounded.
- 15 Jan. 2024 (this page): Update changelog for Patch 10.2.5.
- 02 Jan. 2024 (rotation page): Add more detail around spending stacks of Death's Torment in the tier section.
- 23 Dec. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add build option for dropping Mindbender and Inescapable Torment.
- 20 Dec. 2023 (gear page): Lower Nymue in the trinket rankings for Dungeons.
- 19 Dec. 2023 (gear page): Update gear sets with more Neck options.
- 19 Dec. 2023 (talents page): Remove outdated section and adjust Mind Flay options.
- 18 Dec. 2023 (gear page): Add extra note about Augury of the Primal Flame.
- 18 Dec. 2023 (mythic+ page): Update Mythic+ builds from recent Psychic Link buffs.
- 18 Dec. 2023 (talents page): Add note for loss in ST on the Shadow Crash build.
- 18 Dec. 2023 (talents page): Update flex point talents in default Mythic+ build and update the 3 target council build.
- 13 Dec. 2023 (gear page): Add note about prioritizing helm upgrades for Incandescent Essence.
- 13 Dec. 2023 (enchants page): Add section about Incandescent Essence.
- 13 Dec. 2023 (mythic+ page): Dropped Idol of Y'Shaarj to use Insidious Ire instead for key builds.
- 12 Dec. 2023 (talents page): Update default Mythic+ build to not use Idol of Y'Shaarj.
- 08 Dec. 2023 (mythic+ page): Suggest Mass Dispel by default in Throne of the Tides.
- 03 Dec. 2023 (mythic+ page): Update Dark Ascension Triple Idol build to default to Mind Flay.
- 03 Dec. 2023 (rotation page): Add clarifying note about how the 4pc set bonus works.
- 03 Dec. 2023 (rotation page): Add section on optimizing Idol of Y'Shaarj.
- 03 Dec. 2023 (talents page): Update default Mythic+ build to use Mind Flay.
- 03 Dec. 2023 (spells page): Add more detail about Idol of Y'Shaarj.
- 01 Dec. 2023 (gear page): Add crafted gear widget.
- 01 Dec. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add more info about when to pick which build. Refactor Shadowy Apparitions build to work better with the Season 3 set bonus.
- 01 Dec. 2023 (talents page): Update 3 Target council build to default to Mind Flay.
- 30 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Add trinket tier lists as well as more detailed info on some options.
- 30 Nov. 2023 (addons page): Add a few new WeakAuras and Plater mods.
- 25 Nov. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add more Dispel suggestions to various dungeons.
- 24 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Update trinket and weapon rankings/comments.
- 24 Nov. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add Purify Disease to Atal'Dazar suggestions.
- 24 Nov. 2023 (rotation page): Remove Power Word: Shield action during movement.
- 20 Nov. 2023 (mythic+ page): Change the name of the Season 2 build to the Shadowy Apparitions build and go over use cases.
- 19 Nov. 2023 (rotation page): Add extra SW:D line when only using the 2-piece set bonus.
- 17 Nov. 2023 (mythic+ page): Update Mythic+ builds for Season 3 to be more streamlined.
- 17 Nov. 2023 (talents page): Update builds for 3 target and Mythic+ to be more streamlined.
- 16 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Update note about Ashes trinket.
- 16 Nov. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add Season 2 tier set build to use while gearing up.
- 14 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Add small note about using Iridal in execute.
- 14 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Add link to the trinket video.
- 14 Nov. 2023 (talents page): Add Mind Flay build option to the Single Target + Shadow Crash build.
- 13 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Update trinket suggestions and add more detail about when to use each one.
- 08 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Add link to crafted gear video.
- 07 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Update embellishment suggestions after the Undulating Sporecloak nerf.
- 07 Nov. 2023 (stats page): Add note about Crit/Vers scaling with cantrip items.
- 07 Nov. 2023 (rotation page): Small clarifying update to using Belor'relos, the Suncaller.
- 07 Nov. 2023 (rotation page): Adjust movement GCDs in main rotation priority.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (Leveling): Updated for Patch 10.2 with a new talent build.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (FAQ page): Updated various answers to be more accurate for Patch 10.2.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (gear page): Update gear lists and suggestions for Season 3 and Patch 10.2.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (addons page): Reviewed for Patch 10.2.0.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (enchants page): Update all consumables for Season 3.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (stats page): Updated stat thresholds and goals for Patch 10.2.0.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (mythic+ page): Reorder sections and update information for Season 3 and Patch 10.2.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (rotation page): Updated for Patch 10.2.0 and the new Season 3 set bonus.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (talents page): Update talent builds and suggestions for Patch 10.2 and Season 3.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (spells page): Update spells from changes in Patch 10.2.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (easy mode page): Updated talent build and add rotational goals for Patch 10.2.0.
- 06 Nov. 2023 (this page): Updated changelog for Patch 10.2.0.
- 03 Oct. 2023 (enchants page): Use correct name for the socket item for Season 2.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (Leveling): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (FAQ page): Added a few new FAQ answers from the Priest Discord.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (gear page): Add new gear lists.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (addons page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (enchants page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7
- 04 Sep. 2023 (stats page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (mythic+ page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (rotation page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (talents page): Reorganize headers to be more readable and move talent spell breakdown.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (spells page): Update description of Angel's Mercy from the change in 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (easy mode page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.7.
- 04 Sep. 2023 (this page): Added info on changes for Patch 10.1.7.
- 18 Aug. 2023 (talents page): Correct typo in the description for the Triple Idol Dark Ascension build.
- 13 Aug. 2023 (gear page): Add video link.
- 13 Aug. 2023 (enchants page): Update video link.
- 13 Aug. 2023 (stats page): Add video link.
- 13 Aug. 2023 (mythic+ page): Update video link and clarify differences between triple idol setups.
- 13 Aug. 2023 (rotation page): Update video link.
- 13 Aug. 2023 (talents page): Clarify note on Triple Idol setups in high keys and update video link.
- 13 Aug. 2023 (easy mode page): Update video link.
- 10 Aug. 2023 (gear page): Add note about Irideus Fragment for Dark Ascension builds.
- 10 Aug. 2023 (stats page): Add secondary stat deep dive section for optimizing top end gear.
- 09 Aug. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add more detail on when to pick which build as well as touching up several sections to make things clearer.
- 09 Aug. 2023 (rotation page): Added note to the Dark Ascension opener to make it clearer.
- 09 Aug. 2023 (rotation page): Removed Shadow Word: Death in Void Eruption opener when using Inescapable Torment.
- 08 Aug. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add new section clarifying when to use each dungeon build.
- 08 Aug. 2023 (rotation page): Adjust Dark Ascension opener to account for Distorted Reality.
- 08 Aug. 2023 (talents page): Fix issue where Dark Ascension Single Target build was not using Distorted Reality.
- 08 Aug. 2023 (this page): Update video link.
- 07 Aug. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add new builds from recent hotfix nerfs to various spells.
- 07 Aug. 2023 (talents page): Add new builds from the recent hotfixes.
- 07 Aug. 2023 (this page): Added a changelog from the recent hotfixes to our DoTs, Shadowy Apparitions, and Vampiric Embrace.
- 31 Jul. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add a few missing entries for Mass Dispel use cases.
- 31 Jul. 2023 (talents page): Swap to Distorted Reality by default for the Dark Ascension ST build.
- 26 Jul. 2023 (rotation page): Adjust sections for Divine Star and Mindgames usage to set them at a lower priority.
- 25 Jul. 2023 (talents page): Add Dark Ascension + Shadow Crash build.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (FAQ page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (how to improve page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (simulations page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (gear page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (addons page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (enchants page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (stats page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (mythic+ page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes and mentioned new talent options.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (rotation page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (talents page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes. Noted difference in single target builds.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (spells page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (easy mode page): Reviewed from the recent hotfixes.
- 23 Jul. 2023 (this page): Added a changelog from the recent hotfixes.
- 17 Jul. 2023 (mythic+ page): Refactor to use new talent layout.
- 17 Jul. 2023 (talents page): Refactor to use new talent layout.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (Leveling): Updated for Patch 10.1.5 with new talent strings.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (FAQ page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (gear page): Updates for Patch 10.1.5 including new items from Dawn of the Infinite.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (addons page): Add a new Power Infusion macro.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (enchants page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (stats page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (mythic+ page): Updated talent strings for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (rotation page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.5 and small update to Voidform opener.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (talents page): Update talent strings for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (spells page): Add in references to Benevolence and Essence Devourer talents for Patch 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (easy mode page): Add new talent strings for 10.1.5.
- 10 Jul. 2023 (this page): Updated for Patch 10.1.5 with new changes.
- 28 Jun. 2023 (talents page): Swap out Malediction for Deathspeaker on the Dark Ascension build.
- 27 Jun. 2023 (gear page): Clarify a few choices on trinkets and embellished items.
- 27 Jun. 2023 (enchants page): Adjust wording on Onyx Annulet do not use statement.
- 27 Jun. 2023 (mythic+ page): Adjust builds to include Distorted Reality, Dark Ascension, and Mindbender options.
- 27 Jun. 2023 (rotation page): Rotational updates for Shadow Word: Death depending on talents selected. Clarify some Distorted Reality usage.
- 27 Jun. 2023 (talents page): Add new talent builds from the recent hotfixes.
- 27 Jun. 2023 (easy mode page): Update default build.
- 27 Jun. 2023 (this page): Add note about recent hotfixes to Shadow.
- 23 Jun. 2023 (mythic+ page): Update some figures for Distorted Reality.
- 23 Jun. 2023 (talents page): Adjust notes about Distorted Reality.
- 22 Jun. 2023 (mythic+ page): Correct issue with Mind Flay vs. Mind Spike comparisons.
- 20 Jun. 2023 (mythic+ page): Clarify DR vs. ME and Mind Spike vs. Mind Flay DPS breakdowns.
- 20 Jun. 2023 (rotation page): Update Devouring Plague refreshing details.
- 20 Jun. 2023 (easy mode page): Add clarifying notes about Distorted Reality.
- 16 Jun. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add more detail on why to use Mind Spike in keys.
- 15 Jun. 2023 (rotation page): Clarifying note to Void Torrent around Devouring Plague.
- 07 Jun. 2023 (gear page): Add note about Beacon to the Beyond in Mythic+.
- 07 Jun. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add section on burst damage.
- 06 Jun. 2023 (rotation page): Add note clarifying Void Torrent should always be fully channeled.
- 01 Jun. 2023 (gear page): Clarifying technical note about how the T30 set bonus works and adding rough numbers.
- 01 Jun. 2023 (addons page): Add simple Mass Dispel macro.
- 01 Jun. 2023 (enchants page): Add note about rough value of a socket.
- 01 Jun. 2023 (rotation page): Clarifying note about how the tier set bonus works.
- 01 Jun. 2023 (spells page): Add a bit more detail to Shadow Crash.
- 31 May 2023 (gear page): Add a bit more detail on weapon crafting.
- 30 May 2023 (addons page): Add a few mouseover macros for handling Season 2 affixes.
- 30 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Add a few mouseover macros for handling Season 2 affixes.
- 28 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Remove Purify Disease and Mind Control suggestion for Halls of Infusion.
- 26 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Shuffle sections around and add more detail around defensive usage.
- 26 May 2023 (rotation page): Add a note about tier set optimization in Mythic+.
- 25 May 2023 (stats page): Add extra note about Ominous Chromatic Essence.
- 24 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Remove part of the sample opener in favor of the rotation page.
- 23 May 2023 (gear page): Add timewalking section.
- 23 May 2023 (gear page): Adjust timewalking section from recent changes
- 22 May 2023 (stats page): Add more detail on Haste soft caps.
- 22 May 2023 (mythic+ page): More tips and details for Season 2.
- 22 May 2023 (rotation page): Add more detail on using Halo, Divine Star, and Shadow Crash during pre-pull. Add note about Spoils usage.
- 21 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Add easy way to see utility choices by dungeon and affix.
- 19 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Add Mind Control section for interesting mobs to control.
- 18 May 2023 (rotation page): Correct typo in the intro section.
- 16 May 2023 (gear page): Add bug to Undulating Sporecloak and remove old Neltharion's Lair items.
- 16 May 2023 (gear page): Remove reference to Undulating Sporecloak bug as it was fixed.
- 15 May 2023 (gear page): Correct Undulating Sporecloak info now that it has fixed stats.
- 15 May 2023 (enchants page): Rage Phial has been fixed so adjusting back suggestions and adding belt clasp.
- 06 May 2023 (gear page): Add note about Ominous Chromatic Essence flight choice.
- 06 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Suggest Mass Dispel for Halls of Infusion and add more detail on Mind Flay in Mythic+.
- 05 May 2023 (gear page): Update weapon and trinket rankings from recent changes.
- 05 May 2023 (rotation page): Clarify Shadow Crash usage is only for refreshing DoTs.
- 04 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Add Season 2 dungeon utility section.
- 04 May 2023 (this page): Remove Pending Changes section.
- 03 May 2023 (Leveling): Fix Shadow Crash note before you have Whispering Shadows.
- 03 May 2023 (enchants page): Change default Phial back to Vers with Rage being bugged.
- 03 May 2023 (rotation page): Lower priority for Shadow Word: Death.
- 02 May 2023 (enchants page): Add extra note on Sophic vs. Wafting.
- 02 May 2023 (rotation page): Clarification for Dstar and Halo and expanded on Distorted Reality in Devouring Plague section.
- 02 May 2023 (talents page): Small caveat to the flex points
- 01 May 2023 (Leveling): Update builds for Patch 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (FAQ page): Update FAQs for Patch 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (how to improve page): Updated for Patch 10.1.0 removing references to Surge of Darkness.
- 01 May 2023 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (gear page): Update all gearing suggestions for 10.1 and Season 2.
- 01 May 2023 (enchants page): Change suggested Phials and review other enchants for 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (stats page): Updated stat priority references to bugs that were fixed in 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (mythic+ page): Updated talent builds and suggestions for 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (rotation page): Significant updates to support the 10.1 rework.
- 01 May 2023 (talents page): Update talent builds for the 10.1.0 rework.
- 01 May 2023 (spells page): Updated for new spells in 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (easy mode page): Updated for Patch 10.1.0.
- 01 May 2023 (this page): Updated for patch 10.1.
- 25 Apr. 2023 (addons page): Reviewed for Patch 10.1.
- 23 Mar. 2023 (gear page): Update Onyx Annulet suggestions from recent hotfixes.
- 23 Mar. 2023 (enchants page): Update Onyx Annulet suggestions from recent hotfixes.
- 22 Mar. 2023 (gear page): Update Onyx Annulet suggestions from recent info on Prophetic Twilight Stone interactions.
- 22 Mar. 2023 (enchants page): Update Onyx Annulet suggestions from recent info on Prophetic Twilight Stone interactions.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (Leveling): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (Legendaries): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (FAQ page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (simulations page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (gear page): Update for Patch 10.0.7 with new section on the Onyx Annulet.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (addons page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (enchants page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7 and add info about the Onyx Annulet ring.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (stats page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (mythic+ page): Updated for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (rotation page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (talents page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (spells page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (easy mode page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.7.
- 20 Mar. 2023 (this page): Updated for Patch 10.0.7 and added section for known bugs.
- 05 Mar. 2023 (gear page): Small tweak to Dungeon trinket suggestions.
- 26 Feb. 2023 (mythic+ page): Correct error in Mindgames target cap.
- 25 Feb. 2023 (rotation page): Clarify Void Torrent use in opener.
- 23 Feb. 2023 (rotation page): Fix issue with Void Torrent in single target, should only cast with all 3 DoTs active.
- 22 Feb. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add caveat for using Mind Sear in Mythic+.
- 17 Feb. 2023 (Leveling): Update leveling build from recent balance changes.
- 17 Feb. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add more detail to the example opener.
- 15 Feb. 2023 (enchants page): Clarify gem usage.
- 04 Feb. 2023 (mythic+ page): Adjust single target differences for common builds.
- 04 Feb. 2023 (talents page): Update 2-target build and add a note about VF on single target.
- 03 Feb. 2023 (addons page): Fix issue with Mind Control macro.
- 03 Feb. 2023 (rotation page): Adjust high priority Mind Flay: Insanity action to only use when Void Torrent is not available.
- 02 Feb. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add more uses for Dispel and Mass Dispel.
- 31 Jan. 2023 (rotation page): Correct high priority Mind Flay: Insanity line with Cthun when not taking Mindbender. Condense AoE rotation down to be easier to read.
- 25 Jan. 2023 (Leveling): Update tree for Patch 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (Leveling): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (FAQ page): Add new question for 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (simulations page): Add updated method for Dungeon sims for 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (gear page): Update gear suggestions for 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (addons page): Add a macro for Mind Control and clean up a few others.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (enchants page): Added mention of Haste/Mastery combo gem.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (stats page): Reviewed for Patch 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (mythic+ page): Update talent builds and suggestions for 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (rotation page): Update rotation guide for 10.0.5 with Void Torrent usage.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (talents page): Update talent builds for Patch 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (spells page): Add new talents for 10.0.5.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (easy mode page): Update talents for 10.0.5 builds.
- 24 Jan. 2023 (this page): Reviewed and updated for Patch 10.0.5.
- 15 Jan. 2023 (talents page): Add optional change to the ST + Shadow Crash build and update the 3 target council build.
- 12 Jan. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add Void Tendrils suggestion for Spiteful affix.
- 12 Jan. 2023 (rotation page): Remove Mind Sear usage on single target.
- 11 Jan. 2023 (mythic+ page): Add new talent builds from the recent buffs.
- 11 Jan. 2023 (rotation page): Rotational updates for 10.0.5, mostly formatting changes with some small clarity updates.
- 11 Jan. 2023 (talents page): Update Mythic+ talent builds from the recent changes.
- 04 Jan. 2023 (rotation page): Small clarification on Devouring Plague refresh notes and add some Trinket notes.
- 03 Jan. 2023 (rotation page): Update openers with more detail. Split them out by cooldown to be easier to maintain.
- 01 Jan. 2023 (rotation page): Lower priority on Shadow Word: Death with Inescapable Torment.
- 29 Dec. 2022 (rotation page): Add new logic for Mind Flay: Insanity and change default checkboxes.
- 24 Dec. 2022 (gear page): Add Desperate Invokers Codex trinket.
- 23 Dec. 2022 (mythic+ page): Add more detail to picking between the two talent builds in Mythic+.
- 23 Dec. 2022 (talents page): Update talent builds to account for Screams of the Void bug.
- 21 Dec. 2022 (gear page): Add some more detail to crafted gear sections.
- 21 Dec. 2022 (enchants page): Add extra clarification on when to use Vers phial.
- 21 Dec. 2022 (easy mode page): Update talent suggestions to be simpler to start with.
- 13 Dec. 2022 (gear page): Add video guide for crafted gear and remove note about having different elements in Elemental Lariat.
- 13 Dec. 2022 (talents page): Add alternate ST build that offers more burst.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (Leveling): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (FAQ page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (how to improve page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (simulations page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (gear page): Updated for Season 1 launch.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (addons page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (enchants page): Add note about more Phials that I would not suggest using.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (stats page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (mythic+ page): Add some start of season 1 tips.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (rotation page): Added section discussing Tier 29 set bonus rotational changes.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (talents page): Updated for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (spells page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (easy mode page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 11 Dec. 2022 (this page): Reviewed for Dragonflight Season 1.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (Leveling): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (FAQ page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (how to improve page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (simulations page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (gear page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (addons page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (enchants page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (stats page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (mythic+ page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (rotation page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (talents page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (spells page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (easy mode page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 28 Nov. 2022 (this page): Updated for Dragonflight launch.
- 09 Nov. 2022 (rotation page): Added extra note about Mind Spike vs. Mind Flay with Mind Melt and Idol of C'Thun.
- 08 Nov. 2022 (rotation page): Moved racials out of the rotation into their own section. Fixed opener to be easier to read.
- 07 Nov. 2022 (rotation page): Made some parts of the rotation around Mind Blast easier to read.
- 07 Nov. 2022 (easy mode page): Updated Marileth soulbind calc to remove Dissonant Echoes conduit.
- 05 Nov. 2022 (mythic+ page): Add a section on the Mythic+ opener and easy version of the priority list.
- 05 Nov. 2022 (rotation page): Cleaned up Devouring Plague lines to be more clear.
- 03 Nov. 2022 (rotation page): Updated the rotations filler sections to be clearer. Added a new section on how to use Mind Sear.
- 03 Nov. 2022 (spells page): Included acronyms and commonly used references to spells.
- 02 Nov. 2022 (rotation page): Made it clearer when to use your filler spells with the bottom section.
- 31 Oct. 2022 (mythic+ page): Updated talent builds to no longer suggest Psychic Link and removed Idol-less build.
- 31 Oct. 2022 (talents page): Updated talent builds to no longer suggest Psychic Link and changed default Mythic+ build to Yogg-Saron.
- 31 Oct. 2022 (easy mode page): Updated talent builds to no longer suggest Psychic Link.
- 30 Oct. 2022 (addons page): Added extra movement macro.
- 27 Oct. 2022 (addons page): Updated PI macro and added a new one for talent choice nodes.
- 26 Oct. 2022 (Castle Nathria page): Updated suggested build to use Idol of Y'Shaarj and Talbadar's Stratagem Legendary.
- 26 Oct. 2022 (Sanctum of Domination page): Updated suggested build to use Idol of Y'Shaarj and Talbadar's Stratagem Legendary.
- 26 Oct. 2022 (Sepulcher of the First Ones page): Updated suggested build to use Idol of Y'Shaarj and Talbadar's Stratagem Legendary.
- 26 Oct. 2022 (mythic+ page): Updated builds to pickup Translucent Image.
- 26 Oct. 2022 (rotation page): Added more rotation switches to make things easier to look at.
- 26 Oct. 2022 (talents page): Updated talent builds from recent bug finding for Screams of the Void.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (Leveling): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (Legendaries): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (Torghast): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (Covenants and Soulbinds): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (FAQ page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (how to improve page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (simulations page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (gear page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (addons page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (enchants page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (stats page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (Castle Nathria page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (Sanctum of Domination page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (Sepulcher of the First Ones page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (mythic+ page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (rotation page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (rotation page): Adjusted priority of Shadow Word: Death, Mind Flay, and Mind Spike.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (talents page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (spells page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (easy mode page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 25 Oct. 2022 (this page): Updated for Dragonflight pre-patch.
- 29 Jul. 2022 (Patch 9.2 Analysis): Added changes for 9.2.5 and Season 4.
- 22 Feb. 2022 (Patch 9.2 Analysis): Updated changelog from Pallid Command nerfs.
- 15 Jan. 2022 (Patch 9.2 Analysis): Added Patch 9.2 changes and initial thoughts.
- 01 Nov. 2021 (Patch 9.1 Analysis): Added Patch 9.1.5 changes.
- 13 Jul. 2021 (Patch 9.1 Analysis): Added new hotfixes and remove PTR blurb.
- 06 Jul. 2021 (Patch 9.1 Analysis): Removed Anima Power section.
- 29 Jun. 2021 (Patch 9.1 Analysis): Added all changes with up to date commentary.
- 02 May 2021 (Patch 9.1 Analysis): More PTR changes from the latest build affecting base spells, Legendaries, and Conduits.
- 22 Apr. 2021 (Patch 9.1 Analysis): Added initial content.
- 26 Oct. 2020 (Ny'alotha page): Updated suggestions for Mindbender and Ancient Madness post pre-patch tuning.
- 12 Oct. 2020 (Ny'alotha page): Page updated for the Shadowlands pre-patch.
- 13 Jan. 2020 (Uldir page): This page has been reviewed for Patch 8.3 and no changes are necessary.
- 13 Jan. 2020 (Battle of Dazar'alor page): This page has been reviewed for Patch 8.3 and no changes are necessary.
- 13 Jan. 2020 (Crucible of Storms page): This page has been reviewed for Patch 8.3 and no changes are necessary.
- 13 Jan. 2020 (The Eternal Palace page): This page has been reviewed for Patch 8.3 and no changes are necessary.
- 06 Oct. 2019 (The Eternal Palace page): Added more tips to a few bosses.
- 05 Oct. 2019 (The Eternal Palace page): Added more tips.
- 09 Jul. 2019 (The Eternal Palace page): Guide added.
- 25 Jun. 2019 (Uldir page): This page has been reviewed for the release of Patch 8.2 and no changes are necessary.
- 25 Jun. 2019 (Battle of Dazar'alor page): This page has been reviewed for the release of Patch 8.2 and no changes are necessary.
- 25 Jun. 2019 (Crucible of Storms page): This page has been reviewed for the release of Patch 8.2 and no changes are necessary.
- 11 May 2019 (Crucible of Storms page): Updated talent suggestions and added tips for Uu'nat.
- 14 Apr. 2019 (Uldir page): This page has been reviewed and no changes are necessary for the release of the Crucible of Storms raid.
- 14 Apr. 2019 (Battle of Dazar'alor page): This page has been reviewed and no changes are necessary for the release of the Crucible of Storms raid.
- 14 Apr. 2019 (Crucible of Storms page): Guide added.
- 26 Feb. 2019 (Battle of Dazar'alor page): Updated several talent suggestions and playstyle tips.
- 29 Jan. 2019 (Battle of Dazar'alor page): Added the remaining talent advice and boss tips.
- 24 Jan. 2019 (Battle of Dazar'alor page): Filled in most of the talent advice and boss tips.
- 22 Jan. 2019 (Battle of Dazar'alor page): Added boss tips for Shadow Priest in Battle of Dazar'alor.
- 12 Dec. 2018 (Uldir page): Updated some of the talent recommendations and fight tips.
- 10 Dec. 2018 (Uldir page): Updated for Patch 8.1 changes.
- 04 Oct. 2018 (Uldir page): Updated now that proper conclusions can be drawn based on data.
- 11 Sep. 2018 (Uldir page): Updated after seeing data from the first week of Uldir.
- 05 Sep. 2018 (Uldir page): Restructured playstyle advice and updated talent suggestions.
- 04 Sep. 2018 (Uldir page): Preliminary updated for Uldir launch.
- 09 Aug. 2018 (Uldir page): Removed Legion info and added a placeholder for Uldir.
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