Hunter PvE: BiS list
Level 30 (beta)The best gear for a level 30 Hunter in the WoW Forever beta, slot by slot, with stats and a source for every item. PvE list: Bow or gun first, then Agility, well ahead of Intellect: Careful Aim turns each point of Intellect into 1 attack power, while Agility gives 2 plus crit.
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List for Horde
Gear by slot
| Slot | Best choice | Source | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Neck | |||
| Shoulder | World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Back | |||
| Chest | |||
| Wrist | Trash mobs, Uldaman Random suffix, one of 35Search the Auction House for the full name | ||
| Hands | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Waist | Stalker's Leather Beltlevel 30+ | Leatherworking (150)Only the crafter can wear it. Pattern: not needed – Leatherworking trainers teach the recipe at 150. Requires a Tanning Rack. The recipe is a rare drop from Razorclaw the Butcher, Shadowfang Keep. | |
| Legs | Quest: Rig WarsHorde, level 35 in Classic, level 25+ Quest: The Grand BetrayalAlliance, level 35 in Classic, level 25+ The final Gnomeregan quest, for both factionsBring a group for Mekgineer Thermaplugg (level 34) | ||
| Feet | A rare mob in northern Stonetalon Mountains, near the night elvesHorde only: both rare mobs serve Darnassus | ||
| Finger | Bladeheart, the rare wyvern in Thousand NeedlesReported, not verified Ironspine, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard41.99% in Classic | ||
| Trinket | Houndmaster Loksey, Scarlet Monastery: Library25.25% in Classic | ||
| Two-Hand | |||
| Ranged | Quest: Big Game HunterLevel 43 in Classic, level 28+ Big Game Hunter, after Nesingwary's three Mastery chains, Stranglethorn ValeKing Bangalash is a level 43 elite: very hard at level 30 |
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Neck | Enchanted: +5 Agility | Enchant Necklace - Agility (Enchanting 210)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 120 Merchant's Favor. |
| Back | Enchanted: +3 Agility | Enchant Cloak - Minor Agility (Enchanting 110)Formula sold by Dalria (Ashenvale) and Kulwia (Stonetalon Mountains). |
| Chest | Enchanted: +2 All Stats | Enchant Chest - Lesser Stats (Enchanting 200)Learned from the trainer. |
| Wrist | Enchanted: +3 Agility | Enchant Bracer - Minor Agility (Enchanting 80)Learned from the trainer. |
| Hands | Enchanted: +7 Agility | Enchant Gloves - Agility (Enchanting 210)Learned from the trainer. |
| Legs | Enchanted: +6 Attack Power and +24 Armor | Forceful Heavy Armor Kit (Leatherworking 135)Pattern sold by Saenorion (Darnassus) and Mahu (Thunder Bluff). |
| Feet | Enchanted: +4 Agility | Enchant Boots - Lesser Agility (Enchanting 160)Learned from the trainer. |
| Two-Hand | Enchanted: +5 Intellect | Enchant 2H Weapon - Lesser Intellect (Enchanting 100)Formula sold by Tilli Thistlefuzz (Dun Morogh), Kithas (Orgrimmar) and Leo Sarn (Silverpine Forest). |
| Ranged | Enchanted: Scope (+5 Damage) | Deadly Scope (Engineering 210)Schematic sold by Yuka Screwspigot (Burning Steppes) and Knaz Blunderflame (Stranglethorn Vale). |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Elixir of Agility | |
| Hot Wolf Ribs | |
| Scroll of Agility | Sold by Deneb Walker, Arathi HighlandsAlliance, only a few at a time in Classic Sold by Salazar Bloch, UndercityHorde, only a few at a time in Classic |
| Razor Arrow | Sold by Vikki Lonsav, Arathi HighlandsAlliance, in Classic Sold by Graud, Arathi HighlandsHorde, in Classic |
| Solid Shot | Sold by Vikki Lonsav, Arathi HighlandsAlliance, in Classic Sold by Graud, Arathi HighlandsHorde, in Classic |
| Frenzy Potion | |
| Greater Healing Potion | First Aid (155)Manual: nobody has found it in the beta yet |
| Mana Potion |
List for Alliance
Gear by slot
| Slot | Best choice | Source | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Neck | |||
| Shoulder | World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Back | |||
| Chest | |||
| Wrist | Trash mobs, Uldaman Random suffix, one of 35Search the Auction House for the full name | ||
| Hands | Crushridge Warmongers, from Marshal Redpath in SouthshoreTen elite ogres, level 39–40: very hard at level 30 | ||
| Waist | Stalker's Leather Beltlevel 30+ | Leatherworking (150)Only the crafter can wear it. Pattern: not needed – Leatherworking trainers teach the recipe at 150. Requires a Tanning Rack. The recipe is a rare drop from Razorclaw the Butcher, Shadowfang Keep. | |
| Legs | Quest: Rig WarsHorde, level 35 in Classic, level 25+ Quest: The Grand BetrayalAlliance, level 35 in Classic, level 25+ The final Gnomeregan quest, for both factionsBring a group for Mekgineer Thermaplugg (level 34) | ||
| Feet | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Finger | Bladeheart, the rare wyvern in Thousand NeedlesReported, not verified Ironspine, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard41.99% in Classic | ||
| Trinket | Houndmaster Loksey, Scarlet Monastery: Library25.25% in Classic | ||
| Two-Hand | |||
| Ranged | Quest: Big Game HunterLevel 43 in Classic, level 28+ Big Game Hunter, after Nesingwary's three Mastery chains, Stranglethorn ValeKing Bangalash is a level 43 elite: very hard at level 30 |
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Neck | Enchanted: +5 Agility | Enchant Necklace - Agility (Enchanting 210)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 120 Merchant's Favor. |
| Back | Enchanted: +3 Agility | Enchant Cloak - Minor Agility (Enchanting 110)Formula sold by Dalria (Ashenvale) and Kulwia (Stonetalon Mountains). |
| Chest | Enchanted: +2 All Stats | Enchant Chest - Lesser Stats (Enchanting 200)Learned from the trainer. |
| Wrist | Enchanted: +3 Agility | Enchant Bracer - Minor Agility (Enchanting 80)Learned from the trainer. |
| Hands | Enchanted: +7 Agility | Enchant Gloves - Agility (Enchanting 210)Learned from the trainer. |
| Legs | Enchanted: +6 Attack Power and +24 Armor | Forceful Heavy Armor Kit (Leatherworking 135)Pattern sold by Saenorion (Darnassus) and Mahu (Thunder Bluff). |
| Feet | Enchanted: +4 Agility | Enchant Boots - Lesser Agility (Enchanting 160)Learned from the trainer. |
| Two-Hand | Enchanted: +5 Intellect | Enchant 2H Weapon - Lesser Intellect (Enchanting 100)Formula sold by Tilli Thistlefuzz (Dun Morogh), Kithas (Orgrimmar) and Leo Sarn (Silverpine Forest). |
| Ranged | Enchanted: Scope (+5 Damage) | Deadly Scope (Engineering 210)Schematic sold by Yuka Screwspigot (Burning Steppes) and Knaz Blunderflame (Stranglethorn Vale). |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Elixir of Agility | |
| Hot Wolf Ribs | |
| Scroll of Agility | Sold by Deneb Walker, Arathi HighlandsAlliance, only a few at a time in Classic Sold by Salazar Bloch, UndercityHorde, only a few at a time in Classic |
| Razor Arrow | Sold by Vikki Lonsav, Arathi HighlandsAlliance, in Classic Sold by Graud, Arathi HighlandsHorde, in Classic |
| Solid Shot | Sold by Vikki Lonsav, Arathi HighlandsAlliance, in Classic Sold by Graud, Arathi HighlandsHorde, in Classic |
| Frenzy Potion | |
| Greater Healing Potion | First Aid (155)Manual: nobody has found it in the beta yet |
| Mana Potion |
Hunter PvE FAQ
What is the BiS weapon for Hunter PvE?
Ranged: the best choice is Master Hunter's Rifle (Quest: Big Game Hunter). Good alternatives: Quilboar Blaster, Master Hunter's Bow, Glass Shooter.
Where do I get the BiS gear for Hunter PvE?
Dungeon loot: 5 of 16 items, for example Archmagister's Faceted Pendant (Shade of the Archmage, Dalaran), Garb of Florid Feathers (Shadetooth, Excavation Site: Wetlands). Quest rewards: 2 of 16 items, for example Triprunner Dungarees (Quest: Rig Wars), Master Hunter's Rifle (Quest: Big Game Hunter). Crafted: 3 of 16 items, for example Parachute Cloak (Engineering (225)), Stalker's Leather Belt (Leatherworking (150)). World drops, vendors and other sources: 6 of 16 items.
Which professions do I need for Hunter PvE?
For the best choices you need Engineering (Back, Trinket), Leatherworking (Waist).
Which enchants and consumables are worth it for Hunter PvE?
Enchants: Enchanted: +5 Agility (Neck), Enchanted: +3 Agility (Back), Enchanted: +2 All Stats (Chest), Enchanted: +3 Agility (Wrist). Consumables: Elixir of Agility, Hot Wolf Ribs, Scroll of Agility, Razor Arrow.
How is this BiS list made?
Each slot shows the strongest item available at level 30 (beta), rated by the stats that matter for Hunter PvE. Below it are alternatives in case the best item is hard to get. The list is updated continuously whenever stats or loot change. Where Horde and Alliance differ, the page shows both versions; the answers above refer to the Horde version.
More on Hunter
Character sheet with 3D model and statsHunter talent calculatorTier listBiS lists for all classes
Lists reflect beta build 1.60.1 with a level cap of 30. Some items haven't been discovered yet, so the lists will keep changing. A fan project, not affiliated with Blizzard Entertainment.