Mage Frost PvP: BiS list
Level 30 (beta)The best gear for a level 30 Mage in the WoW Forever beta, with stats and a source for every item. Stamina first, then frost damage and spell power, with Intellect close behind: in a long duel you run out of mana. The $100,000 duel tournament (October 17 and 18) is played at level 30.
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List for Horde
- This list uses 3 crafting professions: Tailoring (Head, Chest, Waist, Legs, Feet), Engineering (Trinket), Enchanting (Two-Hand). You can only learn two, so pick two and use the next-best alternative for items from the others.
The list itself stays as is, so you can still see the strongest item for each slot.
Gear by slot
| Slot | Best choice | Source | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Filigreed Silky Circletlevel 25+ | Tailoring (125)Only the crafter can wear it. Pattern drops in Gnomeregan, Blackfathom Deeps, Razorfen Kraul, The Stockade, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard. | |
| Neck | Souvenir Sea Shelllevel 30+ | Sold by Gezzy Gunkgear in Booty BayRequires Honored with Booty Bay | |
| Shoulder | Quest: A Vengeful FateHorde, level 34 in Classic, level 29+ Quest: The Crone of the KraulAlliance, level 34 in Classic, level 29+ | ||
| Back | Strahnbrad Mystery, a quest in the Alterac MountainsQuest giver not known yet | ||
| Chest | Silky Gownlevel 22+ | Tailoring (110)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Wrist | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 24 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Hands | |||
| Waist | Silky Sashlevel 17+ | Tailoring (85)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Legs | Silky Leggingslevel 25+ | Tailoring (125)Only the crafter can wear it. Requires a Spinning Wheel. The recipe drops from Unstable Sentinel, Dalaran. | |
| Feet | Frothing Slipperslevel 30+ | Tailoring (140)Only the crafter can wear it. Pattern: not needed – Tailoring trainers teach the recipe at 140. Requires a Spinning Wheel. The recipe drops from Unstable Sentinel, Dalaran. | |
| Finger | Trash mobs, Razorfen Kraul0.07% in Classic World drop, available on the Auction House Quest: Service to the HordeHorde, level 45 in Classic, level 30+ A chain of six Horde quests at Swamplight Manor in Dustwallow MarshBring a group for the Mudrock turtles (level 39–44) | ||
| Trinket | |||
| Two-Hand | Glimmering Stafflevel 25+ | Enchanting (140)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Main Hand | Agathelos the Raging, Razorfen Kraul33.54% in Classic | ||
| Held In Off-hand | |||
| Ranged | Quest: Mage's WandLevel 40 in Classic, level 30+ Mage's Wand, a mage quest chain in Dustwallow MarshA book in the Scarlet Monastery: bring a group |
Two-hander or main hand + off hand: go with whichever combination has better stats.
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Neck | Enchanted: +6 Spell Power | Enchant Necklace - Spell Power (Enchanting 210)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 120 Merchant's Favor. |
| Back | Enchanted: +60 Armor | Enchant Cloak - Greater Defense (Enchanting 205)Learned from the trainer. |
| Chest | Enchanted: +8 Stamina | Enchant Chest - Superior Stamina (Enchanting 220)Learned from the trainer. |
| Wrist | Enchanted: +5 Stamina | Enchant Bracer - Stamina (Enchanting 170)Learned from the trainer. |
| Hands | Enchanted: +3 Stamina and +24 Armor | Heavy Armor Kit (Leatherworking 150)Learned from the trainer. |
| Legs | Enchanted: +4 Stamina and +32 Armor | Thick Armor Kit (Leatherworking 200)Learned from the trainer. |
| Feet | Enchanted: Minor Speed Increase | Enchant Boots - Minor Speed (Enchanting 225)Learned from the trainer. |
| Two-Hand, Main Hand | Enchanted: Revelation | Enchant Weapon - Revelation (Enchanting 140)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 45 Merchant's Favor. The proc rate isn't in any game file, and nobody has measured it yet. For a one-handed weapon there's nothing else at this skill level, and on a staff, players who run it prefer it over the 5 Intellect the staff would otherwise get. |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Lesser Arcane Elixir | |
| Elixir of Lesser Fortitude | Quest: Stinky's EscapeAlliance, level 37 in Classic, level 30+ + 1 more |
| Sagefish Delight | |
| Rumsey Rum Black Label | Fishing in Stranglethorn Vale, Alterac Mountains or TanarisAbout 1 in 40 catches in Stranglethorn Vale (Classic) |
| Rumsey Rum Light | Quest: Soggy BusinessComfortable Bedroll quest chain, level 14+, both factions |
| Scroll of Intellect II | Sold by Adair Gilroy, Stormwind CityAlliance, only a few at a time in Classic Sold by Salazar Bloch, UndercityHorde, only a few at a time in Classic |
| Lesser Wizard Oil | |
| Free Action Potion | |
| Spellblasting Potion | |
| Mana Potion | |
| Spinnenschwarm | Creepthess, the rare spider in Hillsbrad FoothillsReported, not verified |
| Magic Dust | Loot from the dust devils in WestfallAbout every 5th kill (Classic) |
| Potion of Poison Cleansing |
List for Alliance
- This list uses 3 crafting professions: Tailoring (Head, Chest, Waist, Legs, Feet), Engineering (Trinket), Enchanting (Two-Hand). You can only learn two, so pick two and use the next-best alternative for items from the others.
The list itself stays as is, so you can still see the strongest item for each slot.
Gear by slot
| Slot | Best choice | Source | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Filigreed Silky Circletlevel 25+ | Tailoring (125)Only the crafter can wear it. Pattern drops in Gnomeregan, Blackfathom Deeps, Razorfen Kraul, The Stockade, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard. | |
| Neck | Souvenir Sea Shelllevel 30+ | Sold by Gezzy Gunkgear in Booty BayRequires Honored with Booty Bay | |
| Shoulder | Quest: A Vengeful FateHorde, level 34 in Classic, level 29+ Quest: The Crone of the KraulAlliance, level 34 in Classic, level 29+ | ||
| Back | Strahnbrad Mystery, a quest in the Alterac MountainsQuest giver not known yet | ||
| Chest | Silky Gownlevel 22+ | Tailoring (110)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Wrist | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 24 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Hands | |||
| Waist | Silky Sashlevel 17+ | Tailoring (85)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Legs | Silky Leggingslevel 25+ | Tailoring (125)Only the crafter can wear it. Requires a Spinning Wheel. The recipe drops from Unstable Sentinel, Dalaran. | |
| Feet | Frothing Slipperslevel 30+ | Tailoring (140)Only the crafter can wear it. Pattern: not needed – Tailoring trainers teach the recipe at 140. Requires a Spinning Wheel. The recipe drops from Unstable Sentinel, Dalaran. | |
| Finger | Alliance quest Gleaning Our Future, Wetlands, level 32Elite, level 24+: bring a group Trash mobs, Razorfen Kraul0.07% in Classic World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Trinket | |||
| Two-Hand | Glimmering Stafflevel 25+ | Enchanting (140)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Main Hand | Agathelos the Raging, Razorfen Kraul33.54% in Classic | ||
| Held In Off-hand | |||
| Ranged | Quest: Mage's WandLevel 40 in Classic, level 30+ Mage's Wand, a mage quest chain in Dustwallow MarshA book in the Scarlet Monastery: bring a group |
Two-hander or main hand + off hand: go with whichever combination has better stats.
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Neck | Enchanted: +6 Spell Power | Enchant Necklace - Spell Power (Enchanting 210)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 120 Merchant's Favor. |
| Back | Enchanted: +60 Armor | Enchant Cloak - Greater Defense (Enchanting 205)Learned from the trainer. |
| Chest | Enchanted: +8 Stamina | Enchant Chest - Superior Stamina (Enchanting 220)Learned from the trainer. |
| Wrist | Enchanted: +5 Stamina | Enchant Bracer - Stamina (Enchanting 170)Learned from the trainer. |
| Hands | Enchanted: +3 Stamina and +24 Armor | Heavy Armor Kit (Leatherworking 150)Learned from the trainer. |
| Legs | Enchanted: +4 Stamina and +32 Armor | Thick Armor Kit (Leatherworking 200)Learned from the trainer. |
| Feet | Enchanted: Minor Speed Increase | Enchant Boots - Minor Speed (Enchanting 225)Learned from the trainer. |
| Two-Hand, Main Hand | Enchanted: Revelation | Enchant Weapon - Revelation (Enchanting 140)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 45 Merchant's Favor. The proc rate isn't in any game file, and nobody has measured it yet. For a one-handed weapon there's nothing else at this skill level, and on a staff, players who run it prefer it over the 5 Intellect the staff would otherwise get. |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Lesser Arcane Elixir | |
| Elixir of Lesser Fortitude | Quest: Stinky's EscapeAlliance, level 37 in Classic, level 30+ + 1 more |
| Sagefish Delight | |
| Rumsey Rum Black Label | Fishing in Stranglethorn Vale, Alterac Mountains or TanarisAbout 1 in 40 catches in Stranglethorn Vale (Classic) |
| Rumsey Rum Light | Quest: Soggy BusinessComfortable Bedroll quest chain, level 14+, both factions |
| Scroll of Intellect II | Sold by Adair Gilroy, Stormwind CityAlliance, only a few at a time in Classic Sold by Salazar Bloch, UndercityHorde, only a few at a time in Classic |
| Lesser Wizard Oil | |
| Free Action Potion | |
| Spellblasting Potion | |
| Mana Potion | |
| Spinnenschwarm | Creepthess, the rare spider in Hillsbrad FoothillsReported, not verified |
| Magic Dust | Loot from the dust devils in WestfallAbout every 5th kill (Classic) |
| Potion of Poison Cleansing |
Mage Frost PvP FAQ
What is the BiS weapon for Mage Frost PvP?
Two-Hand: the best choice is Glimmering Staff (Enchanting (140)). Good alternatives: Death Prophet Spine, Spine of the Devourer, Soulstaff.
Where do I get the BiS gear for Mage Frost PvP?
Dungeon loot: 3 of 18 items, for example Ephemeral Grips (Arcane Anomaly, Dalaran), Swinetusk Shank (Agathelos the Raging, Razorfen Kraul). Quest rewards: 4 of 18 items, for example Berylline Pads (Quest: A Vengeful Fate), Brilliant Cloak (Strahnbrad Mystery, a quest in the Alterac Mountains). Crafted: 8 of 18 items, for example Filigreed Silky Circlet (Tailoring (125)), Silky Gown (Tailoring (110)). World drops, vendors and other sources: 3 of 18 items.
Which professions do I need for Mage Frost PvP?
The best choices need 3 crafting professions: Tailoring (Head, Chest, Waist, Legs, Feet), Engineering (Trinket), Enchanting (Two-Hand). You can only learn two, so use the next-best alternative for items from the others.
Which enchants and consumables are worth it for Mage Frost PvP?
Enchants: Enchanted: +6 Spell Power (Neck), Enchanted: +60 Armor (Back), Enchanted: +8 Stamina (Chest), Enchanted: +5 Stamina (Wrist). Consumables: Lesser Arcane Elixir, Elixir of Lesser Fortitude, Sagefish Delight, Rumsey Rum Black Label.
From what level can I wear the BiS items for Mage Frost PvP?
Items with a known level requirement need level 17 to 30. The earliest you can wear is Silky Sash (from level 17); the full list is usable from level 30.
How is this BiS list made?
Each slot shows the strongest item available at level 30 (beta), rated by the stats that matter for Mage Frost PvP. 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.
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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.