Paladin Tank: BiS list
Level 30 (beta)The best gear for a level 30 Paladin in the WoW Forever beta, slot by slot, with stats and a source for every item. Tank list: Stamina first, then Defense, block and Agility. Spell power comes next, for threat: in Forever a paladin's threat is their holy damage.
List for Horde
- This list uses 3 crafting professions: Blacksmithing (Waist, Legs), Engineering (Trinket), Enchanting (Relic). 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 | World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Neck | Souvenir Sea Shelllevel 30+ | Sold by Gezzy Gunkgear in Booty BayRequires Honored with Booty Bay | |
| Shoulder | |||
| Back | World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Chest | Ironspine, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard32.89% in Classic | ||
| Wrist | Quest: The Grave KnightDalaran, Horde, level 24+ | ||
| Hands | Quest: Safety FirstLevel 41 in Classic, level 29+ A chain of ten quests from Pozzik in the Shimmering FlatsBring a group for Foreman Cozzle (level 38) | ||
| Waist | Warder's Beltlevel 30+ | Blacksmithing (150)Only the crafter can wear it. Plans: not needed – Blacksmithing trainers teach the recipe at 150. | |
| Legs | Protector's Silvered Chain Leggingslevel 25+ | Blacksmithing (125)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Feet | Trash mobs, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard0.01% in Classic Trash mobs, Scarlet Monastery: Library0.01% in Classic Trash mobs, Scarlet Monastery: Armory0.01% in Classic + 1 more | ||
| Finger | Quest: Great Friend of the LibraryTwenty books, including the ten for the necklace Trash mobs, Razorfen Kraul0.07% in Classic World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Trinket | Satchel of Potionslevel 1+ | Quest: Changing TastesExcavation Site: Wetlands, Horde, level 24+ | |
| Main Hand | Trash mobs, Blackfathom Deeps0.03% in Classic | ||
| Shield | Quest: Cracking Maury's FootLevel 44 in Classic, level 30+ A chain of four quests from "Sea Wolf" MacKinley in Booty BayElite ogres, level 41–45: bring a group | ||
| Relic | Tenets of the Silver Handlevel 20+ | Enchanting (130)Only the crafter can wear it | – |
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: +5 Stamina | Enchant Boots - Stamina (Enchanting 215)Learned from the trainer. |
| Main Hand | Enchanted: Recovery | Enchant Weapon - Recovery (Enchanting 140)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 45 Merchant's Favor. |
| Shield | Enchanted: Iron Spike (8-12) | Iron Shield Spike (Blacksmithing 125)Plans drop from Sentinel Amarassan (Stonetalon Mountains) and Dark Iron Demolitionist (Wetlands). In Classic the plans are a world drop: mobs of level 21–31 can drop them almost anywhere, most often in the Wetlands, Ashenvale and Duskwood, each at a tiny chance. Not verified in the beta. |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Elixir of Defense | |
| Elixir of Lesser Fortitude | Quest: Stinky's EscapeAlliance, level 37 in Classic, level 30+ + 1 more |
| Giant Clam Scorcho | |
| 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 Stamina 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 | |
| Greater Healing Potion | First Aid (155)Manual: nobody has found it in the beta yet |
| Mana Potion |
List for Alliance
- This list uses 3 crafting professions: Blacksmithing (Waist, Legs), Engineering (Trinket), Enchanting (Relic). 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 | World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Neck | Souvenir Sea Shelllevel 30+ | Sold by Gezzy Gunkgear in Booty BayRequires Honored with Booty Bay | |
| Shoulder | Quest: Heart of DisruptionDalaran, Alliance, level 24+ | ||
| Back | World drop, available on the Auction House | ||
| Chest | Ironspine, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard32.89% in Classic | ||
| Wrist | Quest: Wanted! Otto and FalconcrestAlliance, level 40 in Classic, level 30+ | ||
| Hands | |||
| Waist | Warder's Beltlevel 30+ | Blacksmithing (150)Only the crafter can wear it. Plans: not needed – Blacksmithing trainers teach the recipe at 150. | |
| Legs | Protector's Silvered Chain Leggingslevel 25+ | Blacksmithing (125)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Feet | Trash mobs, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard0.01% in Classic Trash mobs, Scarlet Monastery: Library0.01% in Classic Trash mobs, Scarlet Monastery: Armory0.01% in Classic + 1 more | ||
| Finger | Knucklebound Thimblelevel 1+ | Quest: Past DueScarlet Monastery: Library, Alliance, level 30+ Alliance quest Gleaning Our Future, Wetlands, level 32Elite, level 24+: bring a group | |
| Trinket | |||
| Main Hand | Trash mobs, Blackfathom Deeps0.03% in Classic | ||
| Shield | Quest: Cracking Maury's FootLevel 44 in Classic, level 30+ A chain of four quests from "Sea Wolf" MacKinley in Booty BayElite ogres, level 41–45: bring a group | ||
| Relic | Tenets of the Silver Handlevel 20+ | Enchanting (130)Only the crafter can wear it | – |
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: +5 Stamina | Enchant Boots - Stamina (Enchanting 215)Learned from the trainer. |
| Main Hand | Enchanted: Recovery | Enchant Weapon - Recovery (Enchanting 140)Formula sold by Alynsia (Redridge Mountains) and Beneris (The Barrens) for 45 Merchant's Favor. |
| Shield | Enchanted: Iron Spike (8-12) | Iron Shield Spike (Blacksmithing 125)Plans drop from Sentinel Amarassan (Stonetalon Mountains) and Dark Iron Demolitionist (Wetlands). In Classic the plans are a world drop: mobs of level 21–31 can drop them almost anywhere, most often in the Wetlands, Ashenvale and Duskwood, each at a tiny chance. Not verified in the beta. |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Elixir of Defense | |
| Elixir of Lesser Fortitude | Quest: Stinky's EscapeAlliance, level 37 in Classic, level 30+ + 1 more |
| Giant Clam Scorcho | |
| 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 Stamina 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 | |
| Greater Healing Potion | First Aid (155)Manual: nobody has found it in the beta yet |
| Mana Potion |
Paladin Tank FAQ
What is the BiS weapon for Paladin Tank?
Main Hand: the best choice is Crested Scepter (Trash mobs, Blackfathom Deeps). Good alternatives: Skullbreaker, Royal Diplomatic Scepter, Sword of Hammerfall.
Where do I get the BiS gear for Paladin Tank?
Dungeon loot: 4 of 17 items, for example Reliquary Mantle (Relic Guardian, Excavation Site: Wetlands), Ironspine's Ribcage (Ironspine, Scarlet Monastery: Graveyard). Quest rewards: 5 of 17 items, for example Undead Knight's Bracers (Quest: The Grave Knight), Razzeric's Racing Grips (Quest: Safety First). Crafted: 4 of 17 items, for example Warder's Belt (Blacksmithing (150)), Protector's Silvered Chain Leggings (Blacksmithing (125)). World drops, vendors and other sources: 4 of 17 items.
Which professions do I need for Paladin Tank?
The best choices need 3 crafting professions: Blacksmithing (Waist, Legs), Engineering (Trinket), Enchanting (Relic). You can only learn two, so use the next-best alternative for items from the others.
Which enchants and consumables are worth it for Paladin Tank?
Enchants: Enchanted: +6 Spell Power (Neck), Enchanted: +60 Armor (Back), Enchanted: +8 Stamina (Chest), Enchanted: +5 Stamina (Wrist). Consumables: Elixir of Defense, Elixir of Lesser Fortitude, Giant Clam Scorcho, Rumsey Rum Black Label.
From what level can I wear the BiS items for Paladin Tank?
Items with a known level requirement need level 20 to 30. The earliest you can wear is Tenets of the Silver Hand (from level 20); 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 Paladin Tank. 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.