Paladin Tank: Pre-Raid BiS (Level 60)
level 60Provisional list for level 60 before the first raids, based on our game data (beta): quest rewards, crafting and reputation. Loot from level 60 dungeons isn't included yet because Blizzard hasn't published it. Current list for level 30
Provisional pre-raid gear for a level 60 Paladin in WoW Forever, slot by slot, from quests, reputation and crafting. Tank list: Stamina, armor and defense first, a little spell power boosts threat. Status: based on our game data (beta), values in Forever may still differ. Loot from level 60 dungeons isn't included yet because Blizzard hasn't published it.
List for Horde
- This list uses 3 crafting professions: Blacksmithing (Head, Waist, Legs), Engineering (Shield), 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 | Enriched Thorium Helmlevel 58+ | Blacksmithing (300)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Neck | Amulet of the Darkmoonlevel 60+ | + 1 more | |
| Shoulder | Defiler's Plate Spaulderslevel 60+ | Reputation: The Defilers, Exalted | |
| Back | Shifting Cloaklevel 57+ | + 1 more | |
| Chest | Enchanted Thorium Breastplatelevel 58+ | ||
| Wrist | Quest: Stalwart's BattlegearSilithus, level 60+. One of several rewards to choose from | ||
| Hands | Raider Gauntletslevel 60+ | Reputation: Darkspear Raiders, Exalted | |
| Waist | Warder's Waistguardlevel 50+ | Blacksmithing (250)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Legs | Enriched Thorium Leggingslevel 58+ | Blacksmithing (300)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Feet | Quest: Armaments of WarSilithus, level 58+ | ||
| Finger | Quest: Stalwart's BattlegearSilithus, level 60+. One of several rewards to choose from Quest: Superior Armaments of Battle - Friend of the DawnEastern Plaguelands, level 55+. One of several rewards to choose from Quest: Superior Armaments of Battle - Honored Amongst the DawnEastern Plaguelands, level 55+. One of several rewards to choose from | ||
| Trinket | Darkmoon Card: Heroismlevel 60+ | Quest: Darkmoon Warlords DeckLevel 1+ Quest: The Eye of CommandAlterac Valley, level 51+ | |
| Main Hand | Sagebladelevel 59+ | ||
| Shield | Force Reactive Disklevel 60+ | ||
| Relic | Libram of Invocationlevel 40+ | Enchanting (210)Only the crafter can wear it | – |
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Weapon | Enchant Weapon - Crusader | |
| Chest | Enchant Chest - Greater Stats | |
| Wrist | Enchant Bracer - Superior Stamina | |
| Wrist | Enchant Bracer - Superior Deflection | |
| Hands | Enchant Gloves - Greater Strength | |
| Feet | Enchant Boots - Greater Stamina | |
| Back | Enchant Cloak - Superior Defense | |
| Shield | Enchant Shield - Greater Stamina |
Consumables
List for Alliance
- This list uses 3 crafting professions: Blacksmithing (Head, Waist, Legs), Engineering (Shield), 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
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Weapon | Enchant Weapon - Crusader | |
| Chest | Enchant Chest - Greater Stats | |
| Wrist | Enchant Bracer - Superior Stamina | |
| Wrist | Enchant Bracer - Superior Deflection | |
| Hands | Enchant Gloves - Greater Strength | |
| Feet | Enchant Boots - Greater Stamina | |
| Back | Enchant Cloak - Superior Defense | |
| Shield | Enchant Shield - Greater Stamina |
Consumables
Paladin Tank FAQ
What is the BiS weapon for Paladin Tank?
Main Hand: the best choice is Sageblade (Blacksmithing (300)). Good alternatives: Persuader, Cold Forged Hammer, Annihilator.
Where do I get the BiS gear for Paladin Tank?
Quest rewards: 7 of 17 items, for example Amulet of the Darkmoon (Quest: 1200 Tickets - Amulet of the Darkmoon), Deeprock Bracers (Quest: Stalwart's Battlegear). Crafted: 8 of 17 items, for example Enriched Thorium Helm (Blacksmithing (300)), Shifting Cloak (Leatherworking (300)). World drops, vendors and other sources: 2 of 17 items.
Which professions do I need for Paladin Tank?
The best choices need 3 crafting professions: Blacksmithing (Head, Waist, Legs), Engineering (Shield), 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: Enchant Weapon - Crusader (Weapon), Enchant Chest - Greater Stats (Chest), Enchant Bracer - Superior Stamina (Wrist), Enchant Bracer - Superior Deflection (Wrist). Consumables: Flask of the Titans, Elixir of Greater Defense, Greater Stoneshield Potion, Major Troll's Blood Elixir.
From what level can I wear the BiS items for Paladin Tank?
Items with a known level requirement need level 40 to 60. The earliest you can wear is Libram of Invocation (from level 40); the full list is usable from level 60.
How is this BiS list made?
Each slot shows the strongest item available at level 60, rated by the stats that matter for Paladin Tank. Below it are alternatives in case the best item is hard to get. Where Horde and Alliance differ, the page shows both versions; the answers above refer to the Horde version.
More on Paladin
Character sheet with 3D model and statsTalent build for this specPaladin talent calculatorTier listBiS lists for all classes
Provisional pre-raid list for level 60, based on our game data (beta). Level 60 dungeon loot isn't included yet. A fan project, not affiliated with Blizzard Entertainment.