Shaman Elemental PvE: BiS list
Level 30 (beta)The best gear for a level 30 Shaman in the WoW Forever beta, slot by slot, with stats and a source for every item. Elemental PvE list: Nature damage and spell power, for Lightning Bolt, then hit chance.
List for Horde
Gear by slot
| Slot | Best choice | Source | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | |||
| Neck | Blind Hunter, Razorfen Kraul27.15% in Classic | ||
| Shoulder | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Back | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 41 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Chest | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| 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 | Aku'mai, Blackfathom Deeps38.59% in Classic | ||
| Legs | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| 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 | Quest: Great Friend of the LibraryTwenty books, including the ten for the necklace Quest: Jarl Needs a BladeLevel 35 in Classic, level 30+ | ||
| Trinket | Satchel of Potionslevel 1+ | Quest: Changing TastesExcavation Site: Wetlands, Horde, level 24+ | |
| Two-Hand | |||
| Main Hand | Lightning's Grasplevel 1+ | Shaman quest The Tempest's Weapons, level 30+Choice of three weapons, at the end of a shaman quest chain | |
| Shield | |||
| Relic | Polished Driftwood Iconlevel 20+ | Enchanting (130)Only the crafter can wear it |
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: +2 All Stats | Enchant Chest - Lesser Stats (Enchanting 200)Learned from the trainer. |
| Wrist | Enchanted: +5 Intellect | Enchant Bracer - Lesser Intellect (Enchanting 150)Learned from the trainer. |
| Hands, Legs | Enchanted: +4 Spell Power and +24 Armor | Mystic Heavy Armor Kit (Leatherworking 135)Pattern sold by Saenorion (Darnassus) and Mahu (Thunder Bluff). |
| 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. |
| Shield | Enchanted: +5 Stamina | Enchant Shield - Lesser Stamina (Enchanting 155)Learned from the trainer. |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Lesser Arcane Elixir | |
| Lesser Mageblood Elixir | |
| Sagefish Delight | |
| 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 | |
| Spellblasting Potion | |
| Mana Potion |
List for Alliance
Gear by slot
| Slot | Best choice | Source | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | |||
| Neck | Blind Hunter, Razorfen Kraul27.15% in Classic | ||
| Shoulder | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Back | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 41 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| Chest | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| 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 | Aku'mai, Blackfathom Deeps38.59% in Classic | ||
| Legs | World drop, available on the Auction HouseDrops with one of 36 random suffixes, each with its own stats: search for the full name | ||
| 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 | Quest: Great Friend of the LibraryTwenty books, including the ten for the necklace Quest: The Legend of StalvanAlliance, level 35 in Classic, level 22+ | ||
| Trinket | Houndmaster Loksey, Scarlet Monastery: Library25.25% in Classic | ||
| Two-Hand | Alliance quest Stopping the Cycle, Wetlands, level 34Elite, level 24+: bring a group | ||
| Main Hand | Lightning's Grasplevel 1+ | Shaman quest The Tempest's Weapons, level 30+Choice of three weapons, at the end of a shaman quest chain | |
| Shield | |||
| Relic | Polished Driftwood Iconlevel 20+ | Enchanting (130)Only the crafter can wear it | – |
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: +2 All Stats | Enchant Chest - Lesser Stats (Enchanting 200)Learned from the trainer. |
| Wrist | Enchanted: +5 Intellect | Enchant Bracer - Lesser Intellect (Enchanting 150)Learned from the trainer. |
| Hands, Legs | Enchanted: +4 Spell Power and +24 Armor | Mystic Heavy Armor Kit (Leatherworking 135)Pattern sold by Saenorion (Darnassus) and Mahu (Thunder Bluff). |
| 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. |
| Shield | Enchanted: +5 Stamina | Enchant Shield - Lesser Stamina (Enchanting 155)Learned from the trainer. |
Consumables
| Item | Source |
|---|---|
| Lesser Arcane Elixir | |
| Lesser Mageblood Elixir | |
| Sagefish Delight | |
| 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 | |
| Spellblasting Potion | |
| Mana Potion |
Shaman Elemental PvE FAQ
What is the BiS weapon for Shaman Elemental PvE?
Two-Hand: the best choice is Spine of the Devourer (Mana Devourer, Dalaran). Good alternatives: Hydrocane, Glimmering Staff, Soulstaff.
Where do I get the BiS gear for Shaman Elemental PvE?
Dungeon loot: 3 of 18 items, for example Moss Cinch (Aku'mai, Blackfathom Deeps), Spine of the Devourer (Mana Devourer, Dalaran). Quest rewards: 4 of 18 items, for example Philanthropist's Ring (Quest: Great Friend of the Library), Reedknot Ring (Quest: Jarl Needs a Blade). Crafted: 3 of 18 items, for example Spellpower Goggles Xtreme (Engineering (225)), Minor Recombobulator (Engineering (140)). World drops, vendors and other sources: 8 of 18 items.
Which professions do I need for Shaman Elemental PvE?
For the best choices you need Engineering (Head, Trinket), Enchanting (Relic).
Which enchants and consumables are worth it for Shaman Elemental PvE?
Enchants: Enchanted: +6 Spell Power (Neck), Enchanted: +60 Armor (Back), Enchanted: +2 All Stats (Chest), Enchanted: +5 Intellect (Wrist). Consumables: Lesser Arcane Elixir, Lesser Mageblood Elixir, Sagefish Delight, Scroll of Intellect II.
How is this BiS list made?
Each slot shows the strongest item available at level 30 (beta), rated by the stats that matter for Shaman Elemental 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 Shaman
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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.