Shaman Elemental PvE: 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 Shaman in WoW Forever, slot by slot, from quests, reputation and crafting. Elemental PvE list: Spell power and damage of your own school first, then critical strikes, hit chance and intellect. 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
Gear by slot
Two-hander or main hand + off hand: go with whichever combination has better stats.
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Weapon | Enchant Weapon - Mighty Intellect | |
| Two-Hand | Enchant 2H Weapon - Major Intellect | |
| Chest | Enchant Chest - Greater Stats | |
| Wrist | Enchant Bracer - Spell Power | |
| Feet | Enchant Boots - Greater Stamina | |
| Back | Enchant Cloak - Greater Resistance | |
| Off Hand | Enchant Off-Hand - Superior Intellect |
Consumables
List for Alliance
Gear by slot
| Slot | Best choice | Source | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head | Blue Dragonscale Helmlevel 56+ | ||
| Neck | Orb of the Darkmoonlevel 60+ | ||
| Shoulder | Mantle of the Timbermawlevel 56+ | ||
| Back | Runecloth Cloaklevel 48+ | ||
| Chest | Quest: Veteran's BattlegearSilithus, level 60+. One of several rewards to choose from | ||
| Wrist | Quest: Stalwart's BattlegearSilithus, level 60+. One of several rewards to choose from | ||
| Hands | Storm Gauntletslevel 54+ | ||
| Waist | Belt of the Archmagelevel 57+ | ||
| Legs | Ironfeather Leggingslevel 56+ | ||
| Feet | Quest: Armaments of WarSilithus, level 58+ | ||
| Finger | Quest: Veteran'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: Blue Dragonlevel 60+ Frozen Heart of the Mountainlevel 50+ | Quest: Darkmoon Beast DeckLevel 1+ Enchanting (275)Only the crafter can wear it | |
| Two-Hand | Ironbark Stafflevel 55+ | Reputation: The League of Arathor, Exalted | |
| Main Hand | Sageclawlevel 55+ | Reputation: The League of Arathor, Exalted | |
| Shield | Quest: The Scarlet Oracle, DemetriaHorde, Eastern Plaguelands, level 56+. One of several rewards to choose from Quest: Order Must Be RestoredAlliance, Eastern Plaguelands, level 56+. One of several rewards to choose from | ||
| Relic | Totem of Ancestral Protectionlevel 40+ | Enchanting (210)Only the crafter can wear it | – |
Two-hander or main hand + off hand: go with whichever combination has better stats.
Enchants
| Slot | Enchant | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Weapon | Enchant Weapon - Mighty Intellect | |
| Two-Hand | Enchant 2H Weapon - Major Intellect | |
| Chest | Enchant Chest - Greater Stats | |
| Wrist | Enchant Bracer - Spell Power | |
| Feet | Enchant Boots - Greater Stamina | |
| Back | Enchant Cloak - Greater Resistance | |
| Off Hand | Enchant Off-Hand - Superior Intellect |
Consumables
Shaman Elemental PvE FAQ
What is the BiS weapon for Shaman Elemental PvE?
Two-Hand: the best choice is Radiant Staff (Enchanting (220)). Good alternatives: Corrupted Blackwood Staff, Sarah's Guide, Fist of Cenarius.
Where do I get the BiS gear for Shaman Elemental PvE?
Quest rewards: 9 of 18 items, for example Orb of the Darkmoon (Quest: 1200 Tickets - Orb of the Darkmoon), Deep Woodlands Cloak (Quest: Wanted: Vile Priestess Hexx and Her Minions). Crafted: 8 of 18 items, for example Blue Dragonscale Helm (Leatherworking (300)), Mantle of the Timbermaw (Tailoring (290)). World drops, vendors and other sources: 1 of 18 items.
Which professions do I need for Shaman Elemental PvE?
For the best choices you need Enchanting (Trinket, Two-Hand, Relic).
Which enchants and consumables are worth it for Shaman Elemental PvE?
Enchants: Enchant Weapon - Mighty Intellect (Weapon), Enchant 2H Weapon - Major Intellect (Two-Hand), Enchant Chest - Greater Stats (Chest), Enchant Bracer - Spell Power (Wrist). Consumables: Flask of Supreme Power, Greater Arcane Elixir, Mageblood Elixir, Major Mana Potion.
From what level can I wear the BiS items for Shaman Elemental PvE?
Items with a known level requirement need level 40 to 60. The earliest you can wear is Totem of Ancestral Protection (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 Shaman Elemental PvE. 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 Shaman
Character sheet with 3D model and statsTalent build for this specShaman 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.