Three Classes

Learn the best three classes for DPS, Tank, and Heal in World of Warcraft: Rogue, Warrior, and Priest, and their associated professions.

In World of Warcraft, characters can fulfill three primary roles: Damage Per Second (DPS), Tank, and Healer. DPS characters include rogues, hunters, casters, and specific talent specializations of other classes. Tanks are typically warriors, paladins, and Death Knights (DKs). Healers are priests, paladins, shamans, or druids.

Playstyles also vary, including Melee (rogue, warrior, paladin, DK, and sometimes Shaman), Caster (mage, warlock, druid, priest, shaman), and Ranged (hunter, any caster). All classes can have a DPS specialization, meaning any class can deal damage.

For players specifically seeking high damage output, a rogue or hunter is recommended. For tanking, a warrior or paladin is suggested. For healing, a priest or druid is a strong choice. While some shadow priests can achieve around 4k DPS, a hunter has been noted to reach 6k DPS.

The recommended best three classes for a versatile experience are:

• DPS: Rogue
• Tank: Warrior
• Heal: Priest

Choosing these three classes not only provides a stable of character styles but also enables the acquisition of three distinct profession types. Your rogue can specialize in leatherworking and skinning. Your warrior can focus on mining and likely jewelcrafting. Your priest can gather herbs and use alchemy. All three can gather materials to sell on the auction house while simultaneously advancing their chosen professions.