Understanding the Tier System

Our tier rankings are based on tournament results, top player consensus, and ladder success rates across all skill levels.

S

S Tier

Tournament viable compositions. Dominant in all phases of the game.

A

A Tier

Gladiator capable. Strong in most matchups but may struggle vs specific counters.

B

B Tier

Competitive. Can reach high ratings in skilled hands but has clear weaknesses.

C

C Tier

Niche viability. Requires specific circumstances or exceptional skill.

D

D Tier

Meme tier. For fun only, not recommended for serious climbing.

2v2 Arena Tier List

8 compositions ranked by tournament viability

S

S Tier

(3 comps)

Warr/Druid

Warrior + Restoration Druid

Why S Tier?

Incredible sustain, strong in all phases, tournament viable.

Rogue/Mage

Subtlety Rogue + Frost Mage

Why S Tier?

Highest skill ceiling, can beat any comp when played perfectly.

Lock/Druid

Affliction Warlock + Restoration Druid

Why S Tier?

Attrition masters, extremely difficult to kill.

A

A Tier

(3 comps)

Rogue/Priest

Subtlety Rogue + Discipline Priest

Why A Tier?

Classic combo with strong control and Mana Burn pressure. More forgiving than Rogue/Mage but lower ceiling.

Hunter/Druid

Beast Mastery Hunter + Restoration Druid

Why A Tier?

Kiting composition that controls space and wears down opponents. Excellent vs melee cleaves.

Mage/Priest

Frost Mage + Discipline Priest

Why A Tier?

Control and burn composition. Combines Mage CC with Priest Mana Burn for slow, methodical wins.

B

B Tier

(2 comps)

Warr/Pala

Arms Warrior + Holy Paladin

Why B Tier?

Solid but limited composition. Strong defensives but lacks the CC of Warrior/Druid.

Lock/Sham

Affliction Warlock + Restoration Shaman

Why B Tier?

Defensive rot comp with strong utility. Struggles against mobile teams.

3v3 Arena Tier List

11 compositions ranked by tournament viability

S

S Tier

(3 comps)

RMP

Rogue + Mage + Priest

Why S Tier?

Triple threat: CC, burst, and control. The classic 3v3 comp.

WLD

Warrior + Warlock + Druid

Why S Tier?

DoT pressure machine, outlasts most compositions.

RLS

Rogue + Warlock + Shaman

Why S Tier?

Incredible CC chains and crowd control.

A

A Tier

(6 comps)

MLD

Mage + Warlock + Druid

Why A Tier?

Double caster rot comp. Huge spread pressure with Mage/Lock damage and Druid healing.

RRP

Rogue + Rogue + Priest

Why A Tier?

Double Rogue burst comp. Overwhelms with coordinated openers and stun locks.

WHD

Warrior + Hunter + Druid

Why A Tier?

Physical damage cleave with strong control. Mortal Strike + Hunter burst = fast kills.

Double War

Double Arms Warrior + Holy Paladin

Why A Tier?

The ultimate cleave comp. Two Mortal Strike debuffs make healing nearly impossible.

MLP

Mage + Warlock + Priest

Why A Tier?

Triple caster control comp. Poly, Fear, and Psychic Scream are all different DR categories.

PHD

Shadow Priest + Hunter + Resto Druid

Why A Tier?

The ultimate mana drain composition. Mana Burn + Viper Sting guarantees healer OOM.

B

B Tier

(2 comps)

WMP

Warrior + Mage + Paladin

Why B Tier?

Mixed cleave with strong CC but limited synergy. Relies on landing kill setups.

TSG

Warrior + Paladin + Death Knight (or Hunter)

Why B Tier?

In TBC, this is typically Warrior + Hunter + Paladin. A straightforward melee cleave.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best 2v2 comp in TBC?

Warrior/Druid is considered the strongest 2v2 composition due to its incredible sustain, Mortal Strike pressure, and versatility against all matchups.

What is the best 3v3 comp in TBC?

RMP (Rogue/Mage/Priest) is the premier 3v3 composition, offering unmatched CC potential and burst damage when played at high skill levels.

How accurate is this tier list?

This tier list is based on tournament results, top player consensus, and ladder statistics from TBC Classic. Rankings reflect both potential and practical viability.

Should I only play S-tier compositions?

Not necessarily. A-tier and B-tier compositions can be very successful, especially if you enjoy their playstyle. Personal skill and team coordination matter more than tier rankings.

Do composition tiers change between seasons?

Yes, balance changes and new gear can affect composition viability. However, the core S-tier compositions tend to remain strong throughout TBC Classic.

Tier List Methodology

πŸ† Tournament Results

Analysis of composition performance in major TBC Classic tournaments and gladiator-level matches.

πŸ“Š Ladder Statistics

Success rates and representation at different rating brackets from 1500 to 3000+.

πŸ‘₯ Expert Consensus

Input from rank 1 players, tournament champions, and top arena coaches across all regions.

πŸ”„ Regular Updates

Tier list is updated with each season and major balance changes to maintain accuracy.