WoW The War Within Patch 11.1: Dungeon Sets Tier List

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Created - 05.02.2025 Updated - 06.02.2025

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With Undermine(d) set to release soon, it will only be a matter of time before the meta gets shaken up once again. For you dungeon crawlers out there, we’ve got a WoW The War Within Patch 11.1 Dungeon Sets Tier List to help you prepare for the upcoming update.

Finding the best sets for the upcoming dungeons and quests in Undermine(d) is going to be expensive. Make sure to start saving up or buy WoW gold as early as now so that you don’t struggle with farming later.

11.1 Mythic+ Healers

Patch 11.1 is shaking up the Mythic+ healing meta, but if you’ve been paying attention to the high-level keys on the PTR, you might have noticed something very familiar—Discipline Priest is still at the top.

Let’s start with the two most dominant roles in Mythic+: the tank and the healer. When it comes to healing, across dozens of Mythic+ keys, one thing is very clear—Discipline Priest remains the most popular pick.

And here’s the thing: it’s not even because of any major buffs. The spec itself hasn’t changed much—it’s still rolling with Voidweaver, despite the significant incoming nerfs and talent adjustments. Even with Rapture getting removed, multiple talent tweaks, and the tier set changes, Discipline Priest is still the go-to choice for high-level keys.

Across all the Mythic+ runs being tracked in high keys right now, Discipline Priest is the most represented healer. However, it’s important to note that while it’s still dominant, it’s not as overwhelming as it was in Season 1.

• In high keys (12+ in PTR), about 40% of runs include a Discipline Priest.
• This is a drop from Season 1, where Discipline was even more dominant.

What’s more interesting is who’s sitting in second place—Mistweaver Monk has surged into the second most-played healer role.

Now, what makes this shift so interesting? Well, the spec itself hasn’t changed dramatically in terms of playstyle.

• Mistweaver Monk is still using Ancient Teachings for its healing.
• It remains one of the highest damage-dealing healers, second only to Discipline Priest in Mythic+.
• Despite many quality-of-life buffs, the core gameplay loop hasn’t drastically shifted.

Yet, despite not having a major overhaul, Mistweaver Monk has steadily gained ground throughout Dragonflight. Every patch and every fix has slowly improved the spec, and player confidence in it has grown significantly.

Right now, on the PTR, Mistweaver Monk is being played in almost 30% of high-level Mythic+ keys—a massive leap from Season 1, where it was barely seen.

It’s clear that players are giving it a real shot, and so far, it’s proving to be a viable alternative to Discipline.

Beyond Discipline Priest and Mistweaver Monk, the rest of the healers are struggling to find relevance:

• Restoration Druid, Restoration Shaman, and Holy Priest are practically non-existent in high-level keys right now.
• Holy Paladin is slightly more present, but only marginally.
• Preservation Evoker? Completely disappeared.

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The drop in Preservation Evoker’s presence is particularly notable. Much like Devastation Evoker, it continues to suffer due to Augmentation Evoker’s presence in the meta. With Augmentation still a core part of high-level groups, Preservation Evoker just doesn’t have a place right now.

At the very least, things aren’t as one-sided as they were in Season 1, where Discipline Priest reigned supreme with no real challengers. With Mistweaver Monk emerging as a true alternative, the healer meta in 11.1 Mythic+ is looking more balanced—at least for now.

11.1 Mythic+ Tanks

If there's one role in Mythic+ right now that has a clear top pick, it's tanks—and once again, Protection Paladin is leading the charge.

Protection Paladin continues to be the most chosen tank in high-level Mythic+ keys on the PTR, but it’s worth noting that its dominance isn’t as overwhelming as it was in Season 1.

• Right now, about 40% of high-key runs feature a Protection Paladin.
• This is a noticeable drop from its previous Season 1 dominance, but it's still far ahead of any other tank.

You might assume this decline is simply because players are experimenting with different specs on the PTR, but even with that factor in mind, the numbers still tell a story. Protection Paladin remains the most popular choice, but the other tank options are more evenly spread out than what we saw with healers.

Unlike Discipline Priest, which is facing growing competition from Mistweaver Monk, Protection Paladin doesn’t have a single clear rival. Instead, the other tank specs are more evenly distributed, making the overall tank meta more diverse than what we’ve seen in the past.

So, if Protection Paladin is sitting at 40%, what about the other tanks?

• Vengeance Demon Hunter, Blood Death Knight, and Brewmaster Monk are all sitting at about half the play rate of Protection Paladin.
• If you look at five random groups, you’ll likely find two Protection Paladins, one Vengeance Demon Hunter, one Blood Death Knight, and one Brewmaster Monk.
• Protection Warrior and Guardian Druid? Practically non-existent.

The real story here is Guardian Druid’s complete disappearance from high-level keys. While Protection Warrior has seen less play, it’s still present—but Guardian Druids are missing entirely from high-key Mythic+ runs on the PTR.

This trend could indicate a serious issue with Guardian Druids' viability in 11.1. While it’s too early to call it a death sentence, the numbers so far suggest that players aren’t confident in bringing it to high keys.

One of the more interesting shifts in 11.1 is the increase in Vengeance Demon Hunter representation.

Vengeance has received some solid quality-of-life buffs on the PTR, even though the changes weren’t massive.

• Demon Spikes now lasts longer, giving better uptime on active mitigation.
• Cycle of Binding buffs reduce the cooldowns on sigils, adding more utility and control.
• General Demon Hunter improvements make the spec feel smoother overall.

While these changes aren’t a game-breaking rework, they’ve been enough to attract more tanks to try out Vengeance in high keys.

• Right now, in 12-14 key range, Vengeance is being played more than before, showing positive momentum in the tanking scene.

It’s also worth noting that some dungeons on the PTR—like the new Operation: Floodgate dungeon—are being run at higher key levels (14-15) more often than others, which could impact overall tank representation.

Even though Protection Paladin still holds the top spot, the overall tank meta feels more balanced compared to Season 1.

• Protection Paladin is still #1, but its lead has shrunk.
• Vengeance Demon Hunter, Blood Death Knight, and Brewmaster Monk are all viable contenders.
• Protection Warrior is rare, and Guardian Druid is practically missing from high keys.

While it’s still early, these PTR trends suggest that tanking diversity could be improving in 11.1 Mythic+. Whether this holds up when the patch goes live remains to be seen—but for now, tanks have more options than before.

11.1 Mythic+ DPS

For the first time since its introduction, Augmentation Evoker is no longer the dominant force in Mythic+ DPS. After seasons of absolute control, where Augmentation was practically mandatory in high-level keys, the 11.1 PTR tells a different story—and it’s one that some players have been waiting for.

Augmentation Evoker

The first thing we have to address—because let’s be real, this is what everyone wants to know—is whether Augmentation Evoker is still ruling high Mythic+ keys on the PTR.

And, surprisingly? It’s not.

In fact, let’s put this into perspective:

• Augmentation Evoker is not the most played DPS spec in the PTR.
• It’s not even the second most played.
• Not even the third.
• If we combine Fire and Frost Mages into one category? Still not the fourth.

The final ranking? Augmentation Evoker is the fifth most played DPS spec in the PTR. For a spec that has dominated every season since its inception, that’s a massive shift.

Of course, this is PTR data, so some players might argue that the numbers aren’t fully reflective of live gameplay. Maybe people are just testing other specs, maybe Augmentation will bounce back once the patch is out, but the important takeaway here is that its presence is nowhere near as oppressive as it has been in the past.

Now, let’s be clear: this does not mean Augmentation is dead. There are plenty of reasons why we’re seeing fewer Augmentation Evokers on the PTR:

1. Augmentation benefits more from organized groups.
   • Random PTR groups won’t be optimizing Augmentation’s DPS buffs as well as coordinated teams on live servers.
   • In pug groups, Augmentation doesn’t feel as impactful, which could explain why fewer people are running it.
2. The New 11.1 Changes Have Reshaped Augmentation’s Role.
   • In Patch 11.1, Augmentation gains back the 25% increased buff effectiveness outside of a raid for Ebon Might and Prescience.
   • However, Augmentation no longer buffs tanks or healers—it only boosts DPS players.
   • This was one of the biggest concerns with Augmentation’s power in Mythic+, since it previously made tanks tankier and healers stronger. Now? That extra sustain is gone.

The immediate reaction from theorycrafters was interesting. After crunching the numbers, they quickly realized that even with these changes, Augmentation actually does more damage than before.

Yes, you’re losing the defensive and healing boosts, but in terms of raw DPS contribution, Augmentation is technically stronger.

Even with the extra DPS buff, Augmentation is being played far less in high Mythic+ keys.

• Maybe players are just burned out on the spec after seeing it dominate for so long.
• Maybe the meta is shifting, and Augmentation isn’t seen as mandatory anymore.
• Maybe the loss of tank and healer buffs was actually a bigger deal than people initially thought.

Whatever the reason, the PTR numbers don’t lie—Augmentation Evoker is no longer an auto-pick for Mythic+. But if you want to try this awesome build now, Augmentation Evokers are still amazing pre-11.1.

Whether this trend holds once 11.1 goes live is another question entirely, but for now, it seems like the grip of Augmentation Evoker on the Mythic+ scene is loosening—at least for the moment.

Enhancement Shaman

With Augmentation Evoker slipping from its dominant position, the big question is—who’s taking its place?

Well, the answer is clear: Enhancement Shaman.

Unlike Augmentation, which has seen a decline in representation, Enhancement hasn’t moved an inch. It remains one of the most played DPS specs in Mythic+, and if the PTR numbers are anything to go by, its dominance is only solidifying further.

Right now, Enhancement Shaman is showing up in nearly half of all high-level Mythic+ runs.

Let that sink in. For a spec that has always been respected but not always meta, this is a huge deal. Enhancement Shamans are everywhere, and their popularity is holding strong even after multiple changes to their playstyle.

But what’s keeping them at the top? Enhancement Shaman has received a series of adjustments in 11.1, particularly regarding the way it plays Stormbringer builds versus Totemic builds.

Here’s what’s changed:

• Stormbringer remains strong, and many Enhancement Shamans are still running the same build they always have.
• Totemic builds, however, have gained significant buffs, particularly to their fire-based abilities.

And here’s where things get really interesting:

• If you take one high-level Enhancement Shaman, you might find them running Stormbringer in one dungeon.
• That same Shaman, in a similar high-level key, might completely swap over to a Totemic Lava Lash-focused build for a different dungeon.

This kind of build diversity is rare in Mythic+, where specs typically follow one optimal playstyle. But for Enhancement Shamans in 11.1, both builds seem to be viable options depending on the dungeon and encounter.

A lot of the reason Totemic builds are now competitive comes down to several buffs aimed at Enhancement’s fire-based abilities.

• Lava Lash got massive buffs, making it a more potent single-target tool.
• Elemental Carnage improvements made the Totemic playstyle even stronger.
• Even after nerfs, abilities like Lava Lash and Raging Remodial Storm still hit incredibly hard.

The end result? Enhancement Shaman’s single-target damage has actually increased in 11.1, despite some balancing nerfs.

While it’s hard to call any one spec the most powerful on the PTR, Enhancement Shaman is by far the most consistently played.

• Nearly half of high-key Mythic+ groups feature an Enhancement Shaman.
• The spec has two viable builds, offering flexibility in different dungeons.
• Even after nerfs, its damage remains competitive or even stronger than before.

For now, Enhancement Shaman is holding its ground as a top-tier DPS pick in 11.1 Mythic+, showing no signs of fading anytime soon. If you want to max out this build further, make sure to buy World of Warcraft Gold to optimize your gear further.

Balance Druid

As the 11.1 PTR meta continues to take shape, two specs stand out in opposite directions—one rising in popularity, the other falling off the radar.

Balance Druid is still here—and not just present, but thriving in Mythic+.

• Right now, Balance Druids are being played more than Augmentation Evokers.
• They are currently the second most popular DPS spec in high Mythic+ keys, only behind Enhancement Shaman.
• Even with its simple playstyle, damage output—especially in AoE—has skyrocketed, making it a clear top-tier choice.

Now, let’s be real—Balance Druid has never been known for its mechanical complexity. The spec has remained largely the same, and in 11.1, it hasn’t suddenly become more intricate or engaging to play.

But here’s the truth: players don’t care about complexity if the damage is good.

And right now, Balance Druid’s damage in AoE situations is ridiculously high—thanks to Starfall, which is tearing apart Mythic+ pulls like never before.

As long as the numbers stay this way, Balance Druids will continue to be a dominant force in high keys—because at the end of the day, if something does massive damage, players are going to bring it.

Frost Death Knight

In Season 1, Frost DK was sitting comfortably as one of the top DPS picks, right behind Enhancement Shaman and Augmentation Evoker. But in 11.1 PTR, things have changed drastically:

• Only about 10% of high-key runs feature a Frost Death Knight.
• Compare that to the 50% presence of Enhancement Shamans, the 40% of Balance Druids, or even the 35% of Augmentation Evokers still in play.
• Frost DK has plummeted from being a top choice to practically nonexistent.

And if you’re thinking, “Well, maybe all the Frost DK players swapped to Unholy?”—no, they didn’t.

• Unholy DK isn’t showing up in high keys either.
• Both Frost and Unholy are almost completely absent from PTR data.

The question remains—why is Balance Druid soaring while Frost DK is disappearing? We don’t know for sure but at least Unholy Death Knight is still good this season.

• Balance Druid’s AoE damage is insanely strong in 11.1, making it a must-pick for Mythic+.
• Frost DK, on the other hand, hasn’t received significant buffs, and its damage profile isn’t competing with other specs.
• The meta is shifting, and right now, there’s no place for Frost DK in the high-key scene.

Unless something changes before 11.1 goes live, Frost DK might be in serious trouble for the next Mythic+ season, while Balance Druid enjoys a comfortable spot among the top DPS picks.

Marksmanship Hunter

Hunters, particularly Beast Mastery and Marksmanship, have been seeing a significant increase in play on the 11.1 PTR. While they aren’t quite at the level of Enhancement Shaman or Balance Druid, they’ve positioned themselves just below them, sitting right around Augmentation Evoker in play rate.

One of the biggest reasons Hunters are being played more in the PTR is the sheer amount of changes coming to the class.

• Marksmanship Hunter is receiving major changes—far too many to list here, but the reworks have significantly shifted how the spec plays.
• Beast Mastery Hunter has remained one of the most consistently played specs throughout testing, keeping up with the other top specs in high Mythic+ keys.
• Both BM and MM are seeing increased representation, though BM seems to be the stronger choice overall.

While neither spec has overtaken Enhancement Shaman or Balance Druid, BM Hunter is sitting in the same range as Augmentation Evoker, meaning it’s still one of the more popular DPS choices on the PTR.

There are a few reasons why Hunter has seen an uptick in Mythic+ participation:

1. Massive Class Changes
   • The sheer volume of changes to Hunter in 11.1 has drawn a lot of attention.
   • Players are eager to test out the new builds and see if they hold up in high keys.
2. A Shift in the Meta
   • With Frost DK falling off and Augmentation losing its dominance, there’s room for other specs to rise.
   • Balance Druid and Enhancement Shaman have taken the top spots, but BM Hunter is right behind them.
3. Hunter’s Natural Strengths in Mythic+
   • BM Hunter’s mobility and sustained damage profile make it a great pick for Mythic+.
   • The changes to Marksmanship could make it a more viable choice for burst-heavy AoE situations.

While it’s too early to say if Hunter will remain this popular once the patch goes live, it’s clear that players are giving the class another shot in Mythic+.

• Enhancement Shaman and Balance Druid remain the dominant specs.
• BM Hunter is right below them, keeping pace with Augmentation Evoker.
• Marksmanship Hunter has potential, but it depends on how the rework shakes out.

If the Hunter buffs and changes translate well into live Mythic+ gameplay, we could see BM and MM solidify their place in the meta—something the class hasn’t had in a long time.

If you haven’t heard your favorite DPS spec mentioned yet, there’s a reason—it’s because they haven’t been particularly popular on the 11.1 PTR.

While some specs are seeing solid representation in high-level Mythic+, others are barely making a mark. Let’s break it down.

Among the less dominant DPS specs, a few are still managing to secure a spot in the PTR meta:

• Shadow Priest – Around 10-15% of high-key runs included one.
• Retribution Paladin – Similar representation to Shadow Priest.
• Windwalker Monk – Surprisingly, Windwalker is showing up more often than expected, roughly 10% of the time in high keys.

These specs aren’t exactly meta-defining, but they’re not completely absent either. They seem to be hovering around the middle of the pack, not quite on the level of Enhancement Shaman, Balance Druid, or Beast Mastery Hunter, but still viable enough to be considered.

The one real surprise in the PTR so far? Destruction Warlock.

• About 25% of high-key runs had a Destruction Warlock in the group.
• That’s more than most other non-meta DPS specs.
• It’s still behind Augmentation Evoker, Balance Druid, BM Hunter, and Enhancement Shaman, but it’s climbing.

This is especially notable because Destruction Warlock has been nearly non-existent in Season 1 Mythic+.

So why is it suddenly showing up more often?

• The Warlock class, in general, has received buffs, and Destruction seems to be benefiting the most in Mythic+.
• Compared to how little it was played in Season 1, this increase in representation is a big deal.

Another spec showing similar growth is Fire Mage—while not in the top five for play rate, it has been appearing far more often than before.

Looking at the PTR numbers, some trends stand out:

• Vengeance Demon Hunter is being played much more, nearly at the same level as Protection Paladin.
• Destruction Warlock and Fire Mage are showing up way more than expected.
• Balance Druid is overtaking Augmentation Evoker in high keys.

Now, will these trends actually stick when 11.1 goes live?

Maybe. Maybe not. The PTR meta doesn’t always reflect the final Season meta, but the growing popularity of certain specs could mean they are finally breaking into the Mythic+ scene in a way we haven’t seen before.

At the end of the day, everyone just wants their favorite spec to be viable in Mythic+.

• Will Augmentation Evoker finally lose its grip on the meta?
• Will Enhancement Shaman and Balance Druid stay at the top?
• Will Destruction Warlock continue its resurgence?

Ready For Undermine(d)?

If nothing else, the PTR data suggests that we might finally see a more diverse Mythic+ meta—where more than just two or three DPS specs have a real shot at high-level keys. And really, anything that shakes up the stale meta from Season 1 can only be a good thing.

For now, it’s really best to start stocking up on your WoW The War Within currency first so that you’re prepared when the patch finally launches.