Holy Paladin 2v2 PvP Guide

Meta Analysis

This build is based on 50 of the highest-rated Holy Paladin players in 2v2, rated between 1,926 and 2,303.

Holy Paladins do well into Unholy Death Knights (58.0%), Windwalker Monks (54.5%), and Subtlety Rogues (59.0%), but struggle against Affliction Warlocks (47.3%), Devourer Demon Hunters (48.0%), and Arms Warriors (49.6%).

This data updates as the meta shifts throughout the season.

Races & Racials

Human is the most popular race for Holy Paladin at 72%, followed by Blood Elf (10%) and Dark Iron Dwarf (8%).

Human at 72% usage is a clear favorite, largely thanks to Will to Survive, which removes all stun effects, acting as a PvP trinket on a 3-minute cooldown.

Blood Elf players bring Arcane Torrent, which removes 1 beneficial effect from all enemies within 8 yards as an AoE purge.

Gear Strategy

The preferred secondary stats are Versatility and Mastery, with Haste as a third option. Since the item level of PvP gear scales in PvP, the real gearing decision comes down to picking the right items for these stats.

Top players are doubling up on Blessed Pango Charm for both embellishment slots.

The most popular bloodstone is Enduring Heliotrope (52%), and the most common secondary gem is Flawless Masterful Lapis (60%).

Talent Insights

Lightsmith is the dominant hero talent tree for Holy Paladin in 2v2, picked by 82% of top players, with 18% on Herald of the Sun. That's a lopsided preference, suggesting Lightsmith is significantly stronger for PvP this season.

The most commonly picked PvP talents are Divine Vision (92%), Spreading the Word (60%), and Blessing of Spellwarding (60%).