Retribution Paladin 3v3 PvP Guide

Meta Analysis

This build is based on 50 of the highest-rated Retribution Paladin players in 3v3, rated between 2,207 and 2,641.

Retribution Paladins do well into Unholy Death Knights (53.5%), Holy Paladins (52.4%), and Affliction Warlocks (50.9%), but struggle against Devourer Demon Hunters (46.3%), Enhancement Shamans (49.3%), and Preservation Evokers (46.6%).

This data updates as the meta shifts throughout the season.

Races & Racials

Human is the most popular race for Retribution Paladin at 80%, followed by Dark Iron Dwarf (8%) and Blood Elf (6%).

Human at 80% 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.

Dark Iron Dwarf players bring Fireblood, which removes poison, disease, curse, magic, and bleed effects while boosting primary stat.

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 Arcanoweave Lining for both embellishment slots.

The most popular bloodstone is Enduring Heliotrope (88%), and the most common secondary gem is Flawless Masterful Lapis (75%).

Talent Insights

Templar is the dominant hero talent tree for Retribution Paladin in 3v3, picked by 88% of top players, with 12% on Herald of the Sun. That's a lopsided preference, suggesting Templar is significantly stronger for PvP this season.

The most commonly picked PvP talents are Blessing of Sanctuary (98%), Hallowed Ground (92%), and Blessing of Spellwarding (52%).