Retribution Paladin Blitz PvP Guide

Meta Analysis

This build is based on 50 of the highest-rated Retribution Paladin players in Blitz, rated between 2,797 and 3,251.

This data updates as the meta shifts throughout the season.

Races & Racials

Human is the most popular race for Retribution Paladin at 68%, followed by Blood Elf (14%) and Tauren (6%).

Human at 68% 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 Arcanoweave Lining for both embellishment slots.

The most popular bloodstone is Enduring Heliotrope (68%), and the most common secondary gem is Flawless Masterful Lapis (47%).

Talent Insights

Templar is the dominant hero talent tree for Retribution Paladin in Blitz, picked by 78% of top players, with 22% on Herald of the Sun.

The most commonly picked PvP talents are Blessing of Sanctuary (78%), Hallowed Ground (70%), Searing Glare (62%), and Blessing of Spellwarding (58%).