All 9 WoW Forever classes
The basics of each class, the races that can play it and what changes for it on Forever.
Warrior
Tank, Melee damage
The warrior fights in three stances (Battle, Defensive, Berserker) and turns every hit into rage. A natural tank and a fearsome damage dealer once well equipped, but it depends on its gear and on healers more than any other class.
Paladin
Healer, Tank, Melee damage
A holy warrior in heavy armor who heals, protects and strikes with the Light. Auras and blessings strengthen the whole group, and few classes survive as well when things go wrong.
Hunter
Ranged damage
The hunter fights from a distance with bow, gun or crossbow, alongside a tamed beast that holds the enemy's attention. Traps and aspects round out one of the most comfortable classes to level.
Rogue
Melee damage
The rogue strikes from stealth, builds combo points and spends them on finishing moves. Poisons, stuns and vanishes make it the master of picking its fights.
Priest
Healer, Ranged damage (Shadow)
The priest is the most complete healer of the game, with shields, heals over time and the biggest direct heals. Its Shadow talents turn it into a dangerous caster that heals itself through its damage.
Shaman
Healer, Melee damage, Ranged damage
The shaman calls on the elements through totems placed on the ground, each one helping the group in its own way. Healer, lightning caster or melee fighter with two weapons or a two-hander, depending on the talents.
Mage
Ranged damage
The mage wields fire, frost and arcane magic, conjures food and water for the group and opens portals to the capitals. Fragile up close, it controls fights with slows, freezes and Polymorph.
Warlock
Ranged damage
The warlock bends demons to its will and kills with curses and damage over time. It summons its companions, creates healthstones for the group and can bring absent players to the dungeon door.
Druid
Healer, Tank, Melee damage, Ranged damage
The druid changes shape to fit every role: bear to tank, cat to strike, its own form to heal, and Moonkin with the Balance talents. The most versatile class, at the cost of mastering several ways to play.
Classic fundamentals. Forever may change some details: this page will be updated at launch.