What is the best tank in WoW Forever?

The top tank is Protection Warrior.

When will the WoW Forever tier list be based on real data?

After the launch on November 4, 2026, once raid logs build up, the tiers will be recalculated from real fights.

WoW Forever Tier List (Updated September 2026)

Preliminary WoW Forever tier list for raids, based on a review of the beta talent trees. In the preliminary tier list the top damage specs are Fury Warrior, Combat Rogue, Fire Mage. The top healers are Holy Priest, Restoration Shaman.

Last Updated September 26, 2026

Game version 1.60.1 beta

Release November 4, 2026

This is a preliminary editorial tier list. Nobody has raid logs yet, so tiers are based on the beta talent trees, each spec's key talents and its role. After the launch on November 4, 2026 it will be replaced by tiers from real raid logs. Release date and beta

Tanks

SStrongest picks

Protection WarriorShield SlamFocused Rage

AStrong

Healers

SStrongest picks

AStrong

Damage dealers

SStrongest picks

AStrong

BPlayable

CSituational

Frost MageIce BarrierWinter's Chill

Frequently asked questions

What is the best DPS spec in WoW Forever?: In the preliminary tier list the top damage specs are Fury Warrior, Combat Rogue, Fire Mage.
What is the best healer in WoW Forever?: The top healers are Holy Priest, Restoration Shaman.
What is the best tank in WoW Forever?: The top tank is Protection Warrior.
When will the WoW Forever tier list be based on real data?: After the launch on November 4, 2026, once raid logs build up, the tiers will be recalculated from real fights.