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Protection Paladin Guide for Mythic+ (Updated May 2026)

Learn how to optimize your Protection Paladin for Mythic+ in World of Warcraft. This comprehensive guide covers talents and gear for PvE content.

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Patch:12.0.5

Expansion:Midnight

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M+ Tier
68
M+ Runs
285
Ilvl
9.62%
M+ Popularity
70 834
M+ DPS
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Protection Paladin Stats for Mythic+

Haste > Critical Strike > Mastery > Versatility
338
Critical Strike
508
Haste
284
Mastery
148
Versatility
1 042
Strength
49
Avoidance
65
Leech
25
Speed
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Protection Paladin Talents for Mythic+

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Lay on Hands1/1Auras of the Resolute1/1Hammer of Wrath1/1Cleanse Toxins1/1Empyreal WardFist of Justice1/1Blinding Light1/1Turn EvilA Just RewardAfterimage1/1Guided Prayer1/1Divine Steed1/1Light's CountenanceGreater Judgment1/1Wrench EvilHoly ReprieveCavalier1/1Divine SpursBlessing of Freedom1/1Rebuke1/1Obduracy2/2Divine Toll1/1Unbound Freedom1/1Sanctified Plates2/2Punishment1/1Divine ReachBrought to Light1/1Blessing of Sacrifice1/1Divine Resonance1/1Blessing of Protection1/1Fear No EvilConsecrated Ground1/1Holy Aegis1/1Sacrifice of the JustDivine Purpose1/1Improved Blessing of ProtectionUnbreakable Spirit1/1Lightforged BlessingLightforged BlessingLead the Charge1/1Worthy SacrificeHoly RitualBlessed CallingInspired Guard1/1Light's RevocationFaith's Armor1/1StoicismSeal of Might2/2Vengeful Wrath2/2Eye for an EyeGolden PathBlessing of DawnLightbearer1/1Blessing of Dusk1/1

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Solidarity1/1Valiance1/1Blessing of the Forge1/1Divine Inspiration1/1Tempered in Battle1/1Rite of Sanctification1/1Holy Bulwark1/1Divine Guidance1/1Laying Down Arms1/1Shared Resolve1/1Reflection of Radiance1/1Masterwork1/1Hammer and Anvil1/1Resounding Strike1/1Holy Armaments
Specialization
Avenger's Shield1/1Shining Light1/1Blessed Hammer1/1Redoubt1/1Grand Crusader1/1Seal of Charity1/1Refining Fire1/1Valiant CrusadeArdent Defender1/1Searing SunlightSolace1/1Undying Embers1/1Bulwark of Order1/1Blessing of Spellwarding1/1Light of the Titans1/1Vision of Sanctity1/1Tyr's EnforcerRelentless Inquisitor1/1Avenging Wrath1/1Crusader's Judgment1/1Consecration in FlameSoaring Shield1/1Seal of ReprisalGuardian of Ancient Kings1/1Hand of the ProtectorSanctuary1/1Focused EnmityGift of the Golden Val'kyr1/1Sanctified Wrath1/1Uther's CounselStrength in Adversity1/1Ferren Marcus's FervorEmpyrean Authority1/1Zealot's Paragon2/2Instrument of the DivineSweeping Verdict1/1Bulwark of Righteous Fury1/1Final Stand1/1Righteous Protector1/1Glory of the Vanguard4/4
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Protection Paladin Best In Slot Gear for Mythic+

Head Head

Neck Neck

Shoulder Shoulder

Back Back

Chest Chest

Wrist Wrist

Hands Hands

Waist Waist

Legs Legs

Feet Feet

Finger Finger

Trinket Trinket

Main Hand Main Hand

Off Hand Off Hand

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Protection Paladin Best Sockets for Mythic+

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Protection Paladin Best Enchants for Mythic+

Head Head

Shoulder Shoulder

Chest Chest

Legs Legs

Feet Feet

Finger Finger

Main Hand Main Hand

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Protection Paladin Avg Ilvl for M+ Timer

239
+2
254
+3-5
263
+6-8
269
+9
278
+10-11
280
+12
281
+13
282
+14-15
284
+16-17
285
+18
290
+22

Protection Paladin Best comps for Mythic+

Protection PaladinRestoration ShamanDemonology WarlockFrost MageRetribution Paladin
13.24%
Protection PaladinMistweaver MonkFrost MageFury WarriorRetribution Paladin
11.76%
Protection PaladinPreservation EvokerBeast Mastery HunterDemonology WarlockFury Warrior
10.29%
Protection PaladinHoly PaladinAugmentation EvokerElemental ShamanRetribution Paladin
8.82%
Protection PaladinMistweaver MonkAugmentation EvokerDevourer Demon HunterUnholy Death Knight
5.88%
Protection PaladinRestoration ShamanDemonology WarlockFrost MageOutlaw Rogue
5.88%
Protection PaladinRestoration ShamanDemonology WarlockDevastation EvokerFrost Mage
5.88%
Protection PaladinHoly PriestAffliction WarlockArms WarriorDemonology Warlock
5.88%
Protection PaladinHoly PaladinBeast Mastery HunterFury WarriorRetribution Paladin
5.88%
Protection PaladinRestoration DruidAugmentation EvokerSubtlety RogueUnholy Death Knight
4.41%
Protection PaladinHoly PaladinBeast Mastery HunterFrost MageRetribution Paladin
4.41%
Protection PaladinRestoration DruidDevastation EvokerRetribution PaladinUnholy Death Knight
4.41%
Protection PaladinDiscipline PriestFrost MageHavoc Demon HunterUnholy Death Knight
4.41%
Protection PaladinMistweaver MonkDemonology WarlockFrost MageWindwalker Monk
4.41%
Protection PaladinMistweaver MonkAugmentation EvokerDemonology WarlockUnholy Death Knight
4.41%
Protection PaladinPreservation EvokerAugmentation EvokerShadow PriestUnholy Death Knight
4.41%
Protection PaladinRestoration ShamanAugmentation EvokerBalance DruidFeral Druid
4.41%
Protection PaladinMistweaver MonkArms WarriorAugmentation EvokerFrost Mage
4.41%
Protection PaladinRestoration ShamanAugmentation EvokerBeast Mastery HunterElemental Shaman
4.41%
Protection PaladinPreservation EvokerBeast Mastery HunterFury WarriorHavoc Demon Hunter
4.41%
Protection PaladinMistweaver MonkBeast Mastery HunterDevourer Demon HunterOutlaw Rogue
2.94%
Protection PaladinHoly PaladinDevourer Demon HunterFrost MageUnholy Death Knight
2.94%
Protection PaladinHoly PriestAffliction WarlockBeast Mastery HunterFrost Mage
2.94%
Protection PaladinHoly PriestBeast Mastery HunterDemonology WarlockFrost Mage
2.94%
Protection PaladinPreservation EvokerFrost MageOutlaw RogueRetribution Paladin
2.94%
Protection PaladinHoly PaladinDemonology WarlockFrost MageOutlaw Rogue
2.94%
Protection PaladinHoly PaladinDemonology WarlockFrost MageUnholy Death Knight
2.94%
Protection PaladinRestoration DruidAffliction WarlockOutlaw RogueSurvival Hunter
2.94%
Protection PaladinRestoration DruidAffliction WarlockBeast Mastery HunterOutlaw Rogue
2.94%
Protection PaladinRestoration DruidAugmentation EvokerFire MageFrost Death Knight
2.94%

Protection Paladin race distribution for Mythic+

Alliance

  • Human
    Human34.3%
  • Dwarf
    Dwarf26.4%
  • Lightforged Draenei
    Lightforged Draenei16%
  • Draenei
    Draenei11.2%
  • Dark Iron Dwarf
    Dark Iron Dwarf9.6%
  • Earthen
    Earthen2.5%

Horde

  • Blood Elf
    Blood Elf75%
  • Tauren
    Tauren21.3%
  • Zandalari Troll
    Zandalari Troll3.1%
  • Earthen
    Earthen0.6%

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