There are a number of World of Warcraft class stereotypes. Druids are great spellcasters, Mages do damage in PvP, Warriors are tough, and Shamans are old dads. But how accurate are these stereotypes? Let’s look at each class and see if they hold up to the facts. And if not, what are the main differences between them? We’ll also discuss some of the common myths that afflict them.
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Druids are powerful spellcasters
Like their AD&D counterparts, Druids are followers of nature and worship the gods. Their shapchanging abilities make them powerful spellcasters. Druids traditionally were legislators and priests in history. These people would study for years and learn to read signs. They would be sought after by tribal leaders. Today, Druids are powerful spellcasters in World of Warcraft.
Mages do damage in PvP
There are plenty of reasons to play a mage in World of Warcraft, from avoiding the ‘cannon’ in PvP to their cool crowd control spell, Polymorph. These are all solid options for those who need to control large numbers of enemies. Whether you’re battling with your friends or on your own, mages can provide a lot of comic relief. Their other useful abilities include opening portals to travel with your party or conjuring food and water to regenerate.
Warriors are tough
While some players love the idea of being a warrior, this character type doesn’t fit the traditional notion. While a warrior does have unique skills and attributes, they may not be the most suited for every character. This is because warriors have a unique mindset and path, and they might be tempted to question others’ motivations. They may even look down on healers and scholars, who they view as lesser creatures.
Shamans are old dads
The Shaman class is based on the ancient ways of working with spirits. Shamans are the oldest of all races, and their most popular ability is to summon elemental lords. The Dark Iron clan was infamous for summoning Ragnaros and unleashing it on the other dwarf clans. While their origins are mysterious, their role in World of Warcraft is clear. Shamans can also summon the elements to help them in battle.
Mages are void elf/undead
Mages are a shamanic class that attempts to use its powerful metamorphosis powers for good. While most elves who attempt to metamorphose have fallen into madness, Alleria Windrunner has chosen to resist the dark call of the shadows and pledge her powers to the Alliance. To play as a Void elf, you must first recruit them.
Paladins are healers
While most classes in World of Warcraft specialize in healing, Paladins are unique in their ability to play multiple roles. They can be either a DPS, tank, or healer, and the choices for the first two are completely up to you. As a healer, a Paladin will be focused on healing while tanking and DPSing, but they can also do all three.
Windwalkers are agile
A Windwalker monk is an excellent option if you’re looking for an agile, damage-dealing class. This class uses one handed weapons, energy as its primary resource, and has great utility. Additionally, it has high mobility and a powerful healing spell, so it’s a good choice if you don’t want to rely on your weapon’s specialization. The Windwalker class stereotype is not one that you should ignore, however, as it has many benefits.
Mages are gnomes
Mages are often grouped into the “mages” category in World of Warcraft class stereotypes. In truth, the gnomes are among the most powerful casters in the game. Moreover, they have long occupied the land of Kirin Tor. Indus, a member of the Council of Tirisfal, was also a gnome, and he served as an associate of Meryl Felstorm.