Introduction
Hello I’m Joki and I’ve been playing holy paladin since TBC and I’ve been hardcore raiding since BFA (Crucible of Storms) when I joined Honolulu.
Holy paladin is an ever versatile spec with a wide range of utility spells such as stun, interrupt, immunity, freedom and damage reduction, coupled with a powerful reactive healing kit and an emphasis on spot healing.
While classes are buffed and nerfed over time, and metas shift, holy paladins have always endured and carved out a seemingly permanent group spot in all forms of content. The War Within is no different and the spec is in its best state in years. So if you’re considering picking up holy paladin, now is the perfect time to dive in.
Strengths
- Strong spot healing
- Brings a raid-wide damage reduction with Devotion Aura that can be empowered with Aura Mastery
- Game changing utility kit with Blessing of Sacrifice, Blessing of Protection and Blessing
- of Freedom
- Strong passive damage
- Good personal defensives with Divine Protection and an immunity Divine Shield
Weaknesses
- Poor mobility
- Melee Healer
- Lightsmith mechanics are unappealing to many players
What has changed
Patch 11.0.7 Recent Changes
Class tuning in Patch 11.0.7:
- Veneration now transfers 225% of damage done into healing (was 200%).
- Saved by the Light absorb amount increased by 15%. Does not affect PvP combat.
- Consecrate damage increased by 30%.
- Tempered in Battle no longer activates while the paladin is within crowd control.
These are minor buffs that, while appreciated, won’t significantly alter your playstyle. As a result, the talent builds and gear setups we used in the previous patch will remain unchanged.
There was also a new ring added, Cyrce's Circlet. It is unlocked on the new zone, Siren Isle, along with a range of new and exclusive gems you can socket into it; the ring can be upgraded to item level 658.