Top DPS Specs for Mythic+ in WoW: The War Within Season 2 (Patch 11.1.5 Tier List)

What Changed in Patch 11.1.5?

Patch 11.1.5 is here, and The War Within: Season 2 has brought some serious changes to the Mythic+ landscape. New affix rotations, fresh class tuning, and a reshuffled dungeon pool mean the meta is anything but stale.

Whether you're pushing 20+ keys or just diving into M+ for the first time, this tier list will help you pick the best DPS class to carry your group. Let's break down the top performers.

Mythic+ DPS Tier List for The War Within (Patch 11.1.5)

Tier	Spec	Why It’s Here
S+	Havoc Demon Hunter	Massive burst, unmatched mobility, great survivability
S	Shadow Priest	Strong AoE, off-heals, and reliable scaling
S	Augmentation Evoker	Amplifies group output and utility powerhouse
A	Balance Druid	Great damage, solid utility, and flexibility
A	Fire Mage	Powerful cleave and boss damage with solid mobility
B	Subtlety Rogue	High skill ceiling, great single-target burst
C	Survival Hunter	Niche pick, solid AoE but low representation

These rankings reflect the current meta for high-key performance, factoring in damage output, utility, survivability, and group synergy.

Top DPS Specs Right Now in Season 2

Havoc Demon Hunter (S+)

If you're playing Havoc, you're living the dream this season. Eye Beam nukes trash packs, you’ve got strong defensive tools, and nobody touches your mobility. This spec fits in literally every comp thanks to Chaos Brand and great AoE uptime.

Shadow Priest (S)

Shadow is finally getting the spotlight it deserves. With solid AoE scaling, high uptime, and clutch defensive/off-healing tools, it’s one of the safest and strongest picks for both pugs and coordinated groups.

Augmentation Evoker (S)

The only “support” DPS in WoW is still dominating. If you’re not running Aug Evoker, you’re leaving performance on the table. Its buffs and mobility make it near-essential for pushing high keys.

What Changed from Season 1?

A lot. Here's a quick rundown:

Beast Mastery Hunter and Enhancement Shaman took a hit with direct nerfs.
Shadow Priest, Balance Druid, and Arms Warrior got strong buffs.
New affixes make burst-cleave and on-demand defensives more important than ever.
Utility and group-wide buffs (like from Evokers) are now more valuable than raw DPS alone.

Specs to Watch This Season

Unholy Death Knight

Quietly gaining ground thanks to recent tuning. Strong AoE and some niche utility make it a sleeper pick.

Windwalker Monk

Perennially “almost great.” It has the kit to dominate but just needs one more tuning pass to really shine.

Arcane Mage

Still viable, but requires finesse. Big burst windows and skill-intensive playstyle make it better in premade groups than pugs.

How This Tier List Was Created

This isn’t guesswork. Rankings are based on:

Mythic+ logs from live 11.1.5 keys
Community feedback and top Raider.IO parses
Dungeon composition testing in high keys (20+)
Class tuning changes and practical in-key performance
Veteran insight from long-time M+ players and theorycrafters

Tier lists can shift rapidly with balance changes, so always stay flexible.

Final Thoughts: Don’t Tunnel-Vision the Meta

Even if your spec isn’t in S-Tier, it doesn’t mean you can’t succeed. Skill, comp, and dungeon knowledge matter more than a color-coded table. That said, if you're planning to push hard or get into high-end groups, bringing one of the top specs will make your life easier.

Patch 11.1.5 is still fresh, and Blizzard has been quicker than ever with hotfixes. We’ll keep this list updated as buffs, nerfs, and new metas develop.

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