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Frost Mage Guide for WoW Dragonflight Raids

Patch 10.2.6Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope

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Best Frost Mage Dragonflight Build, Talents, Stat Priority, Races, BiS gear, etc., ranked by their performance and popularity based on the latest Raid Logs from Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope.

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Data gathered from the top 3823 Logs and 1467 Unique Players in the last 30 days
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Easy mode choices summary for Frost Mage

Type
Top Choice
Max. DPS
Popularity
Class Tree Talents
298.1K
3%
Spec Tree Talents
323.2K
68%
Full Talent Tree
311.2K
2%
Embellishment
329.8K
7%
Embellishments Combination
329.8K
7%
Crafted
411.3K
80%
Crafted Combination
388.9K
22%
Weapons
411.3K
34%
Trinkets
378.7K
63%
Head
411.3K
95%
Neck
411.3K
26%
Shoulders
411.3K
89%
Back
411.3K
80%
Chest
411.3K
95%
Wrist
411.3K
61%
Hands
411.3K
94%
Waist
411.3K
29%
Legs
376.8K
63%
Feet
411.3K
28%
Rings
378.7K
23%
Gem
411.3K
56%
Gem Combination
378.7K
3%
Tier
411.3K
95%
Tier Combination
411.3K
37%
Back Enchant
378.7K
82%
Chest Enchant
411.3K
99%
Wrist Enchant
378.7K
87%
Belt Enchant
411.3K
5%
Feet Enchant
378.7K
74%
Ring Enchant
411.3K
28%
Weapon Enchant
378.7K
50%
Phials
275.3K
54%
Food Buff
268.9K
95%
Health Potion
265.0K
33%
Weapon Rune
272.0K
48%
Combat Potion
269.3K
96%

Embellishment for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
329.8K
7%
339.0K
2%
315.2K
1%
320.4K
1%
339.0K
1%

Embellishments Combination for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
329.8K
7%
315.2K
1%
320.4K
1%
339.0K
1%

Shoulders for Frost Mage

-
Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
411.3K
89%
339.6K
7%
300.7K
1%
318.9K
1%
320.4K
1%

Gem for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
411.3K
56%
411.3K
30%
411.3K
25%
376.8K
21%
365.1K
20%
365.1K
19%
368.3K
17%
368.3K
15%
365.1K
14%
365.1K
13%

Gem Combination for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
378.7K
3%
354.2K
2%
308.5K
1%
310.7K
1%
311.4K
1%
315.2K
1%
327.5K
1%
333.9K
1%
340.0K
1%
376.8K
1%

Chest Enchant for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
411.3K
99%
322.7K
1%

Belt Enchant for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
411.3K
5%
378.7K
3%
322.2K
1%

Feet Enchant for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
378.7K
74%
411.3K
24%

Weapon Enchant for Frost Mage

-
Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
378.7K
50%
411.3K
49%

Phials for Frost Mage

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Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
275.3K
54%
258.1K
39%
248.6K
7%

Food Buff for Frost Mage

-
Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
268.9K
95%
276.3K
1%

Health Potion for Frost Mage

-
Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
265.0K
33%
244.6K
4%
268.9K
4%

Weapon Rune for Frost Mage

-
Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
272.0K
48%
264.7K
27%
263.0K
24%

Combat Potion for Frost Mage

-
Name
Max. DPS
Popularity
269.3K
96%

This guide covers all the essential parts of character optimization needed to maximize your DPS in Raids as Frost Mage.

To navigate between guide sections use the top dropdown or buttons in the bottom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the data come from?

Our guides are based on statistics. We use algorithms to process thousands of World of Warcraft Raid Logs (from Warcraft Logs) every day. By analyzing this Big Data from top parses we are able to precisely calculate what are World's Best Players using now.

How to use this guide?

We evaluate each item by their Maximum DPS and Popularity metrics. If unsure what to choose, the safest option is to pick the most popular one. Also, be sure to use our boss filter when optimizing for different Raid Bosses.

What are the best leveling talents for Frost Mage?

Early Talents:
Your journey into talents begins at level 10, and at level 11, you unlock your first unique class talent. At this stage, focus on essential spells like . This spell not only freezes your targets but also boosts the damage you deal to them.
Single-Target Damage:
When facing a single foe, unleash the power of , , (after using ), , (when you have active or after ), and trusty .
Tackling Groups:
Group encounters can be challenging early on, but after level 6, wield the might of , (to reset cooldown), , , and the reliable .
Talent Choices:
In the first 20 talent points you invest, prioritize damage-dealing talents like , , and . Additionally, consider the enlightening and for stat enhancements.
Enhancing Group Damage:
For increased effectiveness in group battles, explore talents such as and the formidable , with a particular nod to the strength of .
Fortifying Your Defense:
Boost your survivability with talents like , , and , especially when confronted by multiple adversaries.

What is the best rotation for a Frost Mage?

Basic Strategy
  1. : Your primary filler spell for generating procs.
  2. : When it happens, cast to take advantage of the frozen state.
  3. : Leads to a reset. Begin with a cast time spell like , followed by , and finish with two to use up remaining charges.
Core Combo

> > > : The foundational combo for a Frost Mage.

Incorporating Talent Abilities Single-Target Priority Rotation
  1. : If is active.
  2. : When is active on the target.
  3. : After casting or a spell benefiting from .
  4. : When is on the target.
  5. : When is active on the target.
  6. : If you can hit 2 or more targets.
  7. : When major cooldowns have at least 10 seconds left to refresh.
  8. : To deplete charges or when procs.
  9. : As a filler spell.
Important Considerations

What is the stat priority for a Frost Mage?

  1. Intellect: This is your primary stat, the main ingredient that elevates your overall damage.
  2. Mastery: As you embark on your journey, especially if you've embraced the Hailstones talent, Mastery takes on a pivotal role.
  3. Haste: Consider this the spice that enhances your casting speed and reduces those bothersome cooldowns.
  4. Critical Strike: A sprinkle of Critical Strike is just right, up to 33.34% as it approaches the Shatter cap.
  5. Versatility: Add a pinch of Versatility to your recipe, improving both your damage output and damage mitigation.
  6. Critical Strike: After hitting the 33.34% threshold, feel free to add a bit more Critical Strike, but remember that too much can become less effective.

What gear to craft as Frost Mage?

  1. Cloak: , crafted via Tailoring, and embellished with a .
  2. Bracers: , also crafted by Tailoring and can be embellished with a .

Is Frost Mage good now?

Frost Mage appears to be in a strong position. Here's a breakdown:

Strengths and Weaknesses
  • Strengths: Frost Mage excels in bursty damage, both in single-target and AoE situations, has great mobility and kiting ability, and provides substantial defensive utility.
  • Weaknesses: The spec is weaker against rot damage and spread target damage and requires specific talents for cleave.
Recent Changes and Expectations
  • Patch Notes: There have been no major changes in the recent patch from a notes perspective, but the new tier set does alter gameplay slightly on 2-target scenarios.
  • Expectations for the Patch: Frost Mage is expected to be extremely strong in this patch, thanks to the previous rework and the added utility and AoE potential from the new tier set.

In summary, Frost Mage appears to be a robust choice with strong burst capabilities, good mobility, and significant utility in both single-target and AoE scenarios.

What is the best race for a Frost Mage?

For the Horde:

The recommended races for a Frost Mage are Troll, Orc, and Goblin. Each of these races offers unique racial traits that can benefit a Frost Mage in various ways. Trolls are particularly noted for their speed buff, which allows for greater flexibility in gear choices when not following the meta.

For the Alliance:

The choices are more varied and closely matched. Human, Void Elf, Mechagnomes, and Dwarfs are all considered good options for a Frost Mage. Players can choose any of these races based on their preferences, as the differences in racial bonuses are not significant enough to make a major impact on gameplay.

Is Frost Mage easier than fire?

Here's an up-to-date comparison:

1. Gameplay Complexity:

Gameplay Complexity: Fire Mage is known for a more complex rotation, especially during its combustion phase. Mistiming skills in this phase can significantly impact performance. Frost Mage, on the other hand, has fewer damaging abilities, suggesting a simpler rotation.

2. Damage Output:

Damage Output: Frost Mage's damage is less bursty, leading to more consistent output throughout a fight. In contrast, Fire Mage's DPS is more dependent on big cooldowns, resulting in higher peak DPS but also more variability.

3. Utility and Efficiency:

Utility and Efficiency: Frost Mage excels in defense and leveling efficiency, while Fire Mage is better suited for movement and burst damage. Both specializations are viable in raids, PvP, and Mythic+ (M+) content.

4. Performance in Different Contexts:

Performance in Different Contexts: In standard Mythic+ (M+) builds, Frost and Fire Mages do about the same AoE damage, but Frost Mage may pull ahead in single-target situations. However, with the right stats and in specific scenarios like guild runs, Fire Mage's AoE damage can be quite powerful.

5. Stat Preferences:

Stat Preferences: Frost and Fire Mages have different stat priorities. Frost favors crit and mastery, while Fire prioritizes haste and versatility. This difference can influence their effectiveness depending on gear and stat optimization.

In summary, if you prefer a more straightforward rotation and consistent damage output, Frost Mage might be easier for you. However, if you enjoy mastering complex rotations and managing burst damage phases, Fire Mage could be more rewarding. The choice ultimately depends on your playstyle preference and the context in which you're playing (solo, M+, guild runs, etc.).

Why cast frostbolt before flurry?

Key reasons and mechanics behind this strategy:

  1. Shatter Mechanic: , when cast before , benefits from the Shatter mechanic. Shatter increases the critical strike chance of spells against frozen targets. Since applies the debuff, which makes the target act as if it's frozen, casting right before ensures that the will benefit from the increased critical strike chance.
  2. Application: applies the debuff to the target. Each bolt of applies 2 stacks of (with ). Casting before consumes one stack of , gaining its benefit. Due to the travel times of the spells, the subsequent bolts of will refresh the stacks, ensuring that you don't lose out on its benefit.
  3. Optimized Rotation and Proc Management: The basic premise of the Frost Mage rotation involves spamming until a proc is gained. , a proc, resets the cooldown of and encourages the use of a cast-time spell like before . The optimal rotation thus becomes > > > . This sequence is central to the Frost Mage's specialization and is pivotal for maximizing damage output.
  4. Priority System in Rotation: The rotation for a Frost Mage is more of a priority system than a fixed sequence. This means that certain spells take precedence over others based on the situation. The casting of before falls within this priority system, ensuring that spells are cast in the most effective order to maximize damage and efficiency.

This strategy, particularly the

> > sequence, forms the core of the Frost Mage's damage-dealing abilities in PvE scenarios.