Demonology Warlock DPS Easy Mode in Battle for Azeroth (BfA) 8.0.1

Table of Contents

• +Introduction
  • 1. Class Overview
  • 2. Patch 8.0.1 Changes for Demonology Warlock
  • 3. Demonology Warlock Strengths
  • 4. Demonology Warlock Weaknesses
  • 5. Viability of Demonology Warlock in the Current Patch
  • 6. Contents
  • 7. Changelog
• ×Easy Mode
  • 1. Foreword
  • 2. The Basics of a Demonology Warlock
  • 3. Talent Choice for Demonology Warlock
  • 4. Stat Priority for Demonology Warlock
  • 5. Azerite Quick Reference for Demonology Warlock
    • 5.1. Single Target
    • 5.2. Cleave
  • 6. Single Target Rotation for Demonology Warlock
    • 6.1. Multiple Target Rotation for Demonology Warlock
  • 7. Changelog
• +Spell Summary
  • 1. Demonology Warlock Spell Summary
  • 2. Main Resources for Demonology Warlock
  • 3. Basic Abilities for Demonology Warlock
  • 4. Important Procs
  • 5. Cooldowns for Demonology Warlock
    • 5.1. Damage Cooldowns for Demonology Warlock
    • 5.2. Defensive Cooldowns and Tools for Demonology Warlock
• +Builds and Talents
  • 1. Talent Choices for Demonology Warlock
  • 2. Single Target
  • 3. Cleave
  • 4. Tier 1 (Level 15) Talents for Demonology Warlock
  • 5. Tier 2 (Level 30) Talents for Demonology Warlock
  • 6. Tier 3 (Level 45) Talents for Demonology Warlock
  • 7. Tier 4 (Level 60) Talents for Demonology Warlock
  • 8. Tier 5 (Level 75) Talents for Demonology Warlock
  • 9. Tier 6 (Level 90) Talents for Demonology Warlock
  • 10. Tier 7 (Level 100) Talents for Demonology Warlock
  • 11. PvP Talents (War Mode)
    • 11.1. Demonology Warlock War Mode Talents
      • 11.1.1. General PvP Talents
      • 11.1.2. Demonology Warlock PvP Talents
  • 12. Changelog
• +Azerite Traits and Armor
  • 1. General Azerite Gear Recommendation
  • 2. Choosing Azerite Gear as a Demonology Warlock
  • 3. Choosing Azerite Traits as a Demonology Warlock
    • 3.1. Outer Ring
    • 3.2. Middle Ring
    • 3.3. Inner Ring
  • 4. Azerite Simulation Rankings for Demonology Warlock
    • 4.1. Single Target
      • 4.1.1. Outer Ring
      • 4.1.2. Middle Ring
    • 4.2. Cleave/AoE
      • 4.2.1. Outer Ring
      • 4.2.2. Middle Ring
  • 5. Azerite Traits Rotation Changes and Details for Demonology Warlock
  • 6. Azerite Traits
    • 6.1. Generic Outer Ring Traits
    • 6.2. Demonology Warlock Specific Outer Ring Traits
    • 6.3. Generic Middle Ring Traits
    • 6.4. Inner Ring Traits for Demonology Warlock
  • 7. Find Azerite Armor By Trait/Power
  • 8. Changelog
• +Rotation, Cooldowns, and Abilities
  • 1. Ability Priority List for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.1. Single Target Priority for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.2. Cooldown Usage for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.3. Opening Sequence for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.4. Multiple Target Priority for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.5. Nether Portal
  • 2. Important Notes for Demonology Warlock
    • 2.1. Soul Shards
    • 2.2. Managing Demonic Core
    • 2.3. Demon Choice
    • 2.4. Movement Management
      • 2.4.1. Quiet Movement
  • 3. Changelog
• +Mythic+ Tips
  • 1. Mythic+ Introduction for Demonology Warlock
  • 2. Affix List
    • 2.1. Tier One Affixes
    • 2.2. Tier Two Affixes
    • 2.3. Tier Three Affixes
    • 2.4. Seasonal Affix
  • 3. Mythic+ Talents for Demonology Warlock
    • 3.1. Talent Explanations
      • 3.1.1. Tier 1/Level 15
      • 3.1.2. Tier 2/Level 30
      • 3.1.3. Tier 3/Level 45
      • 3.1.4. Tier 4/Level 60
      • 3.1.5. Tier 5/Level 75
      • 3.1.6. Tier 6/Level 90
      • 3.1.7. Tier 7/Level 100
  • 4. Stat Priority for Demonology Warlock
  • 5. Pet Choice for Demonology Warlock
  • 6. Changelog
• +Common and Worst Mistakes
  • 1. Wasting Cleave Cooldowns Too Early
  • 2. Overcapping Demonic Core
  • 3. Not Moving During Instant Casts
  • 4. Failing to Set Up for Demonic Tyrant
  • 5. Not Using Call Dreadstalkers on Cooldown
  • 6. Poor Pet Control
  • 7. Changelog
• +Frequently Asked Questions
  • 1. Frequently Asked Questions for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.1. When Should I Cast Implosion?
    • 1.2. How Do I Use Demonic Core?
    • 1.3. Is Doom Worth Using?
    • 1.4. What Piece is Better, X or Y?
    • 1.5. How Much of X Stat Should I Have?
  • 2. Changelog
• +Boss by Boss Strategies
  • 1. Introduction for Demonology Warlock Boss Advice in Uldir
    • 1.1. Talent Cheatsheet for Demonology Warlock
  • 2. Taloc
  • 3. M.O.T.H.E.R.
  • 4. Fetid Devourer
  • 5. Zek'voz, Herald of N'Zoth
  • 6. Vectis
  • 7. Zul, Reborn
  • 8. Mythrax the Unraveler
  • 9. G'huun
  • 10. Changelog
• +Stat Priority
  • 1. The Basics of Stats for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.1. 1 Target
  • 2. Statistics Explanations for Demonology Warlock
  • 3. Changelog
• +Gems, Enchants, and Consumables
  • 1. Gems for Demonology Warlock
  • 2. Enchants for Demonology Warlock
  • 3. Consumables for Demonology Warlock
  • 4. Changelog
• +Macros and Addons
  • 1. Addons for Demonology Warlock
    • 1.1. Generic Addons for Warlocks
    • 1.2. ElvUI
    • 1.3. Weak Auras
    • 1.4. Boss Mods
      • 1.4.1. BigWigs Bossmods
      • 1.4.2. Deadly Boss Mods
    • 1.5. Name Plates
      • 1.5.1. KUI Nameplates
      • 1.5.2. TidyPlates
    • 1.6. Damage Meters
      • 1.6.1. Skada
      • 1.6.2. Details
    • 1.7. Extra AddOns
      • 1.7.1. Mik's Scrolling Battle Text
      • 1.7.2. DeathNote
      • 1.7.3. Doom CooldownPulse
      • 1.7.4. Angry Assignments
  • 2. Macros for Demonology Warlock
    • 2.1. Pet Macros
      • 2.1.1. Soulstone Mouseover
      • 2.1.2. Demonic Circle
  • 3. Changelog
• +Gear and Best in Slot
  • 1. How To Effectively Compare Upgrades as an Demonology Warlock
  • 2. Best in Slot Items for Demonology Warlock
  • 3. Azerite Gear for Demonology Warlock
  • 4. Trinkets for Demonology Warlock
    • 4.1. Trinket Simulations for Demonology Warlock
      • 4.1.1. Single Target
      • 4.1.2. Cleave
  • 5. Changelog
• +Simulations
  • 1. Disclaimer Page
  • 2. Demonology Warlock Racial Bonus Simulation
  • 3. Changelog

About Our Author

This guide has been written by Furty, who has an illustrious history in the World of Warcraft raiding scene and race for World First. He has been a member of guilds such as Serenity, Midwinter, and many more, and is currently raiding in Tabula Rasa. He plays most classes at the highest level. You can follow him on Twitter and watch him play on Twitch.

1. Foreword

This section is intended for players who are new to the game or class, have no intentions of raiding Mythic difficulty, or simply want a more straightforward way to play their specialization without being overwhelmed by the numerous priorities and active abilities that need to be taken into consideration for optimal play.

2. The Basics of a Demonology Warlock

Demonology focuses on maintaining a small army of demons at all times, which will deal the majority of your damage. This specialization can be very effective if you do not have to move a lot, particularly on single targets.

In this section we will be focusing on a setup that minimizes the amount of buttons, AddOns, and reactivity necessary without compromising overall damage output.

3. Talent Choice for Demonology Warlock

These Talent recommendations are optimized for ease of use. If a talent requires significant optimization to provide DPS gains, we will instead recommend a competitive talent that requires less knowledge to make use of. See the Talents page for a full and objective evaluation of the Talent tree. These talents aim to present a strong build that has very little punishment for unfamiliarity or mistakes.

• Level 15: Dreadlash
• Level 30: Demonic Calling
• Level 45: Burning Rush
• Level 60: Soul Strike
• Level 75: Demonic Circle
• Level 90: Inner Demons
• Level 100: Sacrificed Souls

4. Stat Priority for Demonology Warlock

Currently, you will want to prioritize secondary stats as follows:

1. Intellect;
2. Haste
3. Mastery ≅ Critical Strike
4. Versatility.

5. Azerite Quick Reference for Demonology Warlock

5.1. Single Target

5.2. Cleave

6. Single Target Rotation for Demonology Warlock

1. Cast Call Dreadstalkers whenever available.
2. Cast Hand of Gul'dan if you have 4-5 Soul Shards.
3. Cast Demonbolt if you have 2+ stacks of Demonic Core.
4. Cast Soul Strike whenever available.
5. Cast Hand of Gul'dan with 3 Soul Shards.
6. Cast Shadow Bolt to generate Soul Shards.

Summon Demonic Tyrant should be used when you have the maximum number of demons active, allowing you to extend them and further empower the Tyrant's damage.

6.1. Multiple Target Rotation for Demonology Warlock

Implosion should be used every 2-3 Hand of Gul'dan casts if more than 2 targets are present and stacked.

7. Changelog

• 26 Aug. 2018: Added Azerite Outer Ring simulations (single target and cleave) for quick reference.
• 13 Aug. 2018: Updated for Battle for Azeroth launch.
• 23 Jul. 2018: Updated stat priority and Implosion usage.

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