Holy Priest PvP Stat Priority, Gear, and Trinkets — The War Within (11.1.5)

The stat priority for Holy Priests in PvP is as follows:

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

Intellect is the best stat in all situations. Versatility is the strongest secondary stat at all times due to it increasing the damage/healing you do and, at the same time, reducing the damage you take. Though, you want to be around 30% Versatility and not overcap it since it will start to diminish from there on. Mastery will increase your overall healing output from Mastery: Echo of Light. Haste is a good stat as it reduces your global cooldown, increases your cast and channel speed, and reduces the cooldown of important spells, such as Prayer of Mending.

Note that the Season 1 Tier set bonuses are all nerfed by 50% in PvP scenarios. You want to use PvP items as much as possible since they have increased item level in PvP combat. This is what your final gear should look like, including set pieces and crafted items:

• Head: Confessor's Unshakable Halo
• Neck: Algari Competitor's Amulet - Crafted with Versatility & Mastery
• Shoulders: Confessor's Unshakable Radiance
• Cloak: Prized Warmonger's Cape
• Chest: Confessor's Unshakable Vestment
• Wrists: Algari Competitor's Cloth Bands - Crafted with Versatility & Mastery
• Hands: Confessor's Unshakable Mitts
• Waist: Algari Competitor's Cloth Sash - Crafted with Haste & Mastery
• Legs: Prized Warmonger's Pants
• Feet: Consecrated Slippers - Crafted with Versatility & Mastery
• Ring 1: Algari Competitor's Signet - Crafted with Versatility & Mastery
• Ring 2: Algari Competitor's Signet - Crafted with Versatility & Mastery
• Trinket 1: Prized Gladiator's Medallion
• Trinket 2: Prized Gladiator's Insignia of Alacrity
• 2H Staff: Prized Gladiator's Greatstaff

Note: It is essential to be wearing two PvP trinkets. This will give you a Stamina and stat boost that will increase your survivability.

As noted above, acquiring both your 2-set and 4-set bonus is crucial. It is also important to note that ALL tier sets are nerfed by 50% in PvP. Although this nerf is significant, tier sets are still important to acquire to maximize your chances of winning. For Holy Priest, this is your tier set:

• 2-set: Your healing spells have a chance to apply Insurance! to their target that heals them over 15 seconds. Insurance is consumed if an ally drops below 40% health to heal them.
• 4-set: Holy Word: Serenity and Holy Word: Sanctify apply Insurance!! for 10 sec to one target while Apotheosis is active. Your healing is increased by 1% for each Insurance!! active on allies.

Embellishments are bonuses that can be put on crafted gear. These affects can have a drastic impact on the game. You are only allowed to have 2 Embellishments equipped at the same time. Here are the recommended Embellishments for Holy Priest:

• Energy Redistribution Beacon. While above 80% health, your direct healing will redistribute up to 2% of your health to your target. This is great for increasing your overall healing output. Because this affect does stack, it is recommended to use two of them.
• Duskthread Lining. This Embellishment significantly increases your Versatility when you are above 80% health.

Here are the best enchants and gems for a Holy Priest:

• Cloak: Enchant Cloak - Chant of Leeching Fangs
• Chest: Enchant Chest - Council's Intellect
• Bracers: Enchant Bracer - Chant of Armored Speed
• Legs: Daybreak Spellthread
• Boots: Enchant Boots - Scout's March
• Rings: Enchant Ring - Cursed Mastery
• Weapon: Enchant Weapon - Stonebound Artistry

Versatile Onyx is the best gem you can use. You also get access to a single Meta Gem. You should use Cognitive Bloodstone for the meta slot.