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Shaman in WoW Classic

Roles Healer, melee damage, ranged damageResource ManaArmor MailTalent trees / specs Elemental, Enhancement, RestorationPlayable in All versions
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Totem-wielding elemental casters – Horde-only in Classic Era, open to Draenei from Burning Crusade on.

Updated 1 November 2026Checked for patch Zul'Aman (TBC Anniversary) · 5.5.4 (MoP Classic)5 sources
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Shamans call on the elements: they drop totems that buff the group, cast lightning, fight in melee or heal.

Talent trees

Elemental, Enhancement and Restoration.

Faction

In Classic Era, Hardcore and Season of Discovery only the Horde (Orcs, Tauren and Trolls) can be Shamans. From Burning Crusade on, Alliance Draenei can be Shamans too.

Who it suits

Players who want a hybrid that brings something unique to every group.

Tips

Totems matterYour totems are a big part of what you bring to a group.
Healers wantedRestoration Shamans are valued in every raid.

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