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Priest in WoW: Forever

Roles Healer, ranged damageResource ManaArmor ClothNew race option Gnome (Alliance)Skyborne Not available
HealerRoleCasterRole

Azeroth's classic healers, who can also turn to Shadow magic for damage.

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Priests are the classic healers of World of Warcraft, with shields, heals and buffs for the whole group. They can also wield Shadow magic to deal damage from range.

New in Forever

Gnomes can now be Priests.

Who it suits

Players who want to heal, or who like a caster that can both support and fight.

Tips

Healers are in demandGroups for dungeons and raids always need healers.
Shadow for levellingMany players level with damage and switch to healing in groups.

Compare all nine classes on the class overview, or start with the Beginner's Guide.

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