PHASE 2 Assassination Rogue Best In Slot Gear
Phase 1 Rogue Best in Slot Gear
The rogue class is a popular selection inWrath of the Lich King Classicdue to its insane DPS output. In order to prepare for the raiding scene, you will want to get as many pieces of Pre-BIS (Best in Slot) gear as you’re able to before stepping into your first raid. This gear is collected in many ways including dungeons, reputation grinds,Darkmoon Faire cards, vendors, and more. In the Pre-BIS section we will cover your main target for each slot, as well as some alternatives for you that may be easier to obtain.
The Phase 1 list for Rogue best in slot will simply show the very best pieceyou can currently have for each the Assassination and the Combat specialization during this phase. If you are looking for Pre-Raid BIS, move along to the next section where many options will be laid out for you. This section is to show the very best option in each slot you should strive for.
An important note is that you should also follow your mainRogue Class Guidesto know your status priorities, including the cap on each rating such as hit rating, armor penetration, and crit rating. Each rogue specialization has slightly different requirements, and thus you should balance your stats as to not go over the cap on any. Luckily for the rogue class, the gear considered Best in Slot is widely the same regardless of spec, and therefore you can follow the list below.
Phase 1 BIS Combat and Assassination Rogue Gear
you may hover or click on the item to see where you can obtain it.
Chestguard of the Recluse
Belt of the Tortured
Leggings of the Honored
Envoy of Mortality
Pre-BIS Rogue Gear in WOTLK
This first section will show the top choices of gear to obtain before you step into raids. Get as much of the items from the top of each of these lists a possible to fill your slots. Many options have been given as to provide multiple avenues to obtain gear. It can be tough getting into raids as a rogue, as it is a very popular class. To maximize your chances at a raid spot, come in Pre-BIS! Don’t forget to check yourRogue Class Guidefor your stat priorities and caps.
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Rogue Best In Slot Weapon Pre-Raid WotLK
The following are all the best weapons for a Rogue to obtain Pre-Raiding. Look to score some of the best from the top of the list for the best damage.
Culling of Strathome (H) - Mal’Ganis (20% Drop)
Emblem of Heroism (50)
Sub / Assassination
Librarian’s Paper Cutter(BoE)
Halls of Lightning (H): Trash (2% Drop), Buy from Auction House
Halls of Stone: Trash (2% Drop), Buy from Auction House
The following are all the best head pieces for a Rogue to obtain Pre-Raiding. The best are engineering specific… don’t feel like you absolutely need to get them. There are other options with 25%-33% drop rates, or PvP rewards as well.
Mask of the Watcher
Violet Hold (H): Zuramat the Obliterator (33% Drop)
Savage Gladiator’s Leather Helm
Multiple Sources: Emblem of Heroism (45), 60k Honor Points, or 12k Honor & 350 Arena Points
Rogue Best In Slot Neck Pre-Raid WotLK
For the neck slot, the best item you may get is worth 25 Emblem of Heroism. This is pretty straight forward, but if you want to have your emblems for something else, try the 33% drop rate necklace or the Severed Noose from a quest.
Emblem of Heroism (25)
Rogue Best In Slot Shoulder Pre-Raid WotLK
In the shoulder slot we have many chance drop pieces, as well as a leatherworking pattern. Finally, you’re able to also get a pretty decent set from the Sons of Hodir reputation.
Rogue Best In Slot Back Pre-Raid WotLK
The best back slot items come mainly from drops within version normal and heroic dungeons. The other alternative is the leatherworking cloak Ice Striker’s Cloak.
Rogue Best In Slot Chest Pre-Raid WotLK
Now for the big slot, the chest slot. Often the largest form of stats from armor, the far and above choice is your set piece for a whopping 80 Emblem of Heroism, or as a drop from raids. Other options include drops, a quest, and exalted rep: take your choice.
Source
Heroes' Bonescythe Breastplate
Emblem of Heroism (80) - Also Available from Gluth or Archavon in Raids
Rogue Best In Slot Bracers Pre-Raid WotLK
Your best option for bracers will be at exalted rep with The Wyrmrest Accord. If you are looking for something before that, there are two Bind on Equip bracers you may buy from the auction house, or two heroic dungeon drops.
Bindings of the Tunneler
Utgarde Keep (H): Skarvald and Dalronn (25% Drop)
Rogue Best In Slot Gloves Pre-Raid WotLK
The best item for your glove slot will also be your set item of Heroes' Bonescythe Gauntlets for 40 Emblem of Heroism. Other options are all 25% drop rates within dungeons… good luck on the drops!
Heroes' Bonescythe Gauntlets
Emblem of Heroism (40) - Also Available from Sartharion or Archavon in Raids
Rogue Best In Slot Waist Pre-Raid WotLK
For your waist slot, the best choice will be worth 40 Emblem of Heroism, but as you’ve seen so far… you are going to need those for a lot of items. Try getting the Sharp-Barbed Leather Belt from Heroic Utgarde Keep, or simply buy one of the two Bind on Equip bracers off the Auction House.
Emblem of Heroism (40)
Rogue Best In Slot Legs Pre-Raid WotLK
You have several options for your leg armor slot. We have some heroic 25% drops, revered rep with two different factions, or simply a BoE you can buy from the Auction House.
Rogue Best In Slot Boots Pre-Raid WotLK
The best boots for the Rogue in Pre-BIS requires Exalted Reputation with the Argent Crusade. Other options include various heroic 25% drops, or your PvP boots for honor points.
Rogue Best In Slot Rings Pre-Raid WotLK
Pair two rings together from the following list. There are many sources such as heroic drops, auction house BoE, Jewelcrafting, or the purchased Band of the Kirin Tor.
Rogue Best In Slot Trinkets Pre-Raid WotLK
The Darkmoon Card: Greatness if far and above the best trinket for Rogues in WotLK Pre-BIS. This will single-handedly increase your DPS more than any other armor piece; it will also set you back a pretty penny… but it’s worth it. The Mirror of Truth is an excellent secondary trinket, or look to get one of the heroic drops at a 25% chance.
Rogue Best In Slot Ranged Weapon Pre-Raid WotLK
The ranged weapon slot will only help you a small amount, so leave this as your lowest priority to nail down. Many sources are listed below including heroic drops, rep rewards, engineering, or purchasable from Emblem of Heroism.
Emblem of Heroism (15)
