- Author: Kurathis
- Date: July 27, 2021
- Updated: July 28, 2021
- Expansion: TBC Classic
In this section, we will be covering the traditional rotation used by Elemental Shamans to achieve the best DPS they can for both single-target and AoE or multiple-mob encounters.
Single-Target Encounters
- The first thing all Shamans should do is place down their respective totems – while this is generally based on your group’s needs, we’ll generally include our Totem of Wrath to assist ourselves along with other casters
- Depending on the amount of mana you have, your rotation will vary slightly:
- For low mana amounts, or longer fights:
- It’s ideal to spam Lightning Bolt, mixing in Flame Shock when movement is required
- For higher mana amounts, or shorter fights:
- Without additional Spell Haste Rating, we can use up to three Lightning Bolt before Chain Lightning is off cooldown, so we would look at Lightning Bolt x3 > Chain Lightning > Rinse and Repeat
- While this would be the best-case-scenario, you may only be able to use 1 or 2 Lightning Bolt‘s before your Chain Lightning is off of cooldown – this will depend on your latency
AoE Encounters
- For AoE pulls, it’s beneficial for us to use Fire Nova Totem due to its AoE damage capabilities
- As long as there are at least three targets, we will be using Chain Lightning in combination with Elemental Mastery whenever it is available
- While Fire Nova Totem is on cooldown, we will be using Magma Totem for its AoE damage
- While Chain Lightning is on cooldown, we’ll be using Lightning Bolt
- If movement is required, using Flame Shock is recommended to maintain damage
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About the Author
Kurathis
Long-time WoW enthusiast who can't say no to a good-old poutine.