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Burst damage combos in WoW Forever beta kill targets fast. This guide covers best burst combos per class, priority, and PvP usage.
For broader content, see our PvP Best Classes, Crowd Control, and Defensive CDs articles.
Quick summary: Best burst class: Sub Rogue. Burst window: 5-10 sec. Best opener: stealth + CD.
Burst damage basics
What is burst damage
Burst = high damage in short window (5-10 sec). Used in PvP opener or boss burn phase.
Burst window
| Window | Damage |
|---|---|
| 5 sec | 30-50% of total |
| 10 sec | 50-70% of total |
| 15 sec | 70-90% of total |
Best burst combos per class
Sub Rogue
| Step | Spell |
|---|---|
| 1 | Stealth + Shadowstep |
| 2 | Cold Blood + Ambush |
| 3 | Eviscerate |
| 4 | Vanish (reset) |
Fire Mage
| Step | Spell |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pre-pot + Icy Veins |
| 2 | Fireball + Pyroblast |
| 3 | Combustion |
Arms Warrior
| Step | Spell |
|---|---|
| 1 | Charge |
| 2 | Mortal Strike + Overpower |
| 3 | Slam + Colossus Smash |
Burst priority list
Priority by class
| Rank | Class | Burst |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sub Rogue | 100% in 5 sec |
| 2 | Fire Mage | 80% in 10 sec |
| 3 | Arms Warrior | 70% in 10 sec |
| 4 | Frost DK | 60% in 10 sec |
Burst timing
PvP burst timing
| Time | Use |
|---|---|
| Opener | Full CD + burst |
| Mid-fight | Defensive CD + burst |
| Cleanup | Instant burst |
PvE burst timing
| Time | Use |
|---|---|
| Burn phase | Burn CDs |
| Add spawn | Burst adds |
| Boss enrage | Final burst |
Burst CDs
| CD | Effect |
|---|---|
| Cold Blood | +100% crit |
| Icy Veins | +haste + damage |
| Combustion | +fire damage |
| Bestial Wrath | Pet +damage |
| Avenging Wrath | +damage + crit |
FAQ
Best burst class?
Sub Rogue.
Burst window?
5-10 sec.
Final verdict
Burst = 5-10 sec window. Best class: Sub Rogue.
For more content, see our PvP Best Classes, Crowd Control, and Defensive CDs articles.