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Plate armor in WoW Forever beta is for warrior and paladin. This tier list covers best plate gear per slot.
For broader content, see our Mail Armor, Best Tank, and BiS Gear articles.
Quick summary: Top plate head: Excavator’s Hard Hat. Top plate chest: Cenarion Plate. Best: Excavation Site BiS.
Plate armor basics
Plate classes
| Class | Plate? |
|---|---|
| Warrior | Yes |
| Paladin | Yes (40+) |
Head tier list
| Tier | Head | Source |
|---|---|---|
| S | Excavator’s Hard Hat | Brogdul rare |
| A | Stockade Helm | Stockades |
| B | Plate Helm | Vendor |
Chest tier list
| Tier | Chest | Source |
|---|---|---|
| S | Cenarion Plate | Quest |
| A | Stockade Plate | Stockades |
| B | Plate Chest | Vendor |
Legs tier list
| Tier | Legs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| S | Cenarion Plate Pants | Quest |
| A | Stockade Plate Pants | Stockades |
| B | Plate Pants | Vendor |
Best plate set
| Slot | Item | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Excavator’s Hard Hat | Brogdul |
| Shoulders | Earthen Mantle | Excavation Site |
| Chest | Cenarion Plate | Quest |
| Legs | Cenarion Plate Pants | Quest |
| Boots | Cenarion Plate Boots | Quest |
FAQ
Best plate head?
Excavator’s Hard Hat.
Total plate set?
5 pieces.
Final verdict
Plate = Excavation Site BiS. Best: 5 pieces.
For broader content, see our Mail Armor, Best Tank, and BiS Gear articles.