WoW Cataclysm Classic: Demonology Warlock Guide

With World of Warcraft Cataclysm Classic now live, many players are gearing up their characters to try out the end-game content. As with previous Classic launches, players will not have complete access to all of the raids, but rather, Cataclysm Classic will deploy all of the instances in phases, allowing for slower and more casual players to catch up. 

Given the fact that not everyone got to experience Cataclysm, some newer players will be rather clueless as to how to approach gearing as Blizzard implemented a lot of changes in this expansion, ultimately redefining which stats are important depending on your role and class. With that being said, we will take a look at the best gear for your Demonology Warlock so you can top the DPS charts with ease. 

WoW Cataclysm Classic Pre-Raid Demonology Warlock BiS

This guide will focus on Wowhead's extensive research to provide a simple and straightforward way for newer players to quickly identify which items to pursue as well as how to build their Demonology Warlocks before raids become available in Cataclysm Classic. 

WoW Cataclysm Classic Demonology Warlock Talents and Glyphs

Image via Wowhead

Image via Wowhead

WoW Cataclysm Classic Demonology Warlock Rotation and Cooldowns

There are several rotations that you will need to use depending on the encounter. We will go through all of the major abilities you should prioritize using to ensure your DPS and mana are sustained accordingly.

Standard Rotation

1. Summon Felguard - If not the active pet.
2. Curse of the Elements - If no one else provides the debuff.
3. Hand of Gul'dan – Whenever off cooldown
4. Bane of Doom - Do not use if the target won't live long enough (15 seconds) to receive a damage tick.
5. Corruption
6. Shadowflame - In melee range
7. Incinerate – Whenever Molten Core procs
8. Soul Fire – Whenever Decimation procs
9. Incinerate or Shadow Bolt - Filler spell depending on your build.

AoE Rotation

1. Demon Soul: Felguard
2. Felstorm - Pet must be in melee range.
3. Metamorphosis & Immolation Aura - You must be in melee range
4. Shadowflame - Whenever off cooldown.
5. Hellfire - As filler, clip when needed
6. Corruption & Immolate - Spam on all with less than 6 mobs

Important Cooldowns

• Metamorphosis
• Demon Soul
• Dark Intent
• Summon Doomguard

And that covers everything you need to know in terms of gearing up your Demonology Warlock in Cataclysm Classic. As Blizzard slowly starts releasing the rest of the end-game content, we will make sure to update you accordingly.