Arcane Mages have been the preferred mage spec at the top of charts in Phase 1 and will continue to be strong in Phase 2 ofWrath of the Lich King Classic.However, with the higher item level Fire Mages are going to start being more competitive too. If Players are still enjoying Arcane they’ll surely want the best gear that they can obtain in Ulduar. This post outlines which items are theBest in Slot(BiS) that can be equipped in the second content phase of Wrath classic. If you’re still gearing up a new character, ourPre-Raid BiS list from Phase 1can help you find some good gear before heading intobattle with the Old God, Yogg-Saron. This gear is obtained from Dungeons and which will now drop Phase 1 Raid gear too!

All of our guides can be found in ourWrath of the Lich King Classic Directoryor by navigating the Table of Contents at the Top of the screen. If you are looking to improve your Damage for Ulduar or any other content in Wrath Classic be sure to check out theArcane Mage PVE Guide.

Arcane Mage BIS Phase 2 - Ulduar

The table below shows the absolute very best equipment for each slot for Arcane Mage. We’ve also included theBest GemsandBest Enchantsfor them as well.

Conqueror’s Kirin Tor Shoulderpads

Runed Scarlet Ruby

(Inscription Exclusive:Master’s Inscription of the Storm) >Greater Inscription of the Storm

Sunglimmer Cloak

(Tailoring Exclusive:Lightweave Embroidery) > (Engineering Exclusive:Springy Arachnoweave) >Enchant Cloak - Greater Speed

Grasps of Reason

(Leatherworking Exclusive:Fur Lining - Spell Power) >Enchant Bracers - Superior Spellpower

Flare of the Heavens

Petrified Ivy Sprig

  • Jewelcrafting: Replace any 3Runed Scarlet RubywithRuned Dragon’s Eye. Replace 1Runed Scarlet Rubywith 1Runed Stormjewel.

Complete Gear Options For Arcane Mage Phase 2 - Ulduar

Many of the top items are contested by other classes as they are also BiS for them too.If you’re struggling to get the top piece of gear for each slot then it would also be wise to know what other options are available. Use the table below to quickly navigate to each equipment slot to find multiple options in case your luck has been bad or the competition for that BiS item is too high.

Weapons

Wand

The top piece is going to be highly contested; but if you’re starting out upgrading items, having the tier 8 2-set bonus is something to look for and keeping the tier 7 2-set bonus is also a really good strategy.

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Thorim (25), 58xEmblem of Conquest

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Best Neck For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

Thankfully the top option isn’t very contested, don’t attempt to look for hit rating from this slot though, the options are lower dps.

Best Shoulder For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

The tier shoulders are the best option regardless of 10 or 25-man version; try to gear in a way that you can keep 2 piece t7 set bonus as well! Included a Hit option as well if you are struggling with the

Best Back For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

The Quest reward from the Algalon quest is going to be the best option for both 10 and 25M; provided some options for Hit Rating as well.

Drape of the Messenger

Algalon the Observer (10)

Best Chest For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

The tier piece is going to be the best bet for 10 and 25M, the set bonus is really strong. When gearing, try to maintain the 2-set bonus from each tier until ready to get 4-set bonus from tier 8.

Hodir (25) and 58xEmblem of Conquest

Assembly of Iron (25)

Best Wrist For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

There aren’t a lot of good options for bracers and the BiS for Arcane Mages is highly contested by about 11 other specs. For 10M it may be better to go with theUnsullied Cuffsfrom Phase 1 Sarth.

Shackles of the Odalisque

Best Gloves For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

Pharos Gloves are also going to be BiS for a lot of specs because of the ilvl and perfect stat allocation. Tier glovers are another option but can be replaced if not breaking any set bonuses.

Handwraps of the Vigilant

Best Belt For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

Algalon is known as the best place for a lot of caster gear, but luckily the tailoring crafted belts are also good options until getting BiS.

Algalon the Observer (25)

Embrace of the Leviathan

Best Legs For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

The top piece is not that much better than the Tier legs so keeping the set bonus might be the best option here.

39xEmblem of Conquest

​​​​Best Feet For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

For boots, the best option is another highly contested piece, but there are other options if you need hit as well. The Tailoring boots are going to be the best option for 10-man.

Best Rings For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

The top two rings provide the best stats for almost all spellcasters, in fact, most of the remaining options are going to be in the same order for everyone.

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Best Trinkets For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

For Trinkets, the Flare of the Heavens and Scale of Fates are the best options. There are a few other options if you need hit, and for 10-man especially, the proc fromDying Cursein Phase 1, still performs well too.

Best Weapon For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

A one-hand and off-hand combo typically provide better stats than a 2 hand Staff, but the Staff of Endless Winter is actually a very good option.

Best Wand For Arcane Mage In WotLK Phase 2

The 10-man hardmode wand that drops from Freya is going to be the best wand for arcane mages, along with 7 other specs as well.

Best Gems For Arcane Mage In Phase 2 - Ulduar

Be sure to replace aRuned Scarlet Rubywith the new fishing daily epic gemRuned Stormjewel. They are not soulbound so players can also purchase them at the auction house. Arcane Mages will want to focus on getting the following gems for each individual socket type:

Meta Gem Socket

The Crit gem still holds up as the BiS Meta Gem, typically players will want to usePurified Twilight Opalin 2 of their blue sockets.

Red Socket

For red sockets focus on Spell Power provided by these gems.

Blue Socket

For a blue socket, the Spell Power / Spirit gem is the best; only use 2 to activate the Meta Gem and aim to use it where the socket bonus is Spell Power or Crit.

Yellow Socket

Players can also use the orange gem below in yellow sockets, where the socket bonus is Spell Power or Crit. Use the haste option if you are already hit capped.

Best Enchants For Arcane Mage In Phase 2 - Ulduar

The list below shows which enchants players will want to use for their Arcane Mages. These will likely be the same from Phase 1. Head and Shoulder enchants can be found via Reputation and the rest are from the professions (Enchanting, Leatherworking, and Blacksmithing) and can often be found at the Auction House. Some professions provide a better option that is Exclusive to the character that has the profession and should be used instead of the other options.

Enchanting

Other Mage Guides

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