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Frost Mage

PvE Guide Patch 11.0.5
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DPS Rotation & Cooldowns

This rotation guide provides a quick, basic understanding of which abilities to prioritize when playing a Frost Mage, along with additional details on important cooldowns at the bottom. Updated for the latest patch in World of Warcraft: The War Within (11.0.5).

Single Target

Pre-cast Frostfire Bolt at 2 seconds on the countdown.

The core rotation involves casting Frostfire Bolt, followed by Flurry to trigger Shatter. Use Icy Veins on pull and follow up with Comet Storm and Ice Lance to maximize damage.

AoE

Start with Icy Veins to boost damage.

For AoE, begin with Icy Veins and Frozen Orb, then follow with Blizzard and Frostbolt until you reach 9 stacks of Deaths Chill. Use Comet Storm and Ice Nova as needed.

Cooldowns

Use cooldowns strategically for maximum impact.

Prioritize Icy Veins for speed, followed by Frozen Orb and Comet Storm for burst damage. Use Ray Of Frost and Glacial Spike strategically to maximize damage output.