Updated on November 7th, 2024.
Looking to keep your edge in Destiny 2’s latest season? Week 8 of The War Within Season 1 has brought exciting shifts in the DPS ranks at Nerub-ar Palace. Analyzing Warcraft Logs data for Mythic difficulty, we’re here to break down which classes have risen to the top—and which ones could use a little boost. Dive in for insights on each position and see how the DPS meta is evolving.
Disclaimers and Source
Our analysis is based on data from Warcraft Logs for Mythic Nerub-ar Palace as of October 29th, focusing on the 95th percentile to show overall trends in DPS rankings. While we aim to give a solid view of the current class balance, it’s important to keep in mind that the picture remains incomplete due to biases such as underrepresented specs and skewed statistics from early boss kills. Furthermore, early-season gearing heavily influences the first weeks’ rankings, making the results prone to fluctuations.
Top Performers in Nerub-ar Palace: Week 8 DPS Analysis
Each week brings new adjustments to the leaderboard, with classes shifting in ranks due to raid progression, gear updates, and the meta’s ever-changing nature. Here’s a glance at the DPS rankings and what they mean for your next raid:
Overall Statistics
Position | Spec and Class | Population Size | Change from Last Week |
1 | Enhancement Shaman | 18,575 | ↑2 |
2 | Demonology Warlock | 13,378 | ↑12 |
3 | Destruction Warlock | 20,502 | ↑19 |
4 | Survival Hunter | 5,997 | ↑5 |
5 | Fury Warrior | 29,019 | ↑8 |
6 | Assassination Rogue | 23,723 | ↑1 |
7 | Frost Mage | 18,852 | ↑5 |
8 | Outlaw Rogue | 2,464 | ↓7 |
9 | Beast Mastery Hunter | 24,599 | ↓5 |
10 | Arms Warrior | 5,227 | ↑15 |
11 | Retribution Paladin | 42,051 | ↓3 |
12 | Subtlety Rogue | 1,718 | ↓6 |
13 | Elemental Shaman | 17,396 | ↓11 |
14 | Arcane Mage | 23,123 | ↑2 |
15 | Shadow Priest | 11,874 | ↑6 |
16 | Havoc Demon Hunter | 23,770 | ↓6 |
17 | Devastation Evoker | 8,079 | ↓2 |
18 | Frost Death Knight | 24,964 | 0 |
19 | Affliction Warlock | 4,864 | ↑7 |
20 | Marksmanship Hunter | 8,707 | ↓15 |
21 | Unholy Death Knight | 10,810 | ↓10 |
22 | Balance Druid | 18,790 | ↑1 |
23 | Feral Druid | 3,907 | ↓4 |
24 | Windwalker Monk | 13,698 | ↓7 |
25 | Fire Mage | 3,291 | ↓5 |
26 | Augmentation Evoker | 12,388 | ↓2 |
Analysis of the Top DPS Classes
- Enhancement Shaman: Currently dominating the DPS leaderboard, Enhancement Shamans have surged to the top, thanks to their versatile toolkit and impressive sustained damage.
- Demonology Warlock: Rising 12 spots this week, Demonology Warlocks have cemented their position as a powerhouse in both single-target and AoE situations, showing exceptional performance in Nerub-ar Palace.
- Destruction Warlock: With a 19-spot leap, Destruction Warlocks are a top choice for burst damage, especially in fights where high sustained output is crucial.
Factors Influencing These Rankings
- Class Popularity: Higher-played specs often rank better as more players explore their full potential.
- Raid Progression: As more players progress through Nerub-ar Palace, some classes naturally excel with higher-tier gear and tactics.
- Spec Bias: In the pursuit of peak performance, players often gravitate toward top specs, which can amplify their standing on the leaderboard.

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Darya Chavez is a gaming journalist passionate about delivering the latest news from the world of video games. With a sharp eye for industry trends and updates, she keeps players informed about upcoming releases, events, and major game changes.