Hunter Macros WoW Classic: Pet, Traps and Ranged Combat
Vanilla WoW Classic 1.12 · x5 realm · wowx5.ru
The hunter is the only WoW Classic class with a permanent pet companion. Macros help control the pet, set traps, and maximize DPS at range. On WowX5 x5 hunters are essential for kiting and controlling mob packs.
Hunters have a "Dead Zone" at 5–8 yards where neither ranged nor melee attacks work. Use Wing Clip to escape it and get back to shooting range.
Core Attack Macros
Aimed Shot + Auto Shot
Keeps continuous ranged attacks going:
`` /cast Aimed Shot /cast Auto Shot ``
Multi-Shot Spam
`` /cast Multi-Shot ``
Pet Control
Attack / Follow with One Button
| Modifier | Action |
|---|---|
| No Shift | Pet attacks current target |
| Shift | Pet follows you |
`` /cast [mod:shift] Passive; Attack ``
Full Pet Stop
`` /petfollow /petstay ``
Pet Attack Focus Target
`` /petattack [@focus] ``
Traps and Kiting
Freezing Trap with Pet Send
`` /petattack /cast Freezing Trap ``
Feign Death + Trap
Drop aggro and set a trap:
`` /cast Feign Death /cast Freezing Trap ``
Feign Death has a ~30% chance to fail — don't rely on it as a guaranteed aggro drop in raids. Use it only in emergencies.
Wing Clip Kite Macro
Slow and escape melee range:
`` /cast Wing Clip /cast Auto Shot ``
Raid Macros
Explosive Trap Placement
`` /cast Explosive Trap ``
Aspect of the Hawk / Monkey Toggle
| Modifier | Aspect |
|---|---|
| No Shift | Aspect of the Hawk (DPS) |
| Shift | Aspect of the Monkey (dodge) |
`` /cast [mod:shift] Aspect of the Monkey; Aspect of the Hawk ``
Keep Aspect of the Hawk in raids for maximum DPS. Switch to Aspect of the Monkey only when the boss is attacking you.
PvP Macros
Concussive Shot + Wing Clip
`` /cast Concussive Shot /cast Wing Clip ``
Useful Hunter Macros Table
| Name | Code | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Pet Toggle | /cast [mod:shift] Passive; Attack | Pet control |
| Feign+Trap | /cast Feign Death + /cast Trap | Aggro drop + CC |
| Aspect Toggle | /cast [mod:shift] Aspect Monkey; Aspect Hawk | Aspect switching |
| Auto+Aimed | /cast Aimed Shot + /cast Auto Shot | Max DPS rotation |
FAQ
How to set a trap in combat with a hunter macro?
Send your pet with /petattack to hold the target, then /cast Freezing Trap. Using Feign Death before the trap drops aggro and lets you place the trap safely.
What is a Wing Clip kiting macro for hunters?
Kiting means slowing the target with Wing Clip and moving away while shooting. Macro: /cast Wing Clip then /cast Auto Shot for maximum slowing and control.
How to control the hunter pet with macros?
Use /petattack (attack), /petfollow (follow), /petstay (stay). Add [@target] for a specific target: /petattack [@target].