Best Professions for Paladin in WoW Classic
Vanilla WoW Classic 1.12 · x5 realm · wowx5.ruPaladins wear plate and burn mana potions while tanking and healing, so professions go toward armor crafting or consumables.
Crafting: Blacksmithing + Mining
Blacksmithing + Mining is the obvious pick for a Protection or Retribution paladin: plate armor, weapons and sharpening stones. Armorsmith adds self-only slots. Mining keeps the smith supplied.
Utility: Engineering
Engineering + Mining helps PvP and burst: grenades, Sapper, rocket boots.
Healers want consumables
Alchemy + Herbalism pays off for a healing paladin: own mana potions and flasks, useful in any spec.
| Setup | For | Gives |
|---|---|---|
| Blacksmithing + Mining | Tank, Ret | Plate, weapons, armorsmith slots |
| Engineering + Mining | PvP, burst | Grenades, mobility |
| Alchemy + Herbalism | Healer | Mana potions, flasks |
Leveling: Blacksmithing, Alchemy; specializations. Race: best race for Paladin.
FAQ
Which professions should a Paladin level?
Tanks and Ret take Blacksmithing with Mining (plate, weapons). Healers prefer Alchemy with Herbalism for mana potions and flasks. Engineering is good for PvP.
Is Engineering useful for Paladins?
Yes for PvP and burst: grenades, Sapper, rocket boots. For pure armor crafting Blacksmithing gives more.
Should a healing Paladin take Herbalism?
Yes — Alchemy + Herbalism supplies mana potions and flasks, which healing paladins consume heavily.