Best 5v5 Arena Comps

The strongest 5v5 (5s) arena compositions in TBC Classic, ranked S through C for Arena Season 2. Each comp links to a full guide with its game plan, cooldown timeline, positioning, counters and required gear. Browse by class below to narrow it to your main.

Bracket2s 3s 5s

ClassWarrior Paladin Hunter Rogue Priest Shaman Mage Warlock Druid

TierS A B C

Stylecleave control sustain burst

Diff1 2 3

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1 comp

5s Melee Cleave

The default competitive 5s archetype: stacked melee burst (warrior + rogue) behind two or three healers. 5s in TBC is less rigid than 2s/3s — think in team archetypes, and melee cleave is the highest-floor one.

Cleave