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It's official; Patch 3.0.2 is going live today. While the servers are down, now is the time to update your mods and plan what talent specs you will choose once the talent points reset. I've spent some time in the last couple weeks researching leveling specs in preparation for Wrath of the Lich King, and I realized that what research I was doing might benefit the blog.

Keep in mind as you go through this list that these are suggestions based on what I've read on the net and what I have tested myself in the beta. I play all classes, but not all of them at end game, so while these specs are suggested, they might not necessarily work for you. These suggestions are more of a general guideline for those needing a jumping off point. If you have some ideas that are better than these, please share. After all, that's what a blog is about: the exchange of ideas about a common subject.

Talent specs for leveling in Wrath after the jump.

Death Knight

Of the three talent trees, Blood is the most powerful for leveling. The Blood leveling spec focuses on using the 2h Runeblade for massive melee damage, and with Improved Rune Tap this build is extremely self-sufficient. While the Unholy is certainly flashy with all it's plague and summoning power, I have the most fun playing as Blood. Yes, I know you can't roll your Death Knights yet, but it's still good to plan ahead for next month. As a side note, now would be the time to start gathering cloth for your DK's First Aid.

Druid

While the arguement can be made to level Balance, for me the Kitty Leveling Build is still top notch. For the last 8 points I plan to grab Nature's Grasp, Savage Fury and possibly a couple points into Brutal Impact because I just love Pouncing mobs from behind.

Hunter

I love, love, LOVE Beast Mastery. This build is clearly the winner when it comes to leveling, as you have nearly zero downtime and mobs die fast. The exotic pets are just plain fun, and really, isn't what fun the point of it all?

Mage

The Frost leveling spec is the one I have had most experience with in the beta. Most things die before they even have time to reach me, which is downright lovely. It's been a long while since I played as frost, but I must say, I'm enjoying it immensely.

Paladin

If you haven't heard, Retribution is finally viable, and more than that, it's fairly powerful now. I can't honestly remember a time I heard people yelling "Nerf Ret!" like I did at the BlizzCon Class panel, so you know the world is about to end. Until it does, enjoy the power that is Ret my Paladin Brethren.

Priest

Priest leveling is a bit trickier than the others, but it isn't as much a hassle now that we will have the dual specs in Wrath. So while I love me Guardian Spirit, I will stick with Discipline for leveling, and use my second spec for healing 10-mans. Granted, I've never played Discipline before, but Blizzard assured me I can still heal with this spec, and I will test it out myself today.

Shaman

My shaman has been Enhancement since day one, and it's great to know that leveling as Enh is still viable. Feral Spirit is essential if not only for the cool factor, but also for the added DPS a pack of wolves brings to the party. All-in-all, I will be rocking the melee damage and enjoying every second.

Warlock

For leveling the Demon Tactics/Ruin build looks to be the sweetest. The phrase "OP" comes to mind, with Demonic Sacrifice, Soul Link, & a 5% increased chance to crit with Demonic Tactics. The Shadow Bolt spam is simple and effective for taking down mobs on your way to level 80.

Warrior

Two words: Titan's Grip. The Fury Warrior is most definitely the leveling master with the new talents coming out today. Also, there's Titan's Grip. Did I mention Titan's Grip? 'Nuff said.

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