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Hunter: Night elf woman with long blue hair and face markings in green armorShaman: Orc shaman with braids, surrounded by lightning

Hunter vs. Shaman

First class

Hunter

Second class

Shaman

Key differences

  • Only the Shaman can heal.
  • The Hunter fights at range.
  • The Shaman fights in melee or at range, depending on the specialization.
  • Both wear mail.
  • The Hunter is more beginner friendly.
  • The Hunter does better solo.
  • More races can play the Hunter (8 instead of 5).

At a glance

At a glanceHunterShaman
RolesDPSHealer, DPS
ArmorMailMail
Combat styleRangedMelee and ranged
Playable races85
Talent treesBeast Mastery (DPS), Marksmanship (DPS), Survival (DPS)Elemental (DPS), Enhancement (DPS), Restoration (Healer)
Beginner friendly4/53/5
Solo play5/54/5

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The classes in short

Hunter

The Hunter is WoW Forever's most relaxed class to level: its tamed pet holds enemies while it attacks from range. New: the Human Hunter for the Alliance.

Learn more about the Hunter ›

Shaman

The Shaman is a versatile totem hybrid in WoW Forever that can heal or deal ranged or melee damage. New: with the Dwarf, the Alliance gets Shamans for the first time.

Learn more about the Shaman ›
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Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Hunter or Shaman?

Neither class is better in general. The Hunter is more beginner friendly. The Hunter does better solo. In the end, what matters is which playstyle you enjoy more.

What is the difference between Hunter and Shaman?

Only the Shaman can heal. The Hunter fights at range. The Shaman fights in melee or at range, depending on the specialization. Both wear mail.

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