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A BM PvP Guide is near the top of my agenda still, but I figured I’d set the stage by sharing a few tips that hunters of all specs can benefit from. 🙂 No matter your preferred build, we all deal damage from range, fight with a trusty companion at our command, and have access to the same baseline abilities. Hence, there are a few general rules of thumb to abide by when playing a hunter in a PvP setting.

This guide will focus mostly on battleground tactics, and not so much on arena strategy. It is not intended to be a “how to pwn noobs for breakfast, with extra rofls and raple syrup” post. This post is directed at players who want to enjoy casual BG’ing with their hunter, but are somewhat lost on how to utilize the class.

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If you’re an epic PvPer with a shiny Gladiator title, etc… you’ll likely not gain much of anything from this article. If you’re a PvE player who wants to enjoy PvP a bit more, or maybe you play a hunter as an alt and would like to hit up some BGs, then this post is for you.

When looking for information on PvP, I find that a lot of sources usually skip over a lot of the fundamental stuff, assuming everyone is already up to speed on their class role and abilities. My aim is also to help players who are not only new to the hunter class, but possibly even new to WoW as well.

When I began this guide the other day, I didn’t have a real clear cut idea as to how involved it would be. Once it reached 2,200 words, with still much to add, I decided to chop it up. I’ll be serving it piece meal over the next few days.

Once I’m done with it, then I’ll start addressing some more BM-specific information.

Well let’s get started shall we…

A stationary hunter is a dead hunter

Hunters should continually be on the move. Standing still allows stealth classes to set up on you with ease. Not to mention, if a rogue or feral druid does happen to open on you, they can gain a distinct advantage depending upon the size of the can of whoopass they were able to open on you during that time. Also, if you are within range of a caster, standing still and within range allows them to get off some of their higher damage spells which require casting times.

Ideally, you want your foes chasing you, or fleeing from you. Do not stand still and fire just because you think you have a safe distance. Always try to maintain that gap. Hunters have a long attack range, which is something you want to always use to your advantage. You start letting players within 30-40 yards of you, even melee, they can utilize abilities that will really ruin your mojo.

The idea is to maintain max range from your enemies, while still being in range of any available healers, all the while being a rolling stone. There are times where you may want to stand still and settle in for some nice Rapid Fire pressure and sustained DPS. If that’s the case, be sure to drop a Flare at your feet, and perhaps a Freezing Trap nearby as well. Having the flare up may prevent a rogue from coming at you, but if they do, you’ve got the early detection happening. If another class comes at you, then try and lure them to your Freezing Trap.

I find it’s much more advantageous and effective to lure a player into an existing trap, than it is to try and lure them into one you’ve just placed. Smart players will avoid it, plus laying a trap uses up a global cooldown you could have used for another attack.

Placing the trap at your feet, then taking a step or two forward is typically what I do. Stealth classes will most often try to open on you from behind, which is why it’s advisable to have a trap just behind you.

However… if you’re involved in a heated standoff where it’s total chaos, then don’t bother with a Freezing Trap in most cases. A Frost Trap is much better in this situation, as it’s quite possible your opponent’s may have DoTs on them, or a fellow teammate may come along and break the trap. In these cases, I usually just hurl a Frost Trap right into the fray. This helps me maintain pressure on the snared targets, and assists my melee teammates who are in there slugging it out.

Anyway… I’ll get more into traps later on…

Proper movement and positioning are key

This is something that many players often undervalue, but one way a true PvPer sets himself apart from the herd is by way of expert movement and positioning. I’ve been PvP’ing as a hunter for over five years now, but I don’t think I really became decent until I played a 19 hunter competitively. Without all of the tools available to you at that low level, much of what you rely upon is proper movement and positioning. Having to hone those skills is something that I feel has really helped me in endgame PvP. Anyway, let’s move on…

Ideally, we always want our enemies at maximum range… this should be a no-brainer. Unfortunately, most of the time we don’t enjoy this luxury. Other classes have far too many ways to close the gap on us. Therefore, it’s important that we practice ways to try and not only maintain range, but also to avoid damage.

Strafing & Kiting

Many of you already know this, but just to be sure everyone is up to speed… players cannot dodge attacks from behind. For this reason, it’s very important that you try to avoid running directly from an opponent, with your back to them, unless you’re under the effect of Deterrence. Instead, you should use a strafing technique to gain range.

Strafing not only allows you a chance to dodge incoming attacks, but it also enables you to continue attacking. Because your opponent is still within a frontal arc of your character, you can still deliver headshots while running. This is especially important now, being that hunters in the Cataclysm era now have the ability to fire auto-shots while on the run… finally!

By default, Q & E are the assigned keybinds for L & R strafing, respectively.

Admittedly, I don’t actually strafe as much as I preach it. What I mainly do is use a technique called the jump-shot, where by I run in a particular direction, jump and fire at my opponent (often slowing them with a Concussive Shot), then landing in the direction I want to travel.

Rather than run or strafe in a straight line, I try to corral opposing players into a small area, by keeping them slowed, and by traveling around them in an arc. If you’re chasing a flag carrier, or running with the flag, then traveling in a linear fashion is generally a good idea. However, if you’re trying to stay alive while involved in a standoff defense or attack, skirting around the perimiter of the action is a good approach. It allows you to continually maintain range, without having to travel very far, and while also keeping in motion.

Think of it like circling the wagon, as the in’juns did back in the old west. 😉

Never use backpedaling as a means to create range from an opponent. Backpedaling is when you simply walk backwards while facing your opponent, using your S key, down arrow, or some other keybind. The obvious reason why this technique is so ill-advised is due to how slow you move while walking backwards. If you need to gain distance, strafe away or Disengage. Remember… speed kills.

I don’t even have a key bind that allows me to backpedal. It’s not really that necessary for any ranged class, and especially not for hunters.

Along with being fleet of foot, a hunter also needs to use his available tools to keep his foes at bay. I’ll get more into these various things in a later post, but I’m speaking in terms of Concussive Shot and Frost Trap. Use them, and use them often.

Go ahead and Ju-ump!

The spacebar is one of my favorite keys when PvP’ing. I am a jumping fool in battlegrounds. Reason being, jumping allows us to change direction quickly – especially when using Disengage. It’s also a great technique to use when applying Wing Clips. Rather than try to hit an advancing melee with a WC head-on, jumping over and around them and applying it at their backside allows you to land a guaranteed snare, while also increasing your chances of avoiding incoming damage, and sometimes confusing and disorienting the opposing player. There are many keyboard turners out there in the BGs, and stuff like this will ruin their day. 😉

Of course, you must use mouse movement to pull off tricks such as these, so if you don’t use a mouse to move already -and- want to become a decent PvP’er, now’s the time to switch. Mouse movement and key binds are quite essential for PvP success. Keyboard turning and clicking may cut it for raiding, but if you want to put on the daddypants and test your skills vs other humans, then steering with the mouse and using keybinds is the only way. 😉 You just can’t simply turn fast enough to properly maneuver a hunter if you’re using your keyboard to turn.

Jumping can also be used to distract an opponent from the obvious fact that you’re laying a trap. You still perform the kneel animation, but if properly sandwiched between a jump, then a jump-shot, it helps to mask the trap animation ever-so-slightly. At least I like to think so… because I have great success with it. 🙂

Line of sight

Hunters have a love/hate relationship with line-of-sight. On one hand, it’s a real thorn in our sides when other players know how to use this to their advantage. However, we can also use it just the same to improve our survivability. A simple sidestep behind a structure can often be the most basic and effective form of a spell interrupt.

I typically prefer open areas with plenty of room to maneuver, but there are times when I like to utilize line of sight to my advantage. For example, my preferred spot for assaulting the enemy flag room in Warsong Gulch is from the roof. A hunter can unload like a turret from the roof of the flag room, hitting most any spot within the room just by skirting around the edges of the roof if needed. If the enemies below decide to turn their focus towards you, then you just need take a few steps backward. They can no longer attack you, as you’ve just escaped their line-of-sight.

In fact, there are many LoS opportunities in WSG. I utilize the trees on the second floor of each base to my advantage whenever possible, as well as the stumps in the middle of the battlefield.

Using line-of-sight for placing traps is also quite effective. It’s much easier to snare an advancing player, especially melee, if you lay a trap while you’re LoS’d, then lure them into it. Think farmhouse or stable in Arathi Basin.

Be aware of your surroundings

In addition to being mindful of line-of-sight, you should always maintain eyes in the back of your head and be thinking about your escape route, should you become under siege. One important (and obvious) thing to remember is to never have your back uphill when you are attempting to Disengage. Regardless of how you’re positioned on sloped terrain, always jump and swivel around so that your back is facing either a flat, or downhill position, in order to gain max distance – preferably not towards more bad guys. 😉

When in BGs, I often glance down at my minimap just so that I’m aware of advancing bad guys, and from which direction they’re coming. I never rely solely upon the information that’s visible in the game window. Tracking is a distinct advantage for hunters – use it and pay close attention to it.

For example, if you are sitting atop the enemy flag room in WSG, then you should also:

• Have a flare and Frost Trap placed at the roof access choke point.
• Be mindful of your minimap, watching for advancing bad guys that may be coming up the ramp to get you.
• Be thinking about where you will make your escape, should the roof become overrun with hostiles.

Another thing you always want to try and beware of are your healers. Make sure you are within range so they can support you if needed, as well you should immediately try and peel off them should they get attacked.

I talk a lot about survivability in this post, but know that this is not what it’s all about. Survivability is a key component to success, but winning games and matches is what it’s all about. I have absolutely no problem staying in a no-win situation if it’s for the greater good of the team. Danger is my middle name… yeah, baby, yeah..!

Camera settings

Regardless of how you like to view the game, I recommend that you set your camera to max-distance if it isn’t already. Another thing you want to do is make sure that your camera moves freely. I’ve been using these settings for so long, I’m not sure if they’re default or not, but just to be sure…

I suggest you use what I’m using.

I am constantly panning around with my camera watching the action from all sides, trying to plan my next move, etc… This technique is very important in keeping with the awareness mantra.

Much more on the way…

I’m going to wrap this post up here, as I think it’s a good basic start to everything I’m planning on talking about. Future posts will refer back, and further touch on some of these points, as I have a lot to cover. Not to mention… writing a PvP guide is tough stuff. It’s difficult enough to try and become adept at it, let alone tackle an all-encompassing guide.

My goal is to be as organized as possible, but it may come out like streams of consciousness at times. I’ll try to cover as much as I can, but I’m sure I’ll miss a few things here and there. If you have any specific questions related to any of the posts that haven’t been addressed in their respective guide, I’ll try my best to answer them. Just please try and refrain from firing off a line of questions before I’ve had a chance to serve up the entire guide. 😉

I estimate I’ve got at least 3 more posts to get through before I’m done, so bear with me peoples…

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The following list contains the macros I use which are beneficial for hunter PvP, along with a brief description of each macro so that you know how they work.

For those of you who’ve never created a macro, click here for a brief explanation and macro how-to…

Anti-Rogue / Feral Druid Macro

This macro works well provided you have Track Hidden enabled, which should be always. If you sense a hidden enemy is stalking you, or you happen to hear the stealth sound from a nearby rogue or druid, just start spamming this macro. It targets the nearest mob, throws up a Hunter’s Mark and sends your pet on them. This is excellent for preventing Rogues and Druids from using their lethal opening attacks.

Disengage + Wing Clip Macro

This simple macro adds a Wing Clip to your Disengage if your attacker is within melee range. If not, then you simply just Disengage as usual. This is helpful for slowing your enemy as you’re getting away. Also, since Wing Clip does not do damage, you can still safely use this even if you’re Disengaging after freezing your attacker in a trap.

Silencing Shot

This macro will cast Silencing Shot at your current target, or your mouseover target if no target is selected.

Wyvern Sting

This macro functions the same as the Silencing Shot macro.

Scatter Shot

This macro functions the same as the Silencing Shot and Wyvern macros.

Tranquilizing Shot

This macro will Tranq your current target, or your mouseover target if no target is selected. I use Tranquilizing Shot quite a bit in battlegrounds to remove all sorts of things like: Hand of Freedom, Avenging Wrath, Druid HoTs, Blessing of Sacrifice, Pain Suppression, Mark of the Wild, etc… This macro makes it easy to dispel on the fly if needed.

Flare Target Circle Macro

This simple macro prevents your Flare’s target circle from disappearing if you accidentally push the button too many times.

Kill Shot Macro

I use this macro to cancel any active buffs that may prevent me from getting my Kill Shot off. This macro will remove Hand of Protection or Deterrence, allowing Kill Shot to fire when ready.

Rapid Fire Macro

This is essentially the same as a typical PvE Rapid Fire macro, but since PvP is all about burst, I’ll include it here as well. This macro pops Rapid Fire and Call of the Wild (if available), plus it activates an on-use DPS trinket if one is equipped. If you don’t have a burst trinket then just remove the /use 14 line.

Bestial Wrath Macro

This macro combines many DPS enhancing abilities for maximum burst during big red, plus it removes Hand of Protection or Deterrence.

One button press will:

• Send your pet on the enemy target.
• Use an on-use DPS trinket (if equipped) in your second trinket slot. If you don’t have one, then just remove the /use 14 line.
• Cast Bestial Wrath
• Cast Rabid
• Cast Call of the Wild
• Cancel Hand of Protection or Deterrence

Use this macro for maximum Beast Mastery ass-kicking power.

Hunter Aspect Macros

Aspect of the Hawk to Aspect of the Fox (+ Aspect of the Wild)

I wouldn’t call this a PvP macro necessarily, but being able to switch aspects quickly is very important in PvP. This macro toggles between Hawk and Fox when pressed, but you can also use it to activate Aspect of the Wild if you hold down the alt key as well. Also, it always defaults to Hawk, so if you’re not in any apsect then it will put you in Aspect of the Hawk.

I pretty much never use Aspect of the Wild, but it’s in there if you need it. 😉

Cheetah to Pack

This is just a basic toggle between Cheetah and Pack. I don’t use these aspects too often in BGs, but it’s nice to combine them both in one simple button press. When pressed, this macro will always activate Cheetah first, so you don’t have to worry about jamming up your teammates on accident. If you want the group speed, e.g., if you’re heading out of the enemy’s unguarded flag room down the tunnel, then just press it again ad you’ll go to Pack.

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Pet Attack Macro

This is another basic all-around macro, but a good one for PvP nonetheless. It makes sure your pet is in defensive mode, then sends it on its target using Dash. Substitute dash for Dive or Dive if you have a flappy pet.

Pet Escape Macro (+ Dismiss Pet)

I use this macro for increased pet control. Pressing this macro commands your pet to return to your side. If your pet’s in real trouble you can press alt as well, and your pet will Dash or Dive for added speed. This is handy for getting your pet out of harm’s way quickly, getting them within Mend Pet range if they’re getting focused, or sending them back to you for Master’s Call, etc.

I added Dismiss Pet to this macro just to save some space on my action bars, but it can be removed if needed.

Pet Sentry Macro

I don’t like having to use my mouse for anything but movement & targeting, so I use a macro to position my pet. This very simple macro will put your pet in defensive mode and display the Move To taget circle. This is handy for positioning them while you’re busy running, etc.

Master’s Call Macro

This macro will cast Master’s Call on you, or on a friendly player if you’re mouse is over them.

Roar of Sacrifice Macro

This macro will cast Roar of Sacrifice on you, or on a friendly player if you’re mouse is over them.

Intervene Macro

This macro will cast Intervene on you, or on a friendly player if you’re mouse is over them.

Spirit Mend Macro (for Beast Masters)

This gives you a bit more control over your Spirit Beast’s awesome Spirit Mend ability. If you have a mouseover target selected, e.g., your flag carrier or a teammate in need of heals, then it will cast Spirit Mend on them. if no target is selected then it will cast Spirit Mend on you.

Manually activating Spirit Mend is a good idea in PvP because when on autocast, Spirit Mend only activates at 50% health or below, and only while in combat. Also, your pet will either autocast it on you, or itself, depending upon which of you reaches the 50% threshold first. Take control of Spirit Mend — it’s an amazing PvP ability for Beast Masters.

All-in-One Pet Care Macro

This another handy macro for any type of play – not just PvP. Pressing the macro will:

• Call your pet if it’s not out.
• Heal your pet if it is out.
• Revive your pet if it’s dead.

By default, it will call out the pet in your first slot, but if you hold the alt key down it will call out the pet in the 2nd slot – provided your first pet is not dead, and has been dismissed.

If your pet’s corpse is not in your line of sight, just hold down shift to force the Revive Pet.

Spirit Beast (or cat) Stealth Macro (for Night Elves)

This macro is one I use once in awhile. It activates Shadowmeld and Spirit Walk (when out of combat) – putting both my pet and I in stealth mode instantly. It’s useful for those times when you need to hide – either to escape certain death or to prepare for a ambush. You could use prowl instead of Spirit Walk if you’re using a cat, but… you probably shouldn’t be using a cat if you’re PvP’ing. Just saying. Visit this page to find a good selection of Hunter PvP pets.

Right-Click /cancelaura Macro for SBF Users (e.g., GarUI Users)

Blizzard is disallowing 3rd party addons from using the right-click ability to cancel buffs. This is a huge pain in the ass for players like me, who like to use SatrinaBuffFrame. This makes it difficult to perform quick actions like passing the flag in Warsong Gulch or Twin Peaks, or canceling Camouflage quickly before grabbing a flag.

To combat this, I created a simple macro. When pressed, it will drop the enemy flag, or cancel Camouflage if it is active. If you’re a dirty Hordie, then replace Horde Flag with Alliance Flag. if you play the fence, then put both lines in there. 😉

PvP Trinket Macros

Nothing really fancy about this, apart from the fact that I always use gear slots for my trinkets, rather than dragging the trinket to my action bar. By using a gear slot as your trinket macro it allows you to always know which trinkets you have equipped. Also, this makes it easy to swap out trinkets while in BGs if you want to alternate during cooldowns, etc. I always keep my PvP trinket in slot 13, but sometimes I like to switch out trinkets in slot 14.

Healthstone / Potion Macro

This macro will use a Healthstone if you have one, or a healing potion if you do not. Substitute in the appropriate healing potion type. I rarely use health potions in BGs, especially now since they’re so costly, but a handy macro nonetheless.

Battle Standard Macro

This one is simplistically wonderful. If you’re in Alterac Valley, you’ll drop your AV Battle Standard — if you’re in any other BG, then you’ll drop your Alliance Battle Standard. Before I created a macro for them I only used them on occasion. This was mainly due to the inconvenience of opening my bags and looking for the proper one. Now I use them all the time.

Dirty Hordies can replace Stormpike and Alliance, with Frostwolf and Horde – respectively.

Seaforium Bomb Macro

I use a macro like this to place my Seaforium Bombs in either Strand of the Ancients or Isle of Conquest. Because I can’t click off buffs within my UI, and since I don’t like using my mouse for anything besides moving and targeting anyway, this macro works well for me.

You can add daily quest items to the macro as well. For example, this macro will allow you to place Seaforium Bombs, use the Tahret Dynasty Mallet on the Thieving Little Pluckers, and the Magnetized Scrap Collector in Tol Barad.

Introduction to Macros

Macros are commands that combine and/or enhance certain abilities or actions. You can use them to pair up complimentary abilities for a synergistic effect, or you can add additional functionality to an action. Macros are great for combining multiple abilities into one action bar slot and just generally streamlining your play.

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I find macros invaluable for PvP play, as they can enhance your ability to perform split-second actions, as well as get the most out of your skills and abilities.

Creating a Macro

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1. Open up your Game Menu.
2. Click on the Macros tab.
3. Click ‘New’.
4. Type a short name for your macro (2-6 characters).
5. Copy (ctrl + c) the macro on this page you’d like to use.
6. Paste (ctrl + v) it into the text window of your macro UI.
7. Enjoy!

For more on macros, please see the hunter macros page.

If you’d like to share any hunter PvP macros that aren’t listed here, please add them in the comments section below.

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