Windwalker Monk MoP Classic PvP Talent Builds
MoP Classic • Patch 5.4.8 • Updated February 3, 2026
View the optimal Windwalker Monk PvP talent build for Mists of Pandaria Classic. MoP uses a tiered talent system where you choose one of three talents at each tier. The tree below represents a standard arena build. Be sure to check the notes below to know how and when to swap talents.
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Standard Arena Build
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Tiger's Lust is ALWAYS played. Having both a root breaker AND a sprint is super useful in this expansion, especially given the popularity of Mages and Druids.
Chi Wave is the default choice - super easy to use with decent damage and good healing. Chi Burst can be played to maximize burst windows in comps like WW Mage or WW Hunter, but Chi Wave is perfectly good in these comps too.
Chi Brew is ALWAYS played. This gives us on-demand Chi and Tigereye Brew stacks which is EXTREMELY useful for bursting, making sure we have enough Chi to perform our full combos.
Leg Sweep is ALWAYS played. This is our AoE stun which lasts an astounding 5 seconds and is super important for keeping targets locked down during burst windows.
Healing Elixirs is soft-locked for most matchups - acts as both a passive and active self heal which is nice in every game. Diffuse Magic should be swapped in against double caster teams for 90% magic damage reduction.
Rushing Jade Wind is ALWAYS played. This is one of our top sources of damage in most games, dealing massive AoE damage over time that combos well with our burst. Think of it like having Bladestorm damage while still controlling your character.