Classes
| Class | Roles | Leveling tier | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
 Mage |  | A | Human, Gnome, Troll and Undead are the other choices. Pick on looks until Blizzard posts the reworked racials. |
 Priest |  | B | New pair Gnome Priests are new in Forever, and Blizzard says Priest racials were reworked with new Gnome options. We'll name the best one when the details are out. |
 Rogue | | B | |
 Warlock | | S | Human and Gnome are the Alliance choices. Same advice on racials. |
 Warrior |  | B |
Source: Blizzard: race and class combinations · checked 1 Nov 2026
Racials
Not published for Forever yet. Blizzard's Priest post says racials were reworked (new Gnome and Undead options), so we don't copy the Classic list here. They go up from the live client in launch week.
Character plans
- Gnome Mage ranged damage
- Gnome Priest healer
- Gnome Priest ranged damage
- Gnome Rogue melee damage
- Gnome Warlock ranged damage
- Gnome Warrior tank
- Gnome Warrior melee damage
FAQ
What classes can a Gnome be in WoW Forever?
Mage, Priest, Rogue, Warlock, Warrior (5 classes). Source: Blizzard's race and class table.
What is new for Gnomes in Forever?
Gnome Priest: Blizzard lists it as a new race and class pair.
What are the Gnome racials in WoW Forever?
Blizzard hasn't published Gnome racials for Forever yet, and its Priest post says racials were reworked, so Classic racials may not carry over. We add them from the live client.