Midrange Paladin Deck List Guide - April 2016 (Season 25, Wild)

Posted by: EvidentPublished: February 1, 2016Updated: October 16, 2026Dust: 7,040Rating: 0.4/5 (507 votes)

Class: PaladinFormat: WildType: MidrangeStyle: Meta Deck

Deck Description

Midrange Paladin is a deck that uses quality minions and weaponry to maintain board control and slowly erode the opponent's health. The problem for Midrange Paladin is that it has no real burst potential and can only really win games in which it controls. Paladin, however, has one of the most dominating board clears in the game with its Equality into Consecration combination.

While the deck isn't on the top of the tier list, it is still a very solid deck. Muster for Battle was a much needed addition to Paladin and pairs well with Knife Juggler and Quartermaster. Tirion Fordring is still the most powerful card in the game, and Lay on Hands is a great card to get you out of harms way and refill your hand.

Midrange Paladin Deck List Update - April 2016 (Season 25)

Secret Paladin has pretty much obliterated the popularity of this deck, but it's still pretty strong, it's just not top tier.

Midrange Paladin Mulligan Guide and Strategy

Zombie Chow, Shielded Minibot, Knife Juggler, and Muster for Battle are your general keeps. Aldor Peacekeeper can be kept to gain early tempo and is great against Control or a deck you know is playing Piloted Shredder. If you're on the coin you can consider keeping Piloted Shredder, Coghammer, or Truesilver Champion.

Midrange Paladin Tech Cards

The deck kind of utilizes most tech cards in its core build. You will see many decks only run 1 Quartermaster because the card will not always find value. A second Equality is sometimes in the deck if you're feeling defensive, and Kel'Thuzad has even been spotted from time to time.

Midrange Paladin Card Substitutions (Replacements)

Keep in mind that replacements for cards are rarely ever going to be perfect. It's usually easiest to try and come close to what the card accomplishes, or double up an already existing card in the deck.

Harrison Jones: Loatheb is a good option, or you can just add Acidic Swamp Ooze.
Keeper of Uldaman: Blessing of Kings and Murloc Knight are decent replacements. A second Truesilver Champion also works here.
Lay on Hands: Second Antique Healbot, or you can consider Solemn Vigil which works well with Muster for Battle.
Sylvanas Windrunner: Loatheb again is a good option, you could also go with a second Equality, Quartermaster, or Truesilver Champion.
Tirion Fordring: Sunwalker is kind of a direct replacement, but obviously much weaker. Tirion Fordring is arguably the best card in the game, so if you plan on playing Paladin I would strongly consider investing in it. Ragnaros the Firelord or Kel'Thuzad are other potential options.

Midrange Paladin Combos and Synergies

Equality and Consecration are a great combination for clearing boards. You can also pair Equality with Muster for Battle for an easy way to deal with an annoying minion.

Coghammer and any minion getting a free trade or two can instantly change the game. Imagine trading with Zombie Chow, and next turn dropping Coghammer to pick off another minion and getting another free trade with Zombie Chow. This combination can be devastating to aggressive decks.

Muster for Battle and Quartermaster is very strong, and you can sometimes pull this off early in the game if your opponent can't immediately deal with your recruits.

Keeper of Uldaman is such a versatile card. It turns your innocent 1/1 recruit into an amazing trading machine, or it reduces a pesky large minion to Truesilver Champion size.

106 Comments

Randsborg August 8, 2015
I feel like this is actually one of he strongest classes in the meta, outclassed only by patron, and not 100% of the time. It's a value deck that's only shortcoming is its lack of card draw, but with efface t minions you'll find you don't run out of cards easily.
I've actually taken to running Bolvar in my Pali for a little flavor instead of blessing, just one more treat to be dealt with, to 'distract' or draw out removal for your real end game: Tirion.
Thanks for reading, happy playing!
1. Ranuck August 13, 2015
  That's actually the same change I did for the exactly same reason, and sometimes I onehitted with Bolvar (Muster OP stacking), while I was playing more value creatures like Shredders, Belchers or even Sylv. I got to rank 4 not playing a lot, so maybe someone can reach legend with it ;3
Vigilant October 22, 2015
No Justicar Trueheart in the update?
1. Evident October 22, 2015
  It's on the edge of being in the deck. If you wanted to add it you could cut a Sludge Belcher.
  1. OnlyArion November 11, 2015
    Or a Quartermaster seems better in the meta right now. (I think.) In the end I love this deck because you can change it till it fits your playstyle!
MilkShakeson October 22, 2015
In which in place of Harrison Jones and Tirion Fordring?
1. Evident October 22, 2015
  Harrison you can add Loatheb. Tirion you can put in Sunwalker.
Benjamin95 October 22, 2015
replace for Harrison? :D
1. Evident October 22, 2015
  Loatheb.
  1. MD412 October 26, 2015
    What about for Quartermaster? :D
    1. Evident October 26, 2015
      Second Murloc Knight and a Sylvanas or Loatheb. Quartermaster is a pretty big deal in this deck, you might find the deck not performing well without it.
      1. Likey January 12, 2016
        I really disagree to that as i went 10-2 without any QM or LOH.
cargoo October 23, 2015
i love this deck is very very strong value total and nice control
1. Vigilant October 23, 2015
  Agree. Very balanced. Very few bad draws. Lots of synergies.
Roflstomper October 28, 2015
Is it viable to swap 1 zombie chow for an extra ironbeak?
1. Evident October 28, 2015
  If you aren't playing a lot of aggro you could get away with that.
porcojones November 1, 2015
Guys...
I have 1600 dust. What I do?
1 tirion ou 2 quartermaster and 1 lay of hands?
1. KSlide November 3, 2015
  I would go for quatermasters and lay of hands. You can swap out Tirion with sunwalker for now
2. OnlyArion November 11, 2015
  I really think the tirion is just soooo good. It's possible to get the other cards easier.
stephen November 3, 2015
i am buying 90 packs will that get me this deck?
1. Evident November 4, 2015
  I think you'd be close, but you would also need Naxxramas for Zombie Chow.
Scaldera November 4, 2015
Can I replace Boom with Ragnaros?
And what can use instead of one Quartermaster?
1. Evident November 4, 2015
  You can replace Boom with Ragnaros, and I would go second Murloc Knight for Quartermaster.
Kcin November 4, 2015
I do not have lay on hands just yet, what would be a suitable replace? i was thinking a guardian of kings, but i was skeptical
1. Evident November 4, 2015
  I think that's a reasonable replacement.
DerDoug November 8, 2015
What could be replaced for coghammer?
1. Evident November 8, 2015
  Loatheb, Sylvanas, or second Murloc Knight.
stephen November 9, 2015
what can I take out for justicar true heart?
1. Evident November 9, 2015
  Harrison Jones probably.
Alias November 11, 2015
Sorry to put you through all the troubles of answering my Druid questions, but I've found my favorite deck by far. Midrange Paladin is a strong, and amazingly consistent deck. Happy I gave it a go.
someone November 11, 2015
have all the cards except the legendery cards :(
trecex November 13, 2015
hello, is 2 quartermaster necessary? I'm running -1 + sylvanas.
Also any replacement for coghammer or is it necessary? I'm thinking of craft a coghammer + lay on hands, or lay on hands + another quartermaster. Thanks!
1. Evident November 13, 2015
  Quartermaster is dependent on the meta. The card can be rather slow at times and clog up your hand. Coghammer is very strong, so I would try to keep that in the deck.
WUBWUB November 17, 2015
instead of running coghammer im running the one weapon when you playa minion it gives +1+1, is it good replacement or shoul i really craft coghammer?
1. Evident November 17, 2015
  Coghammer can be really good, but I wouldn't necessarily craft it right away. I'd try the deck without it and see how you like it.
WUBWUB November 19, 2015
sorry to writhe this here Evident but is there a way to somehow register to this website? i'd really like to!
1. Evident November 19, 2015
  Soon!
  1. WUBWUB November 19, 2015
    Woohoo! can't wait!
dmanov2 November 26, 2015
So my question is , is it still worth to play this deck and what are the most importants cards(1st to craft)
1. Evident November 26, 2015
  Yes, Midrange Paladin is very strong right now. I'm not sure what you need, but a general order would be Dr. Boom then Tirion. I would hold off on Harrison as that's more of a meta call.
Hoobs November 29, 2015
Whats your opinion on Emperor in the deck, i mostly like it for turn 7 Tirion and the possibility of 10 mana Dr. 7 Consecration
1. Evident November 29, 2015
  The deck is probably slow enough for it, but I don't see it played very often.
  1. Hoobs November 30, 2015
    Thanks for the reply. I rarely see it played in midrange pally too, which is a shame because i feel it could be an excellent addition.
GarThePuma November 30, 2015
Evident Sir!
Hey. First of all, wonderful website you got here...its so simple and good looking. Great job!
I think most players would agree that double keepers of uldaman should be put in this deck now?
1. Evident December 2, 2015
  That's probably true, but I'm waiting for the meta to shake out a bit longer to update the meta decks. Thanks!
  1. GarThePuma December 6, 2015
    What's decks are top tier?
    1. Evident December 6, 2015
      Midrange and Secret Paladin, Freeze Mage, Reno Handlock, Warlock Zoo, Malygos Warlock, and Midrange Druid. There's more and the order of the decks are arguable.
      1. GarThePuma December 7, 2015
        Ah thanks sir, I appreciate your quick replies
Alias December 16, 2015
Ugh, my friend sold my Sylvanas... feels TERRIBLE crafting a legendary you sold. I only have 1 Quartermaster atm, so I might just go for the 1 quartermaster version.
1. Zacharoon December 16, 2015
  You need both :^)
Sakaya December 20, 2015
Missing Sylvanas, BGH, Quartermaster, Coghammer, Harrison and Keeper, is it even worth trying to make this sort of deck work without them?
1. Evident December 20, 2015
  It would be tough, but I think you could somewhat fill in those gaps. Loatheb, second Equality, Piloted Sky Golem, Murloc Knight, second Truesilver Champion are some of the cards that could make up for those.
  1. Sakaya December 20, 2015
    I have all those except a Piloted Sky Golem, would something like Sunwalker or Ragnaros fill a similar role?
    1. Evident December 20, 2015
      I would probably go Ragnaros, but if you're facing a lot of aggro Sunwalker would be better.
      1. Sakaya December 20, 2015
        Thanks :)
Artoxz December 24, 2015
what can i replace harrison jones with
1. Artoxz December 24, 2015
  dont worry just read the same question
Cad December 24, 2015
I lose to freeze mage quite often.. I wish there was a definite way to counter it
Right now I have Loatheb instead of Jones.
1. Evident December 24, 2015
  Well, Kezan Mystic is an option if you really want to counter it.
James December 24, 2015
Wow Paladins are so ridiculously easy to play. I just went 13-1 with this deck and overall 23-4 with my other secret pally deck. And it is still my first week playing a paladin. This is so easy and fun. No wonder everyone plays paladins. How do you lose with a paladin? I am unskilled at this game, but so easy right now! lol
Mario December 26, 2015
I have everything except harrison jones, should I replace it with justicar or maybe loatheb? One seems to have more sinergy but the other stays on curve, uhm...
1. Evident December 26, 2015
  I personally like Loatheb, but either choice is good.
Bugiardono December 26, 2015
I replaced -1 Antique Healbot -1 Knife Juggler | +1 Quartermaster +1 Justicar
I might readd Antique healbot and cut a sludgebutcher. Not sure yet.
Overall, this deck works like a charm.
xpowderx December 28, 2015
For faster board wipes drop the consecrations and add 2 Wild Pyromancers. Cost 4 mana instead of 6, Can be used anytime past turn 4. Especially against those fast aggro decks.
Nounis December 29, 2015
Replacement for harisson jones ? would loatheb fit in this deck ?
1. Evident December 29, 2015
  Yes, that works.
Hideck December 30, 2015
Ysera isn't better than Sunwalker for replace Tirion?
1. Evident December 30, 2015
  That would work as well, but doesn't protect you very well from burst.
2. Porgem April 8, 2016
  Ysera fits the late game large threat aspect of tirion, but sunwalker has the burst protection. Your choice.
Tim December 30, 2015
Hey im rank 12 and i just got a black knight today.
I dont have Dr. Boom, Sylvanas and harrison.
I play Alexstrasza instead. Is it worth to play the Black Knight?
Thanks for your reply
1. Evident December 30, 2015
  I mean if you don't have those other three cards then I think Black Knight is fine.
JackBuffalo December 31, 2015
Substitute for Keeper of Uldana?
1. Evident December 31, 2015
  Second Truesilver, and you can use Loatheb or Justicar if you have them. A cheaper option would be Murloc Knight.
BZAwu1986 January 11, 2016
What do you fink about adding a Enhance-o Mechano card to this deck ?
1. Evident January 11, 2016
  This is almost a control deck, I wouldn't be looking to put burst combos in it.
  1. Tugalol April 13, 2016
    I dunno...the deck seems to curve out well enough for it to have plenty of room for one burst combo... I'd say -1 Shredder for +1 enhance
    Especially late game with quartermaster/muster combo...next turn drop enhance-o and enjoy the win.
fotis January 12, 2016
a suggestion to replace sylvanas except trueheart
1. Evident January 12, 2016
  Loatheb.
  1. fotis January 13, 2016
    i already have instead of jones..thanks for the reply by the way!
    1. Flinnbo February 28, 2016
      From reading the description I would say go with Kel'Thuzad
Tomas January 19, 2016
Awesome deck! I had to replace Harrison Jones with Loatheb. 28-15 65% so far
Baboshi21 January 25, 2016
Replacement for bgh I usually end up just sitting on. Him all game and want something a little more proactive
1. Evident January 26, 2016
  Second Truesilver could work.
Phil February 4, 2016
I'm considering cutting the keepers for murloc Knights to try something new, but they are quite versatile but not quite enough to make them an auto include, maybe cutting one for a murloc knight or even second truesilver
Stefyk7 February 6, 2016
Why not in this deck Justicar Trueheart ?? thank you for answer .. :)
1. PoorLeno March 15, 2016
  I agree. why not Justicar Trueheart?? i love that card for paladin
Seeing Sounds February 8, 2016
Can you tell me why are you not running haunted creepers? I run two. I am looking to change my deck to climb more effectively so thanks for your answer.
Neler February 11, 2016
What can i put instead of lay on hands?
1. Evident February 11, 2016
  Second Antique Healbot or Solemn Vigil.
Aa February 20, 2016
Any substitute for z- chow? I really don't like using that card.
David February 26, 2016
I like alex in my decks, wich card do you think should I change ?
1. Evident February 26, 2016
  I'd probably take Harrison Jones out for it.
2. Penoyer79 March 26, 2016
  Yeah i have Alex teched in a few of my decks.
  Nothing is more satisfying when your opponent goes "Im Sorry" and drops Reno Jackson and you have Alexstrasza sitting in your hand.
Dividus0707 February 26, 2016
What about replacing owl by breaker? I tried and I am performing good. You get essentialy an extra minion that at lest trades with something. In a control deck like this i think in general is a better silence. What do you think? And Other thing, Harrison is amazing in the current meta, is a very good countrer vs Shamman, also crushes Jaraxxus, that appers a lot in Renolock and crushes the Tryrion weapon. At least usefull vs warrior and rougue.
Fistouille March 11, 2016
-1 Quarter + 1 Loatheb
1. Ahdapt March 15, 2016
  -1 Knife Juggler +1 Justicar
davidus707 March 19, 2016
I have crafted Justicar and I am trying a version more oriented to maximize the Truesilver recruits power. I have cutted one belcher for an other quartermaster and Sylvanas for making place to Justicar. And performing very good! Other thing. What do you think the new paladin cart from wishpers have plece in the deck? (In wild) I think I will run one instead of sanabot.
1. Evident March 19, 2016
  I'm not sure, it gets really punished by AOE and you don't get the Weapon which was actually pretty important for Muster.
  1. Davidus707 March 19, 2016
    I was talking about forbbiding health, not about the 5 recruits one, I should have specied, it.
    1. Evident March 19, 2016
      Oh sorry, I think the healing spell might not be as good as Lay on Hands.
      1. davidus707 March 19, 2016
        Yes I agree. I would never cut Lay of Hands. I was thinking in -healthbot +forbbiding health. My doubt is if it would be better than sanabot in the restoring health rol. You loose the 3/3 minion but are able to restore more. What do you think? And about changing the owl for the braker in the slience rol? I think in a control deck you want a better body instead of a cheapper card, the only problem is that is harder to silent nerubian eggs vs zoo.
        Evident March 20, 2016
        It's so tough to speculate, I'm not sure if the healing card is actually good or not. Ironbeak Owl is usually used because it's so cheap and allows you to play other things (or play it early), so I'm not sure Spellbreaker is the better choice. I think you have some valid reasoning, but I'd just have to wait and see how the expansion plays out.
      2. Penoyer79 March 26, 2016
        Forbidden Healing is pretty bad IMO. if it doesn't draw cards or effect the board it's usually trash.
fotis March 23, 2016
way more usefull the loatheb from harison!!
Thijs April 3, 2016
Hey guys! I run this deck with good succes, I cut Sylvanas for Justicar. But lately I really want to try to tech in Kel'Thuzad. What should I cut? The Justicar? Any advice? Thx in advance!
1. Evident April 3, 2016
  Yeah, you could cut the Justicar or maybe a Sludge Belcher.

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