In matter of this choice, I've contemplated alot what to pick (glad level xp).

Thing is, alot of people don't count GCD into account since this is major factor of your actions in terms of pvp. I think mages have the higest GCD value of all classes (damage wise). The arcane/fire specc offers so much one shot potential with:
ignite
stun
fireblast low cd
10% more mana
pyro blast
instant pyro
arcane power
silence

I am level 50 on my warlocks (4x lock/disc) and I can kill lv 60 without any problem in 4-6 sec even without optimal dot specc and no spell power almost.
Thing is, I am concerned of groups and to react super fast, which on other hand with mages is not problem beacuse if groups try to engage they will face massive dmg with arcane power arcane explosion.
Also, do note that ZG ttrinkets give arcane power to really one shot shit beyond comprehesion.

Also, mages get port and food and bit faster leveling. However, the gear requirement is insane for mages and they only got arcane missles and cast time for 36 yards. How would that faire in large scale battle is byond me. Since no block on arcane, they don't have any def utilites. The 4x fireblast with ignite could prolly kill people abit but still.


Warlocks , on other hands with 4x death coil can coil once and dot and person will die in 99% cases. Also, the warlocks get roughly 3k hp over mages and their gear is way way more suitable for pvp and easier to get. Plus, there is no mana limit due to life tap.

I've did math and got nearly 400 sp in p1, with 860 in p6 with bis gear (non consumables, with consumables I ended with 1100 sp which is TBC value!!!)

Since I am Horde, shamans pose no counter (they woudn't even if i was human, due to pet totem stomp macro.)

Curse of tongues can make some really good stuff.

Post your opinions more, I am really looking forward to hear more opinions.