Introduction
Hearthstone Hunter Class, led by Rexxar and Alleria Windrunner, are aggressive, nature-driven heroes who master ranged weapons and beast companions. They focus on relentless offense, using traps (Secrets), precise shots, and animal allies like bears and hawks to pressure and punish opponents with swift, calculated attacks.
Heroes
The Hunter class is represented by several heroes, with Rexxar serving as the default hero.
Rexxar
Class: Hunter
Voice actor: Matthew Mercer
Hero ID: 5
Artist: Ben Thompson
Alleria Windrunner
Class: Hunter
Voice actor: Michele Morrow
Hero ID: 11
Artist: Jomaro Kindred
Sylvanas Windrunner
Class: Hunter
Voice actor: Patty Mattson
Hero ID: 91
Artist: Glenn Rane
Tavish Stormpike
Class: Hunter
Voice actor: Gideon Emery
Hero ID: 247
Artist: Jim Nelson
Lor’themar
Class: Hunter
Voice actor: Gideon Emery
Hero ID: 1119
Artist: James Ryman
Bakin’ Brann
Class: Hunter
Hero ID: 1145
Artist: Décio Júnior
Huin Highmountain
Class: Hunter
Voice actor: Dave Boat
Hero ID: 1555
Artist: Grafit
King Krush
Class: Hunter
Hero ID: 3109
Artist: Mooncolony
Hakkar the Houndmaster
Class: Hunter
Hero ID: 3472
Artist: I. Fomin & Mooncolony
Kerrigan
Class: Hunter
Voice actor: Vanessa Marshall
Hero ID: 3918
Artist: Wayne Wu & Hearthstone Art Team
Vivian Sharpshade
Class: Hunter
Hero ID: 4194
Artist: Mooncolony
Hero Power
A Hero Power is a unique ability available to each hero, costing 2 Mana Crystals and usable once per turn.
Steady Shot
Class Hunter Card type Hero Power Cost 2 Mana Formats Standard, Wild, Twist, Arena, Duels Card set Legacy Rarity FreeSteady Shot is the Hunter's Hero Power, dealing 2 damage directly to the enemy hero. It's a simple but powerful tool that lacks complex synergies, yet offers consistent pressure and can win games over time if used every turn. Its strength lies in reliably chipping away at the opponent’s health, making it ideal for aggressive strategies that focus on face damage. However, Steady Shot can only target the enemy hero by default and cannot be aimed at minions. Certain cards like Steamwheedle Sniper and Dwarven Sharpshooter can modify it to target any character, adding strategic flexibility.
Replacement Hero Powers
Ballista Shot
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Wild, Twist
Card Set: Legacy
Dinomancy
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Journey to Un'Goro
Build-A-Beast
Class: Neutral
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Knights of the Frozen Throne
Berserker Throw
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Rastakhan's Rumble
Pharaoh's Warmask
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Saviors of Uldum
Summon Pet
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Fractured in Alterac Valley
Ravage
Class: Hunter, Death Knight, Warlock, Demon Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Standard, Wild, Arena
Card Set: The Great Dark Beyond
Tracking
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Standard, Wild, Arena
Card Set: The Great Dark Beyond
Blessing of the Wolf
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Hero Power
Cost: 2
Formats: Standard, Wild, Arena
Card Set: Into the Emerald Dream
Beasts
Hunters never fight alone, thanks to their skill in taming beasts of all kinds. Strengthen your powerful allies and charge into battle with a loyal pack of companions by your side.
Jeweled Macaw
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Minion
Cost: 1 mana
Attack: 1
Health: 2
Minion Type: Beast
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Journey to Un'Goro
Rarity: Common
Race: Bird
Call Pet
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 2 mana
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Goblins vs Gnomes
Rarity: Rare
Race: Beast
Dire Frenzy
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 4 mana
Formats: Wild
Card Set: The Witchwood
Rarity: Common
Race: Beast
Halazzi, the Lynx
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Minion
Cost: 5 mana
Attack: 3
Health: 2
Minion Type: Beast
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Rastakhan's Rumble
Rarity: Legendary
Race: Beast
Traps
Proceed with caution, heroes—Hunters can set lethal traps, Secrets that trigger when their opponents make a wrong move on the battlefield.
Explosive Trap
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 2 mana
Spell School: Fire
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Legacy
Rarity: Common
Race: Night elf
Freezing Trap
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 2 mana
Spell School: Frost
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Legacy
Rarity: Common
Bear Trap
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 2 mana
Formats: Wild
Card Set: The Grand Tournament
Rarity: Common
Rat Trap
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 2 mana
Formats: Wild
Card Set: The Witchwood
Rarity: Epic
Race: Beast Worgen
Shots
Hunters can empower their ranged weapons with potent effects, unleashing devastating and crippling shots.
Marked Shots
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 4 mana
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Rise of Shadows
Rarity: Common
Race: Night elf
Deadly Shot
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 3 mana
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Legacy
Rarity: Common
Quick Shot
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 2 mana
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Blackrock Mountain
Rarity: Common
Race: Orc
Explosive Shot
Class: Hunter
Card Type: Spell
Cost: 5 mana
Spell School: Fire
Formats: Wild
Card Set: Legacy
Rarity: Rare
Race: Abomination Ghoul
Strengths and Weaknesses of the Hunter Class
Strengths
Aggressiveness
Hunter’s Hero Power deals consistent damage each turn, making it ideal for aggressive decks and helping close out games even after running out of cards.
Beast Synergies
Many Hunter cards become much stronger when a Beast is on the board, enabling powerful plays like Houndmaster that outperform the usual mana curve.
Sticky Minions
Hunters use deathrattle minions that spawn Beasts, making their boards hard to clear and ensuring ongoing synergy and pressure.
Weaknesses
Beast Synergies Can Backfire
Hunter cards relying on Beasts become weak if the opponent consistently removes them, making synergy cards situational.
Board Dependence
Hunters struggle to recover once they lose board control due to limited and weak reactive tools.
Not Suited for Control
Hunter lacks board clears, healing, and a board-impacting Hero Power, making control strategies largely ineffective.
Core Cards
Finishing the Apprentice Track grants 17 unique Hunter cards (with a total of 32 copies), and winning up to 500 games in Ranked or Arena unlocks golden versions of existing cards. Core cards cannot be crafted or disenchanted.
Cards
The table below shows the distribution of Hunter cards available in both Standard and Wild formats.
Rarity Hero Minion Spell Weapon Location Free 0 8 12 0 0 Common 0 66 66 7 0 Rare 0 57 64 6 3 Epic 0 22 38 8 0 Legendary 3 52 5 3 0Frequently Ask Questions (F.A.Q)
❓ What is the Hunter class best known for in Hearthstone?
Hunters excel at aggressive strategies, using their Hero Power (Steady Shot) to deal damage and maintain pressure consistently.
❓ What is the Hunter Hero Power and how does it work?
Steady Shot costs 2 mana and deals 2 damage directly to the enemy hero. It can only target the hero and is great for aggressive playstyles.
❓ Are there different Hunter archetypes?
Yes. Popular archetypes include Aggro Hunter, Beast Hunter, Secret Hunter, Highlander Hunter, and Quest Hunter, each with different strategies.
❓What are Beast synergies in Hunter decks?
Beast synergies enhance cards when you control a Beast on board. Cards like Houndmaster gain additional stats or effects if you have a Beast in play.
❓How important are Secrets in Hunter decks?
Very. Hunter Secrets act as traps that trigger when the opponent makes specific plays. They add unpredictability and board control potential.
❓Can Hunter play control-style decks?
Rarely. Hunter lacks healing, board clears, and defensive tools, making it difficult to sustain a control playstyle successfully.
❓What are some key Hunter cards for beginners?
Cards like Animal Companion, Kill Command, Eaglehorn Bow, and Savannah Highmane are great foundational cards for new players.
❓How do I earn Hunter cards?
Hunter cards are earned by leveling up the class, completing the Apprentice Track, winning games in Ranked/Arena, and through card packs.
❓What’s the best strategy when playing Hunter?
Maintain early board control, curve out efficiently, and use your Hero Power every turn to apply consistent pressure.
❓Is Hunter a good class for beginners?
Yes. Its straightforward game plan and strong early-game options make it beginner-friendly, especially for players who enjoy aggressive gameplay.
