Beast Mastery Hunters were the champions of single-target DPS in Burning Crusade Classic. They topped the damage meters on many fights and were some of the best options available for dishing out damages. However, it came at a cost as they lacked the utility and buffs other classes provide. That shortcoming, alongside nerfs in Classic Wrath of the Lich King, represents a downswing for the effectiveness of the BM spec for Hunters. They'll have some usefulness in speedrunning applications or shorter-length fights. Generally, however, they are the worst option for Hunters.