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The stave also generates a magical shell around you when you guard.
The second style is orb and dagger.
Ranged attacks use mana, so plan carefully.
Just don’t forget to let your Primer effects linger for a while before having an ally Detonate them.
Fire Wall’s usefulness is more situational, but it does have its uses.
Even if you’re not keen on theDeath Callerspecialization, unlockingTrait: Channeled Thoughtsis essential for any Mage build.
Grab theImbued Duration passive to apply shocking status to your weapons after a detonation, and then unlockCorrupted Ground.
If you want a powerful fire skill that’s easier to use, stick with the startingArcane Shotability.
Get theInner Focuspassive near Meteor to gain 25 percent more mana after landing light attacks.
It increases fire damage when you use an electric skill and electric damage when you use a fire skill.
The follow-up rule is that your stave’s element and orb-and-dagger’s elements should never match.
Don’t forget - these weapons can be enchanted, but not upgraded.
For your helm, we recommendCarastes Double Hat, the same as we did for theDeath Callerspecialization.
The double hat increases Mana regeneration and adds an extra 25 percent stagger damage when you use an ability.
Keep in mind these armor pieces can be enchanted, but not upgraded.
You could pair that with theParagon’s Knuckle ring, which grants you two sizable defense boosts.
It boosts the power of Strike abilities and increases how much health damage they deal.
Finally, for your belt, an excellent choice is theHardbitten Beltfrom the Hall of Valor merchant.
Finally, like the red-coloured weapons and armor, it’s always worth checking any red accessory you collect.
Your stave and orb can take the increased damage modifiers.
It boosts how much damage you deal when you detonate a stack of three Arcane Marks.
Ultimate energy takes a long time to generate on its own, so every bit helps.
Mage enchantments for accessories
Veilguard gives you some strong enchantment options for your accessories.
For rings, putMana Regenerationon both until you unlock higher ranking enchantments.
Then, put eitherProjectile Damageon one or, at rank nine,+50 mana.
Good luck playing as a mage in Dragon Age: The Veilguard!
