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WoW Forever Mage Guide: How to Start
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Mages are ranged spellcasters with Polymorph and conjured food and water. In WoW Forever, they learn Frostfire Bolt at level 40, get a new minor skill called Comprehension for reading scrolls dropped by creatures, and new talents like Arcane Blast and Ice Lance. Orcs can be Mages for the first time, and so can High Order Skyborne.
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At a glance
| Role | Ranged damage, with crowd control and food and water |
| Specs | Arcane, Fire, Frost |
| Races | Human, Gnome, Undead, Troll, Orc (new), Skyborne High Order |
| Good for | Players who love classic wizard magic |
What's new for Mages in WoW Forever?
- Frostfire Bolt at level 40, counting as both Fire and Frost.
- Comprehension, a new minor skill for reading scrolls dropped by creatures.
- New talents: Arcane Blast and Missile Barrage (Arcane), Ice Lance and Fingers of Frost (Frost).
- Cold Snap is now a Frost talent.
Beginner tips
- Mages are fragile in melee: freeze, step back, cast.
- Polymorph takes one enemy out of the fight.
- Conjure your own food and water and you'll rarely stop to buy any.
Which race?
Alliance guides lean Gnome. Horde picks differ between guides. Best race for every class.
Can Willo help?
Ask me "Which spell school should I level with?" while you play. Want lore? Ask me about Jaina, the Kirin Tor or Dalaran.
FAQ
Can Orcs be Mages in WoW Forever?
Yes. Orc Mage is new in WoW Forever.
When do Mages get Frostfire Bolt in WoW Forever?
At level 40.
What is Comprehension in WoW Forever?
A new minor Mage skill for reading scrolls that creatures drop.