World of Warcraft Mage Guide

The mage is the magic class in the game it is much like the priest in that you wear cloth armor and do all magic spells. This is not a melee class. Mages are different from priests in that they are purely a dps class. Where as a priest can be a healer or dps. So if you like to deal out damage and are not into the melee style, this is the class for you.

After you’ve picked the race and faction for your character and select your mage class there are a few things you’ll need to know before you get going.

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Getting Started in the Mage Class

Remember, the mage class has only cloth armor. This is a distinct disadvantage when it comes to close combat. You will need to rely on your dps and fast. It’s important to remember this when you first start playing so you don’t have to start over. The mage’s strengths are in distance fighting.

Once you get to this point, it will be time to pick your profession. You want to pick professions that will compliment your class. Alchemy and Herbalism are a couple. As well as Tailoring and Enchanting. You can either make your own potions or make your own armor.

Blacksmithing, leatherworking and mining are really not well suited for mages.

Skills of the Mage

Since this is a class of magic, you're going to be relying on spells for the mage. Your spells are what will defend you as well as put out dps. You will have a wand and staff as well but these will not do much for you. The wand may come in handy early on, but you will mostly be relying on your spells.

There are three main types of spells that a mage can use: Arcane, Fire or Frost. When used properly, these are incredibly effective at stopping an enemy. However, it is important to be as far away from the action as you can. Keep an eye on your mana, your spells with use this and if you run out you cannot cast anymore spells.

This section on Skills of the Mage is continued on Page 2.

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