Sacred:Flameskin
Flameskin | |
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Type | Combat Art |
Character Class | Battle Mage |
The Flameskin is a Combat Art available for the Battle Mage.
Official Description
"The Mage is enveloped in flames. Opponents who come too close will suffer damage. Arrows burn up on impact."
- Sacred Gold Manual
This spell sets the Battlemage ablaze. Whoever approaches him will suffer fire damage. This also increases the Battlemage's protection against arrows. These will catch fire when they get close to the Battlemage and will deal less damage on impact. |
Usage Strategies
Likely the most under rated CA of the Battle Mage. Flameskin is an exceptional form of protection use it to block enemy arrows, add to your defense and cause damage. Maintain the level of Flameskin at the same level as your character or more for best effect. By all means create a weapon slot that will boost the casting level of Flameskin.
The % chance to block arrows is based on the Spell level & your character level. If you keep the Spell evel constant, you will find that the % chance to block decreases as your Battle Mage levels up, therefore you need to keep investing in this spell in order to keep the % block up.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Can be cast upon other players or NPCs in your party.
- Offers significant protection.
- Has a hidden bonus to defence.
Cons
- % block chance decreases with increasing character level, so you'll need to invest in Flameskin every so often in order to keep the % block up.
Stats Chart
Flameskin lvl | 1 | 10 | 25 | 50 | 100 | 150 | 200 |
Chance to block | 14% | 41% | 61% | 75% | 85% | 90% | 92% |
Duration | 45s | 54s | 69s | 94s | 120s | 120s | 120s |
Fire Resistance | +65 | +425 | +1025 | +2025 | +4025 | +6025 | +8065 |
Damage | Fire |