Mage DPS Abilities & Rotation Guide - WoW Classic

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Once Escalofrío invernal is up to five stacks use Poder Arcano and any Damage related Racials/Trinkets

Descarga de Escarcha

Fire Mage rotationBola de Fuego

Agostar until Agostar mejorado is up to 5 stacks (It may be the role of just one Mage in a group to keep this up)

Use Combustión (this can depend on your group situation) and any Damage related Racials/Trinkets

Bola de Fuego

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AbilitiesOffensive Spells

Bola de Fuego: This spell is one of the first spells available to a Mage. It does high damage for a fairly high Mana cost, and is used from the start of the game all the way to raiding. It is the core spell for any Fire Mage.

Descarga de Escarcha: This spell is vital from the start of the game all the way to raiding. It provides solid damage for the Mana cost and a very useful slow. It is the core spell for any Frost Mage.

Explosión de Fuego: An instant spell that hits the target for a high amount of fire damage. This is mainly used in PvP to burst down targets.

Misiles Arcanos: First channeled spell available to a Mage. It does good damage for its cost but is outshined by both Bola de Fuego and Descarga de Escarcha due to their damage, Mana efficiency, and synergy with talents.

Deflagración Arcana: The first AoE spell available to a Mage. This spell does very effective AoE damage but is outshined by Ventisca, which allows Mages to control enemies when combined with the Ventisca mejorada talent. However, it is still useful for instant AoE damage.

Ventisca: Every Mages favorite AoE spell. When this spell is combined with the Ventisca mejorada talent it can be used to consistently damage melee enemies while keeping them far away. Using this spell with Nova de Escarcha can be devastating to groups of melee enemies, as you are able to constantly slow and freeze them. This is often used by Mages to take down multiple enemies quickly.

Cono de frío: High damage AoE effect spell. This spell is unique as it only damages enemies in a cone in front of the Mage. It is often used in AoE farming and PvP as a high damage tool when combined with the Trizar and Cono de frío mejorado talents.

Fogonazo: Unique AoE spell, as it damages enemies over time, in addition to its initial damage. This spell is mostly used by Fire Mages when fighting groups of enemies. However, it can be very useful in any situation with groups of enemies, including PvP if it is combined with the Impacto talent.

Piroexplosión: One of the most iconic Mage spells. The spell has a very long cast time but deals incredible damage. It is a good way to start a fight or can be combined with Polimorfia to easily damage a helpless enemy. Requires 10 points in the Fire tree.

Ola explosiva: This is a very strong instant cast AoE spell. It does massive damage around the Mage and slows all enemies. Useful both PvE and PvP when fighting groups of enemies, especially if combined with the Impacto and Ignición talents. Requires 20 points in the Fire tree.

Agostar: This spell has a very short cast time. It is used in both PvE and PvP to do a lot of damage quickly. It is especially effective when combined with the Ignición and Agostar mejorado talents. In raids this spell will be especially useful as it can increase all Fire damage done to a target, via the Agostar mejorado talent.

Defensive Spells

Armadura de Escarcha: This is the first Armor spell available to Mages. It provides a very useful boost to armor to the Mage, as well as inflicting a slow on any enemies who strike the Mage with a melee weapon. It is later replaced by an improved version, Armadura de hielo.

Armadura de hielo: Upgraded version of Armadura de Escarcha. It becomes available at level 30 and provides the added bonus of Frost Resistance. This spell is useful while levelling, but is later outshined by Mage Armor, as it allows a Mage to regenerate Mana while casting.

Armadura de mago: Focused around utility, but also provides a useful boost to Magic Resistance. This Armor spell is generally used over Armadura de hielo in group content due to the fact it allows a Mage to continue regenerating Mana while casting.

Escudo de maná: One of the only ways for a Mage to block physical damage. This spell absorbs a set amount of physical damage but drains Mana for every point of damage done. It is generally not very useful as it can drain a lot of Mana, but can be used in a pinch.

Bloque de hielo: One of the best defensive spells in the entire game. This spell makes the Mage completely invulnerable and is definitely a lifesaver for anyone who is able to use it. It has a long cooldown, but it can be shortened by the Mordedura de frío talent. Bloque de hielo is key for Mages that want to PvP, but is not needed for PvE. Requires 20 points in the Frost tree.

Barrera de hielo: A very strong shield that is only available to Frost Mages. It blocks any type of damage and allows Mages to cast without worrying about spells being interrupted through damage. Just like Bloque de hielo, the cooldown can be shortened through the Mordedura de frío talent, and it is very important in PvP. Requires 30 points in the Frost tree.

Utility Spells

Intelecto Arcano: One of Mages staple buffs. Increases Intelligence on any target it is cast on, which is always useful for anyone with Mana. This can be upgraded to Luminosidad Arcana with a Escrito sobre Luminosidad Arcana, allowing the spell to buff the Mages party in one cast.

Polimorfia: Incredible control spell that disables a target for a lengthy duration. This spell is very handy all through the game, in every aspect of the game. It can be used in PvE to disable a powerful monster while killing their allies, or in PvP to disable a target. Just remember, using Polimorfia on a damaged enemy will rapidly heal them!

Nova de Escarcha: This spell is a powerful AoE control tool. It is amazing against any melee opponents, allowing the Mage to lock them down and create space. It can be used in combination with Ventisca against groups of enemies to control them and take them down all at once. It is also vital against melee classes in PvP, as it allows a Mage to create enough space to safely cast their spells.

Caída lenta: Slows down falling speed and can potentially save the target from a fatal situation. It is very effective in places like Arathi Basin and Ahn’Quiraj where you can find yourself quite high in the air. Keep in mind it requires a Pluma ligera!

Eliminar maldición inferior: Removes one curse from a target. This spell is very strong against any target that casts curses, such as a Warlock in PvP.

Detectar magia: This spell lets you see what buffs a target enemy has. This can be useful in PvP to see what you’re up against, but has little use otherwise.

Amplificar magia: Increases the magic damage and healing taken by a target ally. This can be useful if fighting opponents that deal only physical damage, as it will increase healing taken with no downside.

Atenuar magia: Polar opposite of Amplificar magia. It can be useful if you are fighting opponents that deal a vast amount of magic damage. It depends heavily on the situation, however, as healing received is also reduced.

Evocación: This spell restores a large amount of Mana over 8 seconds. It is exceptionally useful in long fights where Mana becomes a problem, but is a great all around spell that reduces downtime.

Traslación: Great spell for getting out of sticky situations and creating space. It can also be used to remove certain stun and root effects, such as a Warriors Seccionar mejorado, or a Druids Raíces enredadoras. It can also be used right before hitting the ground after a fall to avoid damage.

Resguardo contra el Fuego: Absorbs Fire damage. Can be useful when fighting enemies with high fire damage, such as most enemies in Molten Core. However, it does not have much use in the game.

Resguardo contra la Escarcha: Absorbs Frost damage. Useful against enemies who deal a high amount of frost damage. Like Resguardo contra el Fuego, it does not have much use in the game, although, it can be upgraded with Escrito sobre Resguardo contra la Escarcha V.

Contrahechizo: Mages only interrupt spell. It is incredibly useful in PvP when fighting other casters, especially when combined with the Contrahechizo mejorado talent. If you manage to hit an enemy healer with a Contrahechizo at the right time, it can completely shut them down and turn the tide of a battle. It can also be helpful in PvE, just remember it generates a lot of threat!

Teletransporte a: Ventormenta: The Teleport spells are a set of convenience spells. They allow a Mage to teleport him/her self to their faction’s capital cities. It is very useful for traveling around the world. Requires a Runa de teletransporte.

Portal: Ventormenta: Portals are another set of convenience spells. They allow a Mage to create a portal that allows the Mages group to teleport to a selection of their factions capital cities. Again, very useful to travel around the world, and this time bringing your friends along. Requires a Runa de portales.

Crear comida & Crear agua: Mages are able to create food and drink, meaning they will always be able to regenerate Health and Mana when needed. This is a very convenient spell which saves both time and gold when shopping. The spell is upgradeable as you level, so remember to visit the Mage Trainer often to get the best Food and Drink possible!

Crear Rubí de maná: This spell creates a Mana Gem of varying strength depending on rank. This allows a Mage to restore Mana instantly, similarly to a Mana Potion. However, you can only carry one at a time.

Presencia mental: Very useful spell that can be used for quick control through Polimorfia, or for burst damage with spells like Descarga de Escarcha, Bola de Fuego, and Piroexplosión. It is present in most Frost Mage PvE builds due to the extra burst damage is provides. Requires 20 points in the Arcane Tree.

Poder Arcano: Another very strong Arcane Spell that increases damage. This spell also makes spells cost more Mana, however, so it may be best combined with low-cost spells like Descarga de Escarcha if the fight is likely to last a long time. Requires 30 points in the Arcane Tree.

Mordedura de frío: This is a solid all-around utility spell. It can be used for more control, damage, or survivability depending on the situation. It resets the cooldown on key frost spells like Barrera de hielo, Bloque de hielo, Cono de frío, and Nova de Escarcha. These spells can then be used again to give you a massive advantage in any fight. Requires 10 points in the Frost Tree.

Combustión: Increases critical strike chance of all Fire spells when activated. It is a very useful damage boost that is mostly used in PvE. Depending on the group this spell may be rotated to control Threat, or can just be used when an extra bit of damage is needed. Requires 30 points in the Fire Tree.

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Comentarios

Comentario de Sverch

"Once Winter's Chill is up to five stacks use Arcane Power and any Damage related Racials/Trinkets"

I am sorry, but how is it possible to take both Winter's Chill and Arcane Power talents?

Comentario de Agamemnicon

Great article, but isn't the listed fire mage rotation a bit simplistic? Does Pyroblast or Fire Blast ever factor in? I'm thinking Pyroblast could be an opener that you start precasting while the tank is charging in. Those who have 8/8 Netherwind should also use that proc for Pyroblast, no question. The Ignite and Incinerate talents also buff Fire Blast. Even though it requires much closer proximity to your target it seems worthwhile to mix in.

Mage DPS Abilities & Rotation Guide - WoW Classic

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