Is Black Mage strong?
Is Black Mage strong?
A lot of players consider the Black Mage one of the most powerful DPS-oriented Jobs out there. Unfortunately, not a lot of players use Black Mages due to their mobility limitations. Unlike other classes with more versatile equipment options, Black Mages benefit mostly from their staves.
Is it good to play Black Mage in FFXIV?
- Optimizing your BLM rotation requires serious study of the encounter, your job, execution… This high mastery aspect of Black Mage can be a draw or turn-off depending on the person. Aesthetically and thematically, the FFXIV BLM feels real good. It pays great homage to the general Final Fantasy Black Mage.
What kind of mages are in Final Fantasy?
- Few classes are as recognizable in the Final Fantasy worlds as the magic-wielding, spell hurling mages. Whether you’re looking for ranged DPS or powerful healing, these jobs are what constantly top the list.
When do you get Red Mage in FFXIV?
- Added in Stormblood and available upon reaching level 50, the Red Mage job is a ranged magic DPS that mixes white and black magic. The translation from the classic Red Mage to the FFXIV version is arguably not true to form, but it's a great compromise that's easy to pick up and understand.
What's the worst part of playing Black Mage?
- Black Mage is the easiest it has ever been. The worst part about the job is the leveling experience, it turns your optimal rotation on its side every 5-10 levels. It has a couple dead skills like Fire II, Blizzard II and Blizzard. Once you hit 80 it all fits together nicely and its performs really well.
