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Elden Ring: The Best Mage Build

As you journey through the Lands Between inย Elden Ring, there are many ways to play based on your chosen character. For those interested in wielding…

Mykel BrightBy Mykel BrightMarch 11, 20223 Mins Read

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As you journey through the Lands Between inย Elden Ring, there are many ways to play based on your chosen character. For those interested in wielding pure magic, the Mage route is the right approach. Now, you just need to find the best Mage build inย Elden Ring to suit your playstyle and get you through the toughest of battles.

(Updated on August 9, 2024 – Updated links and formatting).

The Best Mage Build in Elden Ring

The best Mage build in the game boils down to how you want to play and your chosen class. We recommend using theย Astrologer Class if you want a powerful and well-rounded Mage build inย Elden Ring. Of course, you can also make a reliable build with theย Prophet Class too, but Astrologer is our first go-to pick.

Let’s break down each Class so you can decide for yourself.

Elden Ring Mage Build – Astrologer Class

Elden Ring Mage Build

Out of all the Classes, the Astrologer seems to fit effortlessly with the Mage. You start out at Level 6, and you will have your choice of a Keepsake and Memory of Grace.

As for your equipment, you’ll get the following:

  • Astrologer’s Staff
  • Glintstone Arc
  • Glintstone Pebble
  • Scripture Wooden Shield
  • Short Sword

Meanwhile, the stats are laid out as follows:

  • Intelligence: 16
  • Mind: 15
  • Dexterity: 12
  • Arcane: 9
  • Vigor: 9
  • Endurance: 9
  • Strength: 8
  • Faith: 7

The Astrologer offers the best Mage build in the early stages of Elden Ring due to the quick level-up process in the beginning. This is thanks to your access to spells right off the bat.

When you’re upgrading, we recommend to focus onย Intelligenceย andย Mindย as your primary stats. Next, place your attention on yourย Endurance andย Vigor.

For this Mage build inย Elden Ring, you’ll want certain spells that will give you an edge in battle:

  • Carian Slicer
  • Glintblade Phalanax
  • Loretta’s Greatbow
  • Glintstone Pebble
  • Rock Sling

When it comes to weapons, theย Meteorite Staff is ideal as you get it in the beginning of the game. Additionally, theย Lazuli Glintstone Sword is handy and has low stat requirements to use. Meanwhile, theย Carian Greatsword is a good upgrade from the Carian Slicer spell later in the game.

For your Keepsake, we recommend eitherย Golden Seedย orย Crimson Amber Medallion.

Mage Build – Prophet Class

The Prophet Class isn’t bad either, and it’s best suited for players who want to use Incantations.

You begin at Level 7 here with the following stats:

  • Faith: 16
  • Mind: 14
  • Strength: 11
  • Dexterity: 10
  • Arcane: 10
  • Vigor: 10
  • Endurance: 8
  • Intelligence: 7

Also, the Prophet starts out with this equipment:

  • Catch Flame
  • Finger Seal
  • Heal
  • Rickety Shield
  • Short Spear

To make this work, we recommend usingย Catch Flame,ย Heater Shield, andย Flame Sling. Since you’re using Incantations, you’ll want to focus on Mind, Vigor, andย Faith stats.

Related:

Elden Ring: What is the Best Greatsword?

Although you can go with the Prophet Class, we strongly suggest using Astrologer for your Mage build inย Elden Ring. It’s the easiest and quickest to get started with, and there are great spells and equipment to use for a versatile and effective ranged fighter.

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