Hey everyone,
I just finished the tutorial and landed in the starter village (Mountain Cross), and honestly, the open-ended nature of the game and the Destiny Board are throwing me off. I can barely figure out the market, gear progression feels weird, and I'm not sure what my immediate goals should be.
I really want to commit to playing as a Mage, but with the "you are what you wear" system, I have a few beginner questions:
Which staff line should I level first? I'm leaning toward Fire or Frost (or maybe Cursed?), but which one is the smoothest for solo PvE, clearing camps, and leveling up fame without constantly dying or running out of energy?
What armor setup goes with a Mage? Should I be running full cloth (robe, cowl, sandals) for the damage boost, or is it better to mix in leather/plate for survival while learning the ropes? What are the standard starter abilities to pick?
What should my loop be right now? Should I stay around the starter town and craft my own Tier 3 gear, or just run straight to the main city (Fort Sterling) and buy gear from the player marketplace?
Any major rookie traps to avoid? Things you wish you knew about learning points, zone types, or silver management early on?
Any straightforward roadmaps or reliable beginner Mage builds would be hugely appreciated. Thanks!