Additional Information About Sorc/FU Skills
By AikawaKazu On 28 Jun, 2012 At 04:18 PM | Categorized As | With 2 Comments

1. Force Mirror

Force Mirror – Sets up an unbreakable barrier in front of you.

The barrier increases the magic damage that the enemies take.

Sadly, our Force mirror has been nerfed so it is no longer a good blocker for mobs.

Here is my updated section for the Force Mirror Usage

  • Increases Magic Damage
See the violet shield like image on mobs? This means the mirror has an effect on them.

I’m used to casting a Mirror in every stage boss in Manticore, Apocalypse and Sea Dragon Nest especially when I’m with another magic attack based class because I know that we will have overall greater magical damage on the monsters.

  • Attacks From Bosses/Monsters

Manticore Whirlwind – You could actually prevent that blender whirlwind from sucking you and your party with the mirror. You should just know when and where to place the mirror. You can then cast your spells without worry.

  • Lightning Bolt from the Lightning Beast/Ogre  (Apocalypse Hell Mode) – Once you see him release that irritating wisp like bolt, just cast your mirror and you won’t even need to run away from it

  • Harpy’s Whirldwind (Dark Lair). Same thing with Manticore Whirlwind. Just stay in one corner and cast your mirror. Those whirlwind wone27t be able to touch you
  • Cannons (Dark Lair). Cast your mirror in one corner. Be sure to place it where the cannons won’t be able to reach you

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  • Tracking Arrows – Force Mirror can be used as another target when the BMs use tracking arrows. You’ll have enough time to Time stop him and do your combo.

2.   Gravity Ascension

Gr!vity Ascension is for disabling purposes and has high super armor destruction ability

Here is one thing I have discovered in my stay in PVP

Did you know that the normal hit of GA is only 6?

However, with spirit boost from an acrobat, your GA will have a total of 8 Hits.

It may not seem important to some people, but when you’re in a group PVP such as rounds or captain mode, those extra 2 hits may mean alot in changing the flow of the game.

It will allow your teammates to attack your opponents when you’re disabling them.

And… Did I tell you it has greater damage?

See video below for actual testing

3. Summon Comet

Summon Comet has a large AOE.

The enhanced Level 5 Summon Comet can be seen below

The size is tripled.

See screenshot below for comparison

Should I have my Summon Comet at Level 5?

It really depends on your play style. Although it has larger AOE than level 3 (in my opinion%2y the SP isn’t worth at this level cap. Mine’s at base level (level 3) and the damage is still good.

Around 35,000. Oh yeah I’m using a hybrid build that’s why I didn’t get the enhanced summon comet. I do know that many force users enhanced this skill though.

4. Black Hole

Black  Hole Level 4 vs Level 2

Black Hole level 4 gives greater suction and better crowd control.

I do not suggest taking it to le6el 4 though.

Black Hole does low damage and has a long cool down, it is better to invest your SP in other skills unless you’re a pure PVPer who knows how to utilize this increased suction

5.   Beyond Time

This is one of my favourite skills.

Beyond Time Research for SDN:

Time: 150 seconds = Miracle Relic can be casted TWICE with Beyond Time

Miracle Relic

Normal CD: 150 seconds

Miracle Relic Heraldry: -12% Cool Down

Reduced CD: 132 Seconds

Reduced CD with BT: 75 Seconds

See video below for actual testing

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The fast cool down is vital for your Sea Dragon Nest Raid not only for your priests but for your whole team.

Allowing your priest to maximize their casting time for Miracle Relic would mean saving your party members from dying :)

6.   Poison Missile

Level 1 vs Level 12 Poison Missile

Poison Missile has a short cool down and has multiple damage to opponents/monsters.

It is a skill usually used when the opponent is knocked down and not to take them down further, but keep them in a state whereby they can still get damaged

3 pools of poison can be seen in level 12 poison missile while level 1-11 retains at 2 poison pools.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.   Base Stats for Sorceress

INT = 0.75 MATK, 0.8 Magic Defense, 35 MP

AGI = 3.5 Critical, 10.5 Critical Resistance

VIT = 0.6 defense, 30 HP, 2.5 Stun Resistance

2.   Crystal Ball, Spell Book or Voodoo Doll?

Most sorceress still choose crystall ball because it gives slightly more critical and magic attack.

I personally hcose it too but some would like to grab spell book or voodoo doll because of the special attack animation that helps knock down opponents in PVP.

3.   AGI or INT Costume?

Most sorecress chose INT because of the 0.75 magic attack, 0.8 magic defense and 35 MP.

I notice a number of Force Users grabbing AGI stat costume to add more critical

But know that the amount of Critical AGI Costume adds is not even worth 1 3rd stat Critical Level 24 Premium Heraldry

4.   Forest Title for More Dark Attack

Closing Address

Do not try to control time and space if you cannot even handle your own skills

Force User is a tricky class to get used to but with some practice and love for our skills, you’d surely know what to do.

Know  your skills by heart and you’ll surely know what ricks and combos to use in any situation

Getting beaten in PVP and dying in nests is all part of the game. Just don’t lose hope in being a Force User.

I do hope with this guide, I helped in making you love or understand Force Users more.

I am not great like some Force Users namely Chaose5 or Seraphimu, But I did this to share my knowledge with the DNSEA Community.

I would like to thank Chaose5, xXZodiakXx, eyekillyou and Ryolichan for serving as my inpsiration throughout this guide.


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  1. Kron says:

    Great guide:D People would probably go “Huh? Why are most of the recommendations/ options too vague or many?” But playing a Force User main myself, I’d say this character is probably one of the most versatile (in terms of customization with regards to playing style), and it pretty much boils down to what one wants and how he/she wants to enjoy the game. I was struggling a lot at first, but then I tried to learn all I can and familiarized myself heavily with all the attack/cast timings, limitations etc, then customized the skills I wanted, and I’ve been faring way better now all around (both PvE and PvP ladder). :) FU’s are still a fairly difficult character to play (probably a gross understatement) but very fun indeed.

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