Code Vein Guide: Mastering the Dark Mage Build (Pure Caster)

In this Code Vein guide, we’ll explore the Dark Mage (Pure Caster) Build – how to optimize your weapons, blood veils, blood code, and gifts to maximize your abilities and create the perfect dark mage.

Dark mages rely on a high Ichor count and powerful dark gifts to defeat enemies from afar. They adapt their gifts according to enemy weaknesses, making them highly flexible.

Progressing Through Blood Codes

As you work your way to the optimal Harmonia blood code, you’ll transition through the Caster and Artemis codes. The Caster blood code focuses on scaling in Willpower, while Artemis, obtained from Mia, enhances damage and provides a significant upgrade in HP, stamina, and balance.

Blood Veils: Blackblood Liberator or Suicide Spur

When selecting your blood veil, prioritize the ones that grant a higher dark gift value, such as the Blackblood Liberator or Suicide Spur. To maximize the effectiveness of your mage build, upgrade your blood veil often and prioritize it when spending Queen Steel and Titanium.

Effective Dark Mage Weapons

As a caster, you’ll be unable to use most weapons early on due to limited dexterity or strength. However, you shouldn’t rely on your weapons for damage – your dark gifts are your focus. When selecting a weapon, consider using a Devour version to improve Ichor return when attacking.

Mastering Dark Mage Gifts

Gifts are essential to any build, especially mage type builds. To maximize your combat effectiveness, familiarize yourself with various blood codes and master both passive and active gifts. Swap your chosen spells if you notice reduced effectiveness against certain enemies.

Final Tips and Tricks

Playing as a caster can be challenging until you’ve mastered passive gifts and Blood Sacrifice.
Be on the lookout for the Leak status effect, which can severely impact this build. Counteract it with Ichor Coagulant.
Ensure you have plenty of heal options available to counterbalance health consumption.

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