Posted by Elmaster on February 29, 2000 at 21:18:10:
In Reply to: best mage class posted by merlin on February 29, 2000 at 14:31:10:
The first mage I actually TRIED to play, and to do well with was the ol Invoker. But I dont recommend them. They are a challenge, and its kinda nifty having so many offensive spells up your sleeve. But for a first mage, I would say go with the Transmuter, as the others have said.
Granted you dont really do a whole lot at the lower ranks, just cast a few spells in combat and wait for the warriors to kill whatever they are fighting. But then again...its all about learning. ANd as a transmuter you will be more sought after as a group mate because of your helpful spells. Therefore you will rank faster. Practicing your spells will be important, but in comparison to some of the other mage classes, its not to heavy. I played warriors almost exclusively before my first invoker, and I will also add that playing a mage will teach you a hell of a lot about thera...if only because you will be teleporting like a mad man to escape ragers.
Then again I was lucky...I got into masters somehow, and therefore had a butt load of people to help me (Kudos Delithandrel). Otherwise I prolly would have not done as well.
Just think about what you want to play, then give it a shot. If it doesnt work then at least you learned some of the weaknesses of the class and can use it against them in the future.
Have fun.
AL