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Water Magic Adds Slows and Support Options
Published from official information dated 2026-06-16; editorial status reviewed 2026-07-19.
What changed
Water Magic expands the magic tree with a control-oriented identity instead of duplicating Fire damage or Air knockdown.
Confirmed details
- Fire retains widespread damage and burning pressure.
- Air focuses on targeted control and knockdowns.
- Water attacks are designed to apply slows, with additional water-themed spell utility.
What this means for players
Magic builds can now choose control based on encounter needs. A Water loadout may improve space management against dangerous enemies even when its immediate damage pattern differs from a pure Fire setup.
Player checklist
- Unlock and test Water spells against familiar enemies.
- Compare slow uptime with the encounter’s movement demands.
- Keep alternate runes and a second style for resistant or fast targets.