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Arcane Mind Arcane Mind

Mage · Arcane · Row 5 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic

Arcane Mind sits in row 5 of the Mage Arcane tree. It has 5 ranks, costing one point each.

Changed from Classic. Check the rank effects below before reusing a Classic build.

What each rank of Arcane Mind does

Each point buys one rank. Compare the effects below to decide how many points to spend.

  1. Rank 1: Increases your Intellect by 2% and increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Arcane spells by 20%.
  2. Rank 2: Increases your Intellect by 4% and increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Arcane spells by 40%.
  3. Rank 3: Increases your Intellect by 6% and increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Arcane spells by 60%.
  4. Rank 4: Increases your Intellect by 8% and increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Arcane spells by 80%.
  5. Rank 5: Increases your Intellect by 10% and increases the critical strike damage bonus of your Arcane spells by 100%.

How to reach it

Row 5 opens after you spend 20 points in the earlier Arcane rows. Level 30 is the earliest you can pick up Arcane Mind.

Is Arcane Mind worth the points?

Compare the benefit of another rank with your other talent choices. Take the final rank when it supports your build. You can leave it partially ranked if you do not need the final effect or its dependent talents.

Starter Mage builds that use this talent

These starter builds already put points into Arcane Mind. Open one to see the full allocation:

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FAQ

How many points does Arcane Mind cost?

Up to 5 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

Which row is Arcane Mind in, and how do I open that row?

Row 5 of the Arcane tree. Spend 20 points in the rows above to open it. Level 30 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Arcane Mind change from Classic?

Yes. Its effect or rank wording is different in Forever, so read the ranks above before spending points.

Check more Arcane talents

More talents in the Arcane tree: