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Arcane Shielding Arcane Shielding

Mage · Arcane · Row 4 of 7 · 2 ranks
Changed from Classic

Arcane Shielding sits in row 4 of the Mage Arcane tree. It has 2 ranks, costing one point each.

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

What each rank of Arcane Shielding does

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

  1. Rank 1: Decreases the Mana lost per point of damage taken when your Mana Shield spell is active by 17% and increases the resistances granted by your Mage Armor spell by 25%.
  2. Rank 2: Decreases the Mana lost per point of damage taken when your Mana Shield spell is active by 33% and increases the resistances granted by your Mage Armor spell by 50%.

How to reach it

Row 4 opens after you spend 15 points in the earlier Arcane rows. Level 25 is the earliest you can pick up Arcane Shielding.

Is Arcane Shielding 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 Shielding. Open one to see the full allocation:

Try Arcane Shielding in the Mage calculator

FAQ

How many points does Arcane Shielding cost?

Up to 2 points, one per rank. You can stop at any rank.

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

Row 4 of the Arcane tree. Spend 15 points in the rows above to open it. Level 25 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Arcane Shielding 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: