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Improved Fireball Improved Fireball

Mage · Fire · Row 1 of 7 · 5 ranks
Changed from Classic

Improved Fireball sits in row 1 of the Mage Fire 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 Improved Fireball does

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

  1. Rank 1: Reduces the casting time of your Fireball and Frostfire Bolt spells by 0.1 sec.
  2. Rank 2: Reduces the casting time of your Fireball and Frostfire Bolt spells by 0.2 sec.
  3. Rank 3: Reduces the casting time of your Fireball and Frostfire Bolt spells by 0.3 sec.
  4. Rank 4: Reduces the casting time of your Fireball and Frostfire Bolt spells by 0.4 sec.
  5. Rank 5: Reduces the casting time of your Fireball and Frostfire Bolt spells by 0.5 sec.

How to reach it

Row 1 is open from the start. Level 10 is the earliest you can pick up Improved Fireball.

Is Improved Fireball 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 Improved Fireball. Open one to see the full allocation:

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FAQ

How many points does Improved Fireball cost?

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

Which row is Improved Fireball in, and how do I open that row?

Row 1 of the Fire tree. It is open from the start, and level 10 is the earliest you can take it.

Did Improved Fireball change from Classic?

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

Check more Fire talents

More talents in the Fire tree: