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Marathon · 09-01-2006, 10:10 AM

I know that generally magic in W8 is more supportive in nature, status effects are better than damage, and melee is generally considered king for damage. However, I'm playing through with a Bishop in my party for the first time in years, and really want to see if I can make him more of a killing machine. couple of questions:

What are considered the best damage spells (not instant kill spells, but actual damage) that come in handy through the end game? I'm not very familiar with the Alchemy spell books, but have found that generally fire spells don't work well with the Rapax where water does (Blizzard is nice). What else?

Secondarily, what instant kill spells do you favor?

Lastly, what are the best spells to use to build a Bishop toward a higher alchemy skill? He's around level 10/11 (I think 10, but ready to level), Powercast is around 15, Wizardry is up to level 4 spells, alchemy is at 39, Psionics at 31.

09-01-2006, 10:10 AM	#1
Marathon Elminster Join Date: December 10, 2003 Location: OP, KS Age: 50 Posts: 489	I know that generally magic in W8 is more supportive in nature, status effects are better than damage, and melee is generally considered king for damage. However, I'm playing through with a Bishop in my party for the first time in years, and really want to see if I can make him more of a killing machine. couple of questions: What are considered the best damage spells (not instant kill spells, but actual damage) that come in handy through the end game? I'm not very familiar with the Alchemy spell books, but have found that generally fire spells don't work well with the Rapax where water does (Blizzard is nice). What else? Secondarily, what instant kill spells do you favor? Lastly, what are the best spells to use to build a Bishop toward a higher alchemy skill? He's around level 10/11 (I think 10, but ready to level), Powercast is around 15, Wizardry is up to level 4 spells, alchemy is at 39, Psionics at 31.