Note:
Lv50 skillbooks have the capability to substitute specific stigmas as they are bound by the same cooldown.
For instance, Asmodian Chanters acquire the lv50 skillbook titled "Aether Spell," which functions similarly to the stigma "Curtain of Aether" but merely reduces incoming damage by 50%, utilizing less mana in the process. Since both have a shared cooldown, utilization of one excludes the other. Although the skillbook variants offer slightly diminished power, opting for these can preserve valuable stigma slots. These listed stigmas are for illustrative purposes; consider them representing the lv50 skillbook versions to discern the distinctions.
*Interestingly, it’s preferable this way since it depletes the 5000 shield-points at a reduced rate compared to the 60% stigma version
Sorcerers diverge with lv44 stigmas "boon of strength/quickness".
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Class: Cleric
(balanced) (difference: 3 eHP)
Elyos: Yustiels Splendor
1403 Heal + 1400 Heal over Time (HoT)
Asmo: Marchutans Splendor
1403 Heal + 1403 Shield
Class: Templar
(Elyos Templars hold greater strength)
Elyos: Punishment of Light 1
907-911 dmg
2 seconds Stun
Asmo: Punishment of Darkness 1
907-911 dmg
50% absorb (self-heal for 455 HP)
Class: Glad
(Asmodian Glads boast greater power)
Elyos: Shattering Wave 1
443-447 dmg
15 meter range (ranged attack)
18 enemies
10 meter AoE radius (from the target)
-600 def / 30s debuff
Asmo: Piercing Rupture 1
1081-1085 dmg
0 meter range (melee attack)
18 enemies
10 meter AoE radius (from yourself)
-600 def / 30s debuff
Class: Chanter
(Elyos Chanters are of superior strength)
Elyos: Divine Curtain 1
5000 Shield +2240 Heal over Time (HoT)
50% of dmg taken will be shielded
6 allies, 20 meter range, 15 seconds
Asmo: Curtain of Aether 1
5000 Shield
60% of dmg taken will be shielded (a less favorable option due to quicker depletion of shield points)
6 allies, 20 meter range, 15 seconds
Class: Assasin
(Elyos Assasins demonstrate superior capabilities)
Elyos: Divine Rune 1
explodes 5 runes
20 meters range, 1 target
+silence debuff
+ attack speed reduction debuff
Asmo: Rune Swipe 1
explodes 5 runes
20 meters range, 1 target
X% absorb (self-heal for some HP)
Class: Sorcerer
(debatable - Elyos sorcs exhibit enhanced precision and force, bypassing enemy Mress, whereas Asmo sorcs activate a rapid-fire chain mode depleting mana swiftly - I’d argue Asmo sorcs enjoy a slight edge)
Elyos: Boon of Strength 1
+500 magic boost
+500 magic accuracy
15 seconds
Asmo: Boon of Quickness 1
50% casting time reduction (accelerated casting speed)
15 seconds
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Concerning Rangers, both factions appear equivalent in this patch, though please correct any oversight on my part.
Spirit Masters offer a choice between summoning a Tempest Spirit for Elyos or a Magma Spirit for Asmos. Determining the superior choice? That insight remains with seasoned SM players.
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