Blue Mage

2023-11-20T18:13:34Z

Lyaewen: /* Learning Spells */

[[File:Blue Mage concept art.jpg|350px|right]] {{MH2|Introduction}} {{Quotation|[https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/jobguide/bluemage FinalFantasyXIV.com Blue Mage]|A so-called mage of rather questionable character claims to have mastered an outlandish form of spellcasting that resembles neither black nor white magic during his voyage to the New World. Allegedly, anyone who purchases one of his soul crystals can learn to mimic the aetherial magicks of wild creatures. But can he be trusted, or is he merely a con artist looking to make a quick gil?}}

[[File:Blue_Mage_frame_icon.png|40px|left]] [[Blue Mage]] ('''BLU''') is a [[Limited Job]] specializing in harnessing the [[Blue Magic Spellbook|powers]] of enemy creatures. While it is classified as a [[Magical Ranged DPS|magical ranged DPS]], it can adopt the roles of [[tank]], [[healer]], or [[DPS]] based on the spells the player equips and [[Aetherial Mimicry]].

Its role as a limited job, along with a having a lower level cap (10-20 levels lower depending on the patch) than other jobs, restricts the type of content it can participate in, making many blue mage activities self-contained. However, blue mages using the correct spells have the strongest burst damage of any job in the game. Moreover, their available spells are not affected by level sync. This makes the job popular for quickly "farming" level synced duties or [[FATE]]s for various objectives, such as [[Moogle Treasure Trove Events]].
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== General information ==
Harnessing the power of blue magic, players can learn to mimic the abilities of wild beasts with this new job. Like [[Ninja]], [[Blue Mage]] was added outside an [[expansion]] with [[patch 4.5]].

=== Guild ===
Quest givers hang out in the plaza outside [[Milvaneth Sacrarium]] in [[Ul'dah - Steps of Thal]].

=== Unlock ===
*Complete the [[quest]]: {{questlink|feature|Out of the Blue}}
*Requirement: Level 50 Disciple of War or Magic
*Starting NPC: [[Zealous Yellowjacket]] in [[Limsa Lominsa Lower Decks]] (X:10.0 Y:11.0)
*Prerequisite Quest: Players must first complete the [[Main Scenario Quest]] {{questlink|main|The Ultimate Weapon}}.
*To switch class to Blue Mage, equip the {{item icon|Rainmaker}} weapon.

=== Equipment ===
'''[[Blue Mage's Arm]]'''

'''[[Blue Mage Only Armor Sets]]'''

And other armor and accessories "of Casting." However, unlike other jobs, a blue mage's weapons do not have any main attributes that enhance their base stats, meaning that a blue mage is weaker stat-wise than other jobs in equivalent item level gear. Instead, blue mage damage is based solely on [[intelligence]] points.

===Leveling===
The most practical way for blue mages to gain experience is to kill higher-leveled monsters in the open world, for which blue mages receive an experience bonus.

Because gaining enough experience for the current level cap of 80 in this way is very time-consuming, many players use an alternative method that depends on a particular game mechanic: If the blue mage creates [[enmity]] with respect to a monster (e.g. by attacking it with [[Flying Sardine]]), but something else then kills the monster, the blue mage gains full experience for the kill. This mechanic can be used to obtain experience quickly in the following manner:

* '''From level 1 to level 70:''' The blue mage pairs up with a maximum-level player (the two must ''not'' be in the same party), and together they run amok on the beach south of [[Stilltide]] in [[Kholusia]] (33, 31). The blue mage tags the level 70 monsters there with [[Flying Sardine]], and then the maximum-level player kills the tagged monsters.

* '''From level 70 to level 80:''' This can be done solo. The blue mage protects themselves by using [[Mighty Guard]] and [[Aetheric Mimicry]]: Tank, then moves to the northernmost part of [[The Tempest]] (27, 5). This part of the map is populated by level 79 [[Clionid]]s and [[Deep-sea Leech]]es. The blue mage tags the leeches with [[Flying Sardine]] and moves them towards a clionid, which will kill the leech, gifting the experience to the blue mage. Care should be taken not to feed more than one or two leeches to the same clionid, or it will grow so large that it might one-shot the blue mage.

==Limited Jobs==
Blue Mage is the first limited job in the game. As such, there are several key points that distinguish it from other [[jobs]].

Blue mage functions independently of other [[classes]] and jobs, starting at level 1 with a '''maximum level of 80'''.

When playing as a blue mage, it is possible to participate in [[duties]] with other players in preformed or undersized parties. However, matchmaking using [[Duty Finder]] is disabled. In addition, the following duties will remain inaccessible:
*[[Duty Roulettes]]
*[[Ultimate Raids]]
*[[Adventuring Forays]]
**It is not possible to change to blue mage after entering these instances.
*[[Squadron Missions]]
*[[Deep Dungeon]]s
*[[PvP]], including [[duels]]
**It is possible, however, to enter the [[Wolves' Den Pier]] as a blue mage.
*[[Stone, Sky, Sea]]
*[[Hall of the Novice]]
*[[Duty Support]] and [[Trust]]

Blue mages gain greater [[experience]] from battling [[enemies]] in the open world than other jobs do.
*No bonuses are granted to experience gained from [[FATE]] or [[guildleve]] enemies.

Blue mage cannot be used to progress through the [[main scenario]].

[[Retainers]] cannot be assigned the blue mage job.

== [[List of blue mage quests|Job Quests]] ==
{{:List of blue mage quests}}

== [[List of blue mage actions|Actions]] ==
{{:List of blue mage actions}}

== [[List of blue mage traits|Traits]] ==
{{:List of blue mage traits}}

==Job Mechanics==
[[Blue Mage]] has no [[Job Gauge]] nor any traditional combos. Stacking individual spell effects in creative ways is how Blue Mage deals its most effective damage.

===Active Actions===
[[File:blue mage active actions1.png|400px]]

Before [[#Learning Spells|spells]] can be set to your hotbar, they must first be selected as active actions. You can have up to 24 active actions at any given time.
* Active actions cannot be changed during combat or during certain duties.

===Active Sets===
Active actions can also be saved together as a set. Up to five active sets can be saved.
* The presently selected active set will not affect the layout of your hotbar.

==Learning Spells==
{{see also|Blue Mage Spells Learning Guide}}
Rather than gaining new actions by increasing in level, blue mages learn them from enemies. In order to do so, you must first witness an enemy perform a special attack in battle. Once it is defeated, you have a chance of acquiring the ability. You do not have to be hit by that spell. After defeating the enemy, you have a chance of learning that spell. The chance is determined by the rank of the spell. ★ is the easiest to learn while ★★★★★ is the hardest.
* You don't need to be hit by the spell, only to see it cast.
* If you're dead when the enemy is defeated, you will not learn the spell. This also applies to deaths due to Final Sting and Self Destruct.
* If one person in a party learns the spell, everyone in the party will also learn it.
* Out of a duty, job level has no influence on when an action can be learned. There is no minimum level to learn a spell unless it is inside a [[duty]]. If a duty is level-synced (even when undersized), there is a 100% chance of learning the spell. If unsynced, the spell learning rate is dependent on the number of stars (estimates put ★★★★★ spell learning rates at 5%), but is not 100%.
* There are two exceptions to the rule that spells learned unsync do not have a 100% drop rate: these are Mind Blast (from the Tam-Tara Deepcroft) and Glower (from Aurum Vale). These two are required by job quests, and will thus always drop.
* You are also not guaranteed to learn a spell from a monster that uses it in a Masked Carnivale fight, even though they are synced duties.

===[[Blue Magic Spellbook]]===
[[File:blue magic spellbook2.png|350px|right]]
All spells you have learned are recorded in the [[Blue Magic Spellbook]]. The book also contains hints on how to acquire other spells.

===Whalaqee Totems===
{{:Whalaqee Totem}}

==Blue Mage Activities==

===[[The Masked Carnivale]]===
A series of solo battles exclusively for blue mages, the Masked Carnivale offers a range of opponents on which to test their skills, earning rewards in the process. Completing certain Masked Carnivale stages is required to progress in the blue mage job quests.

===[[Blue Mage Log]]===

The blue mage log allows you to form parties with other blue mages and participate in specific duties.

'''How to Unlock'''

Requires Blue Mage Level 60

Complete the blue mage quest [[Blue_in_the_Face|Blue in the Face]] and learn the blue magic spell [[Frog_Legs|Frog Legs]].

'''How to Participate'''

From the log, you may view a list of available duties, recruit party members, and commence duties. Please note that the completion of duties will only count towards blue mage log progress if the party meets the size requirements. For this reason, it is recommended that you avoid using the "Undersized Party" option.

'''Available Duties'''

Successfully completing duties listed in the blue mage log will mark them as complete, provided that you fulfill the requirements.

Various rewards will be granted upon completion of these duties. Greater rewards are earned the first time a duty is completed via the blue mage log.

'''Weekly Targets'''

Greater rewards are given for completing duties marked as weekly targets, which are marked with a silver star.
* The additional rewards for a weekly target can only be earned once per week.
* Weekly targets are reset every Tuesday at 12:00 a.m. (PST).

'''Prime Targets'''

In addition to the standard weekly target, marked with a silver star in the list of duties, there is also a prime target, marked with a gold star. While the prime target offers increased rewards, the difficulty is significantly higher. The duties selected as prime targets are not otherwise accessible via the blue mage log.

===[[Extreme Trials]] and [[Savage Raids]]===
Completing extreme trials and the final encounter of a savage raid tier with a full party of blue mages, Silence Echo turned on, and Unrestricted Party turned off, will fulfill [[Battle Achievements (Achievements)|achievements]] that reward exclusive [[titles]] and the {{item icon|Morbol (Mount)}} [[mounts|mount]].

==Achievements==
This job is associated with the following [[achievements]]:

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{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee I}}
{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee II}}
{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee III}}
{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee IV}}
{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee V}}
{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee VI}}
{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee VII}}
{{achievement table row|Da Ba Dee VIII}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know I}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know II}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know III}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know IV}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know V}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know VI}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know VII}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know VIII}}
{{achievement table row|The More You Know IX}}
{{achievement table row|Jack of All Trades I}}
{{achievement table row|Jack of All Trades II}}
{{achievement table row|Jack of All Trades III}}
{{achievement table row|Jack of All Trades IV}}
{{achievement table row|Jack of All Trades V}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Inferno}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Crag}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Vortex}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the King}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Whorl}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than Levin}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Frost}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Dragon}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Raven}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Dreadwyrm}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Hive}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Expanse}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Round}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Fiend}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Horde}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Goddess}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Demon}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Manipulator}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than Justice}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Prime}}
{{achievement table row|Blue Unchained}}
{{achievement table row|Masked Conqueror}}
{{achievement table row|True Blue}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Revel}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than Bliss}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Worm}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Moon}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the White}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Vermilion}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Azure}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Delta}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Sigma}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Alpha}}
{{achievement table row|Omega Blue}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Monarch}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than Perfection}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Underworld}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than Ruby}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than Emerald}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than Diamond}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Gate}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Verse}}
{{achievement table row|Mightier than the Promise}}
{{achievement table row|Bluetopia}}
{{achievement table row|Smokin' I}}
{{achievement table row|Smokin' II}}
{{achievement table row|Smokin' III}}
{{achievement table row|Smokin' IV}}
{{achievement table row|Smokin' V}}
{{achievement table row|Smokin' VI}}
{{achievement table row|Smokin' VII}}
{{achievement table row|The Harder They Fall}}
{{achievement table row|Octopath Traveler}}
{{achievement table row|Something Borrowed}}
{{achievement table row|None More Blue}}
{{achievement table row|Violets Are Violet}}
{{achievement table row|All That Glitters Is Blue}}
|}

==Notable Blue Mages==
*[[Martyn]]

==Gallery==
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File:Blue mage af1.png|Blue Mage Artifact Armor in 4.5 [[Stormblood]].
File:Blue mage af3.jpg|Blue Mage Artifact Armor in 5.45 [[Shadowbringers]].
File:Blue mage af4.jpg|Blue Mage Artifact Armor in 6.45 [[Endwalker]].
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== See also ==
* [[Blue Mage Spells Learning Guide]]
* [[Blue Mage Macros]]

==External links==
* [https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/jobguide/bluemage FinalFantasyXIV.com BlueMage] on the official website.

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