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Mage: Mage with brown hair casting purple arcane magicWarlock: Hooded figure with glowing red eyes, chains and spikes

Mage vs. Warlock

First class

Mage

Second class

Warlock

Key differences

  • Both can deal damage.
  • Both fight at range.
  • Both wear cloth.
  • Both are similarly beginner friendly.
  • The Warlock does better solo.
  • Both are open to the same number of races (26).

At a glance

At a glanceMageWarlock
RolesDPSDPS
ArmorClothCloth
Combat styleRangedRanged
Playable races2626
SpecializationsArcane (DPS), Fire (DPS), Frost (DPS)Affliction (DPS), Demonology (DPS), Destruction (DPS)
Beginner friendly3/53/5
Solo play3/54/5

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The classes in short

Mage

The Mage is the classic ranged caster with arcane, fire and frost magic and big burst damage. It only deals damage, brings portals and food and is fragile in cloth.

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Warlock

The Warlock is a ranged caster with curses and demon companions. It only deals damage but is very tough for a cloth class and comfortable to play solo.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Mage or Warlock?

Neither class is better in general. Both are similarly beginner friendly. The Warlock does better solo. In the end, what matters is which playstyle you enjoy more.

What is the difference between Mage and Warlock?

Both can deal damage. Both fight at range. Both wear cloth.

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