I'm happy to see that the Fade Step spell actually rockets us forward, because WOW did she go far. This makes me happy because it was super, super short when originally seen (in the Crestwood demo a year ago), and I think there's limited use for that. This, on the other hand, looks like a wonderfully wonderful escape ability that I will probably grab.
Edit: Oh, and they confirmed that the uber-ability in the Spirit Tree is a revive ability that works at range.
Also Stonefist was mentioned as an interrupt, so pretty sure that will be in the game as well.
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FADE STEP update!
Early version:
New Version:
I liked the old animation/vFX for the spell – that (subtler) sort of green energy, de-materializing –materializing again, sorta. And, past initial concerns (why in Winter? Ice trail, or what other FX? If speedy, why not in the tree with Haste? & etc, and we discussed that) – I, at least, concluded that it was for the best that more “generic” magic, non-elemental version, it just seemed more versatile to me. But, no complains here about the new version, in the slightest – I AM a sucker for Ice spells, after all! 
Loves. It.
Now, if there was an upgrade which turned it into the new icy version, that’d be just perfect. Players who don’t dig Ice, i.e wouldn’t have to touch that Winter tree after grabbing the basic version of the spell, everybody wins kinda thing. :)Plus, more customization options for us!^^
Uh... Fade Step looks incredible... that looks more like something one of the X-men would do than a magic spell. o.O
Crap... I had my mind made up about warrior but mage is looking pretty tempting. 
I liked fade step. So the ability at the bottom of the spirit tree is a revive (like I suspected 
). I wonder what that other ability is with the healing cross/hand symbol?
"and I think the Elementalist do a pseudo-teleport which leaves behind an ice trail to freeze pursuers (and, if done correctly, can be used as an offensive spell)"
Ah, so that's why Fade Step is in the Winter Tree.
Except it doesn't follow logically, if they want to combine effects make it a lightning type spell which is far more, logical for a blink type spell.
So so far I am planning my Dalish mage to be focused on lightning magic and ice magic possibly also some spirit skills. He will specialize in necromancy.
Except it doesn't follow logically, if they want to combine effects make it a lightning type spell which is far more, logical for a blink type spell.
Take it up with them. And how is it not logical? Kingdoms of Amalur did the same thing, and they pulled it off brilliantly.
Uh... Fade Step looks incredible... that looks more like something one of the X-men would do than a magic spell. o.O
Crap... I had my mind made up about warrior but mage is looking pretty tempting.
YES. GIVE IN.
Early version:
New Version:
I liked the old animation/vFX for the spell – that (subtler) sort of green energy, de-materializing –materializing again, sorta. And, past initial concerns (why in Winter? Ice trail, or what other FX? If speedy, why not in the tree with Haste? & etc, and we discussed that) – I, at least, concluded that it was for the best that more “generic” magic, non-elemental version, it just seemed more versatile to me. But, no complains here about the new version, in the slightest – I AM a sucker for Ice spells, after all!
Now, if there was an upgrade which turned it into the new icy version, that’d be just perfect. Players who don’t dig Ice, i.e wouldn’t have to touch that Winter tree after grabbing the basic version of the spell, everybody wins kinda thing. :)Plus, more customization options for us!^^
I AM SO HAPPY TO GET A BLINK SPELL!!!!!!
I am also happy cause the new Fade Step goes a lot farther than the original version did. I am gonna have so much fun with that spell.
Fade step lol, it crosses the whole room in a sec! 
It is going to be awesome for any mage, even for a Knight Enchanter. I am far away, I cast barrier, protective stuff, I am far away still, singing, then I summon my weapons, fade st... OH HELLO 
Fade step lol, it crosses the whole room in a sec!
It is going to be awesome for any mage, even for a Knight Enchanter. I am far away, I cast barrier, protective stuff, I am far away still, singing, then I summon my weapons, fade st... OH HELLO
It's gonna be deadly. And a great way to charge the enemies and then escape completely if things go south for you.
Take it up with them. And how is it not logical? Kingdoms of Amalur did the same thing, and they pulled it off brilliantly.
Ice is not usually tied to blink type abilities, it smacks of shoehorning stuff together due to the 8 ability limit.
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Fade step lol, it crosses the whole room in a sec!
It is going to be awesome for any mage, even for a Knight Enchanter. I am far away, I cast barrier, protective stuff, I am far away still, singing, then I summon my weapons, fade st... OH HELLO
It's gonna be deadly. And a great way to charge the enemies and then escape completely if things go south for you.
Lol Right? So much for “step”! xD
Looks freakin’ awesome and very useful. Watching the stream, one the things that occurred to me was flanking, particularly those shielded enemies, like: *poofs* “Hey, over here! That’s right, eyes on the mage, turn your back to the rogue with the very sharp blades... ok, now that's too close.” *poofs*
So instead of a blink teleport it's more of a Iceman slide thing
I wish they'd stop referring to healing as healspam, one basic spell with a longish cooldown does not a healbot make.
Ice is not usually tied to blink type abilities, it smacks of shoehorning stuff together due to the 8 ability limit.
Oh no, what a shame... 
Honestly, I could care less if they're "shoehorning", I think Fade Step looks great.
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So, I haven't heard much of anything about Healing magic. There IS a basic healing spell, I hope?
Nope. Guard and barrier. No healspam.
So instead of a blink teleport it's more of a Iceman slide thing
I wish they'd stop referring to healing as healspam, one basic spell with a longish cooldown does not a healbot make.
IMO it's just a codeword used to make the healing spell look like more of a problem than it really was... I wouldn't worry too much. Just get used to the idea of kiting and micromanaging the team so they don't take damage. You may even be better off using 3-4 ranged party members, but I'll reserve judgement until I know more about Guard. Even 2 mages who switch off casting Barrier might be good enough... we'll have to wait and see.
Uh... Fade Step looks incredible... that looks more like something one of the X-men would do than a magic spell. o.O
Crap... I had my mind made up about warrior but mage is looking pretty tempting.
I think you're finally starting to see the light!!
About Fade step, that is one BIG step 
So so far I am planning my Dalish mage to be focused on lightning magic and ice magic possibly also some spirit skills. He will specialize in necromancy.
The new Fade Step totally caught me by surprise!! it's a lot different from the initial green teleport move.
I like the new one, and I like how the mage almost becomes a "spirit mist" when moving forward.
I do kind of wish/hope the elemental aspect isn't limited to Ice. while I don't mind it, it would be nice if we could choose from other elements as well, like Lightning or Fire or just leave it as "pure" Spirit.
My dalish will be using ice, lightning, stonefist and rift Mage magics
Solas will use fire, spirit and his own rift skills.
Rift mage does look really awesome, in fact all the specs look really good this time around. I think I will play that one with a human mage and my Qunari mage will be a KE, Fire mage.
The new Fade Step totally caught me by surprise!! it's a lot different from the initial green teleport move.
I like the new one, and I like how the mage almost becomes a "spirit mist" when moving forward.
I do kind of wish/hope the elemental aspect isn't limited to Ice. while I don't mind it, it would be nice if we could choose from other elements as well, like Lightning or Fire or just leave it as "pure" Spirit.
I doubt it, it's in the Winter tree. It probably should have been in the Spirit tree but I guess they just couldn't find the space for it.
Hm... right now I'm toying with a Dalish Knight Enchanter who uses Ice and Spirit, as opposed to Solas who will be using Fire and Spirit. Just a rough idea atm, but it sounds like it could be cool. Ice spells to slow and damage enemies, and Spirit for support and CC... plus that Guardian Spirit ability sounds useful for a KE if things get out of hand...
Male Human Rift Mage who commands the elements, particularly Inferno and Lightning, with some Winter thrown in for kicks.
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