DO NOT UPGRADE Your MAGE WEAPON! Here's why...

Summary

In this video, the creator thoroughly tests several Mage weapons in **SkyBlock**, comparing their effectiveness in clearing mobs, dealing with mini-bosses, and performing in the **Floor 7 boss fight**. Weapons like the **Spirit Scepter**, **Glacial Scythe**, **Yeti Sword**, and **M Staff** are evaluated for their damage output, mechanics, and reliability. Despite the high cost of certain weapons, the **Spirit Scepter** is highlighted as the most consistent and cost-effective choice, performing well across various stages of the game. The video emphasizes the importance of weapon progression and suggests **Spirit Scepter** as the optimal Mage weapon before upgrading to a **Hyperion**.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Spirit Scepter is the most reliable Mage weapon for floor 7, offering solid DPS and excellent clearing performance at a reasonable price of 15 million coins.
• 😀 The Glacial Scythe underperforms compared to the Spirit Scepter, offering worse clearing and boss DPS, and it’s not worth its much higher cost (over 50 million coins).
• 😀 The Yeti Sword, while strong in certain scenarios, struggles in floor 7 boss fights due to its mechanics, making it a poor investment despite its 65 million coin price tag.
• 😀 The Midas Staff, although capable of high single-target damage, fails to hit airborne mobs and encounters issues in tight spaces, making it a subpar choice for floor 7 boss fights.
• 😀 The Spirit Scepter’s consistent performance and affordable price make it the best choice for players progressing through dungeons before upgrading to a Hyperion.
• 😀 The Yeti Sword’s ability to deal massive damage to mobs is overshadowed by its inability to handle critical moments in the floor 7 boss fight, especially against Goldor and Nekron.
• 😀 The Midas Staff is overpriced at 300 million coins, failing to clear effectively in Master Mode and struggling against flying mobs, making it a poor choice overall.
• 😀 The Glacial Scythe’s lack of AoE damage compared to the Spirit Scepter makes it less effective for clearing and more expensive without providing proportional performance.
• 😀 The Spirit Scepter performs well in boss fights, including the phase 2 and phase 4 of the floor 7 boss, with no significant issues in hitting targets or handling mobs.
• 😀 For progression before reaching a Hyperion, the Spirit Scepter paired with other LCM weapons (like the Fel Thorn Reaper) offers superior performance, especially for clearing mini bosses.

Q & A

Which Mage weapon performed the best in the Floor 7 boss fight?

The Spirit Scepter performed the best in the Floor 7 boss fight. It was reliable throughout all phases, with solid clearing ability and consistent DPS, making it the ideal Mage weapon for the fight.

What were the main downsides of the Glacial Scythe compared to the Spirit Scepter?

The Glacial Scythe underperformed in certain aspects compared to the Spirit Scepter. It lacked AOE damage, struggled with the Goldor tunnel, and had a slower performance in the Necron phase. Despite similar clearing potential, the Spirit Scepter was more consistent.

Why was the Yeti Sword disappointing in the Floor 7 boss fight?

The Yeti Sword struggled because its attacks missed Goldor due to his height, and it couldn't deal sufficient damage to Necron as he hovered mid-air. The weapon's mechanics didn't support consistent boss damage, making it unreliable in the fight.

What made the M Staff a poor choice for the Floor 7 boss fight?

The M Staff was ineffective due to its inability to hit flying mobs, like Goldor and Necron, and the issue with hitting Wither Mancers on elevated platforms. Additionally, obstacles in rooms blocked the M Staff's spells, requiring frequent recasting, making it frustrating to use.

How did the Spirit Scepter's cost compare to its performance?

The Spirit Scepter offers great value for its 15 million coin cost. It performs well in clearing, offers reliable DPS, and can handle all phases of the Floor 7 boss fight, making it an excellent choice for its price.

Why is the Glacial Scythe considered not worth its high cost?

The Glacial Scythe, priced at over 50 million coins, is considered a poor investment because it doesn't perform as well as the Spirit Scepter. Its clearing ability, mini-boss damage, and boss DPS fall short compared to the Scepter, making its high cost unjustifiable.

What are the key benefits of the Yeti Sword in certain situations?

The Yeti Sword excels at clearing mobs with its right-click ability, which can quickly annihilate enemies in certain rooms. It acts like a budget Hyperion in some scenarios, making it useful for clearing rooms with a lot of mobs.

What were the issues with the M Staff's performance in Master Mode?

The M Staff struggled in Master Mode, failing to clear M3 and dying quickly to mini-bosses and surrounding mobs. Its lack of consistent damage and inability to handle the difficulty of Master Mode makes it less effective for high-level content.

What upgrade path is recommended for Mage players before getting a Necron Blade?

Before upgrading to a Necron Blade, Mage players should focus on acquiring a Spirit Scepter. It's affordable, easy to obtain, and highly effective in both clearing and boss fights. Other weapons like the Glacial Scythe, Yeti Sword, and M Staff are considered poor upgrades.

What combination of weapons is suggested for optimal performance in clearing and mini-boss fights?

A combination of the Spirit Scepter for clearing and the Fel Thorn Reaper for mini-bosses is recommended. This pairing allows players to clear mobs quickly and deal significant damage to mini-bosses, outperforming even the Midas Spoon in some cases.