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black desert online witch
The Witch is one of the Awakening classes in Black Desert Online (BDO), known for powerful AoE spells, ranged attacks, and strong PvE grinding capabilities. Belows a breakdown of the Witchs key aspects: Witch Overview Role: Ranged Magic DPS (AoE Burst / Sustain) Weapons: - Main Hand: Staff (Pre-Awakening) - Awakening: Aad Sphera (Orb) Grants faster, fluid spellcasting. - Succession: Enhances pre-awakening staff skills for a more traditional caster playstyle. Playstyle: - PvE: Excellent clear speed with high-damage AoE spells (e.g., Voltaic Pulse, Earthquake). - PvP: Strong in large-scale fights (node wars/sieges) but lacks mobility, making her vulnerable in 1v1s. Strengths & Weaknesses Pros Cons Top-tier PvE grinding (especially mid-game spots). Low mobility (relies on teleport skills). High burst damage & ranged AoE. Squishy if caught out of position. Strong party utility (heals, MP regen, PA buffs). Awakening relies on animation cancels for fluidity. Simple skill rotation (good for beginners). Struggles against fast, melee classes in PvP. Key Skills (Awakening) Voltaic Pulse Spammable AoE lightning attack. Earthquake Large AoE knockdown (high damage). Residual Lightning Teleport + AoE stun. Protected Area (PA) Party-wide DP buff (essential for group content). Healing Aura Party heal over time. Gear & Stats Priority AP Focus: High AP (Awakening AP) for PvE efficiency. Accuracy: Important against high-evasion mobs (e.g., Kutum Offhand). Defensive Stats: Prioritize DP/evasion if struggling in PvP. Crystals: Cast Speed (for smoother spellcasting), HP/MP sustain. Awakening vs. Succession Awakening: - Faster-paced, orb-based combat. - Stronger burst & mobility (teleports). Succession: - Focuses on staff skills (slower but heavier hits). - Better sustain and mana efficiency. PvE Recommendation: Awakening (generally faster clears). PvP Recommendation: Succession (better survivability). Tips for Witch Players Animation Cancels: Learn to cancel spell delays (e.g., Voltaic Pulse Residual Lightning). Positioning: Stay at max range in PvP; use teleports to kite melee foes. Combos: Chain CCs (e.g., Earthquake Lightning Storm). Grinding: Pull large packs and nuke with AoEs for efficiency. Is Witch Right for You? Choose Witch if: You enjoy ranged casters, PvE grinding, or large-scale PvP. Avoid if: You prefer high-mobility or dueling-focused classes. Witch excels in group content and farming but requires good positioning to offset her fragility. Would you like a detailed skill build or gear guide?
The Witch is one of the Awakening classes in Black Desert Online (BDO), known for powerful AoE spells, ranged attacks, a...
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