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The Sorcerer in The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) is a powerful and versatile class, specializing in magic, summoning Daedric creatures, and lightning-based attacks. Whether you prefer ranged DPS, pet builds, or even tanking, the Sorcerer offers multiple playstyles. Sorcerer Class Overview Primary Resources: Magicka or Stamina (depending on build) Key Themes: - Storm Calling (Lightning magic, AoE damage) - Dark Magic (Crowd control, debuffs) - Daedric Summoning (Pets, buffs) Playstyles: - Magicka DPS (High burst, ranged) - Stamina DPS (Weapon skills + Storm Calling) - Pet Sorcerer (Summoning-focused) - Healer (Less common but viable) - Tank (Using Hardened Ward & Summons) Best Sorcerer Builds (2024) Magicka Sorcerer (DPS) Skills: - Crystal Fragments (Burst damage) - Critical Surge (Self-heal + buff) - Lightning Staff (Elemental Weapon) - Mages Fury (Execute) - Daedric Prey (Boosts pets) Sets: - Mothers Sorrow (Crit) - Law of Julianos (Spell damage) - Zaan (Monster set for single-target) Stamina Sorcerer (DPS) Skills: - Hurricane (AoE + speed) - Bound Armaments (Stamina boost) - Rapid Strikes (Dual Wield spam) - Critical Charge (Gap closer) Sets: - Relequen (Sustained DPS) - Briarheart (Crit + healing) Pet Sorcerer (Beginner-Friendly) Skills: - Volatile Familiar (AoE pet) - Twilight Tormentor (Ranged pet) - Daedric Prey (Buff pets) - Hardened Ward (Shield) Sets: - Necropotence (Max Magicka for pets) Sorcerer Tank Skills: - Hardened Ward (Shield) - Boundless Storm (Resistances + AoE) - Summon Twilight Matriarch (Emergency heal) Sets: - Plague Doctor (Max Health) - Leeching Plate (Self-healing) Race Choices for Sorcerer Magicka DPS: High Elf (best), Breton, Dark Elf Stamina DPS: Orc, Redguard, Khajiit Tank: Nord, Imperial, Argonian Pros & Cons of Sorcerer Pros: Strong AoE & burst damage Pets make solo content easy Great survivability (Critical Surge + Ward) Flexible (can be Magicka or Stamina) Cons: Pet builds can feel clunky Less group utility than Warden/Necro Some skills rely on RNG (Crystal Fragments) Final Tips For Beginners: Pet Sorcerer is easy & strong for solo play. For Endgame: Magicka Sorcerer is meta for trials. For PvP: Use Streak (Ball of Lightning) for mobility. Would you like a more detailed skill rotation or gear setup?
The Sorcerer in The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) is a powerful and versatile class, specializing in magic, summoning Daedr...
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Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.
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