Best Early Spells in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers

As a thrilled enthusiast, I’d express that diving into the world of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers feels like a dream come true! This game offers an array of diverse weaponry for me to wield and engage in combat, coupled with a captivating assortment of spells catering to numerous strategic applications. The essence of these spells lies not only in their use but also in the charged Skyborn Might that powers them. Swiftly accumulated through skillful attacking and nimble dodging, this energy source makes each battle an exhilarating test of agility and tactical prowess.

In the early stages of the game, various spells have different costs and purposes, with some being more beneficial than others. The spells listed below are ranked based on their overall effectiveness in battles against common foes and bosses, taking into account their Skyborn Might cost and casting time. All these spells can be acquired before progressing through the second area of the game, which typically takes around the first 12 hours of gameplay.

Here’s a list of the top early-game spells:

1. Fireball – A powerful spell that deals significant damage to enemies but has a high cost in Skyborn Might and a relatively long cast time. It is most effective against groups of weaker enemies or single tougher foes.
2. Healing Wave – An essential spell for keeping yourself alive, as it quickly restores health at a moderate cost in Skyborn Might. Its fast cast time makes it ideal for use during intense battles.
3. Shield Wall – A defensive spell that creates a protective barrier around the caster, reducing incoming damage and lasting for a reasonable duration. It has a low cost in Skyborn Might but requires a longer casting time.
4. Magic Missile – A versatile spell that fires multiple projectiles at nearby enemies, dealing consistent damage with a reasonable cost in Skyborn Might. Its quick cast time allows for rapid succession of attacks.
5. Poison Cloud – An area-of-effect spell that covers a wide radius and slowly damages enemies over time, making it useful against groups of foes or bosses with high health. However, its high cost in Skyborn Might and longer cast time make it less ideal for use during intense battles.

Alacrity protects the user from taking damage during the cast time of the spell.

8. Aurum Feather Force

Skyborn Might: 2
Damage Type: Magic
Triggers Alacrity

Gold Feather Force ranks first due to having the least potent overall damage among spells, and lacking a status effect to fall back on. However, its swift casting time and reduced cost make it an excellent choice for incorporating into a combination of moves.

As a fan, if I’m opting for a magic-intensive character, I would regularly use this spell as my primary attack to swiftly strike an enemy within a short distance while I prepare more powerful spells. For those who favor non-magic builds, this spell shines when assigned to your quick-cast button, enabling you to hit enemies that evade beyond your melee range.

7. Thunderstorm

Skyborn Might: 3
Damage Type: Magic
Status Ailment: Paralysis – 30

Among all spells listed, Thunderstorm stands out as it isn’t cast by the user but descends from the sky. This makes it incredibly useful against enemies hiding in cover, beyond the caster’s line of sight, or behind barriers such as shields or defensive structures.

This magical attack can strike several foes simultaneously or repeatedly harm a single target to amplify the overall damage. However, the success of this spell greatly depends on the placement of both the enemies and the caster, as proper positioning enhances its effectiveness. Additionally, it has a slow-acting paralysis effect, although it may induce paralysis over time.

6. Echo of Dhutanga

Skyborn Might: 2
Damage Type: Magic
Status Ailment: Burn – 50

This Dhutanga Echo spell might not dish out the highest damage, but it strikes enemies in a broad sweep ahead of you, making it an excellent magical choice for combating groups. If you manage to cast this spell on an enemy from behind, it leaves them vulnerable to a subsequent Obliterate attack, which inflicts significantly more damage than the original spell’s base damage.

This enchantment inflicts considerable heat damage and typically incinerates foes vulnerable to fire instantly. Its swift casting period makes it perfect for close-combat spells, and particularly effective when employed in a surprise Obliterate strike against an unarmored opponent.

5. Infernal Flames

Skyborn Might: 2
Damage Type: Magic
Status Ailment: Burn – 70

Amongst all spells here that inflict status effects, Infernal Flames shares the top spot for effectiveness. While Burn can cause significant harm, applying an Infernal Flame to a single enemy will likely inflict the Burn status on most adversaries, with only subsequent casts causing Burn on remaining enemies.

This enchantment shines particularly in inflicting burns, but its effectiveness is somewhat limited due to slower speed and moderate damage. Faster foes might evade it more readily than their counterparts further down the list.

4. Vorpal Blade

Skyborn Might: 1
Damage Type: Magic

Even though Vorpal Blade is the initial spell you obtain in the game, its utility is quite impressive. It serves as your initial choice for inflicting magical damage, and striking twice with it deals a substantial amount of damage regardless of the number of points invested in magic.

The primary challenge with this charm lies in its lengthy casting duration. However, if used unexpectedly against opponents, it can provide an excellent starting point. When there’s ample distance between you and your target, you may frequently cast two or three spells in rapid succession due to the spell’s low cost.

3. Echo of Ai Nengqi

Skyborn Might: 2
Damage Type: Magic
Status Ailment – Paralysis 30
Triggers Alacrity

Ai Nengqi’s Aura of Attack inflicts substantial damage at a distance, yet remains effective in close quarters due to its bow-like nature. Despite this ranged focus, it can still be utilized effectively up close. The total damage output is influenced by the number of arrows that strike the target, and the tracking and swiftness of the arrows typically ensure they all hit the intended enemy.

This charm boasts an exceptional reach among all others, and its affordability allows for frequent use, particularly as your Skyborn Might capacity grows. Additionally, it carries a chance to inflict Paralysis based on the number of times it strikes its target, though this benefit is significantly enhanced by repeatedly casting it from a distance.

2. Echo of Lui Cheng’en

Skyborn Might: 3
Damage Type: Magic
Status Ailment: Frostbite – 50

This magic boasts a relatively quick initiation period, followed by a prolonged safety net thanks to its wide impact zone and ability to disorient assailants. It’s particularly effective against crowds, and each strike adds a substantial layer of Frostbite to the target.

This magic strike affects anything nearby, proving particularly effective against swift adversaries that might evade incoming spells. It’s also beneficial in confrontations with a single boss enemy, serving as an unexpected close-combat alternative. The added advantage of slowing down quicker enemies with Frostbite is always a valuable bonus.

1. Echo of Soulwood

Skyborn Might: 2
Damage Type: Feathering
Status Ailment: Corruption – 70

As a seasoned gamer, I can attest that this spell, at first glance, appears to be a tricky two-edged weapon. However, the advantages it offers definitely surpass the slight self-corruption it inflicts. Provided I’m not squaring off against an adversary who specializes in corruption, it would take repeated, consecutive casts to corrupt myself; on the other hand, almost every casting will corrupt common opponents.

This spell is effective at inflicting damage upon enemies, and its ability to cause ongoing corruption damage places it among the highest damaging spells available. Its swift cast time enables you to promptly reapply the corruption effect should it fade, ensuring that the spell complements rather than dictates your playstyle, serving merely as extra damage in addition to all your other actions.

2025-07-24 06:34