Ice Elementalist

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Ice Elementalists are magicians who have specialised in ice, one of the four types of elemental magic. Ice Magic offers a balance between destructive conjurations and protective charms.

Preferred Races

High Elf, Deep Elf, Naga, Merfolk, Draconian, Gargoyle and Demigod are the recommended races if you pick an Ice Elementalist Background.

Starting Equipment

Some species may receive different items based on their unique restrictions.

• +0 robe
• Book of Frost
• Bread ration
• 20 gold

Starting Skills and Stats

These are adjusted by your species' aptitudes.

• Dodging: 2
• Stealth: 2
• Spellcasting: 2
• Conjurations: 1
• Ice Magic: 3

Choosing Ice Elementalist adds 7 to your starting Intelligence and 5 to your starting Dexterity.

Strategy

A strong choice; their starting book offers you excellent offense, defense, and a powerful summon.

History

Prior to 0.14, Ice Elementalists only started with 1 level of Spellcasting.