The Caster

Learn how to build a powerful magic caster in Dark Souls III. Discover starting classes, essential weapons, and late-game strategies for sorcery builds.

So, you want to be a pure magic caster in Dark Souls III? Awesome! It's a bit of a slow burn at first – you'll only have a couple of basic attack spells and one support spell, plus your FP (Focus Points) will be pretty low, meaning you can't just spam magic forever. But trust me, by the late game, you'll be an absolute powerhouse, a true glass cannon!

Starting Class: You'll want to pick the Sorcerer. This gives you the best head start for a magic-focused build.

Weapons:

• Mail Breaker: This is your starting weapon, and it's surprisingly good early on when your spells aren't quite cutting it. Pro-tip: find the Demon in the Undead Settlement and grab a Fire Gem. Infusing your Mail Breaker with it will give you a nice damage boost against many enemies, saving you precious FP.
• Staves: Your main tool will be a staff. The Sorcerer’s Staff you begin with is solid for the early game. As you find upgrade materials, you can reinforce it. However, save the really good stuff for the Court Sorcerer’s Staff. You'll find this beauty in the Profaned Capital, and when fully upgraded, it boasts the highest spell buff in the game. Keep an eye out for the Crystal Sage’s Staff too; it offers a nice +40% spell buff.