I've enjoyed Red mage in each expansion since its introduction, and I really like some of the stuff added in Dawntrail.
But please, look into updating its swordplay side. Even just a visual update to the combo to go along with a potency bump. Maybe something like conjuring a crystal blade from the foci to do some rapier and dagger stuff.
I don't think there would be room for a continuation-like ability, and it's something that belongs to GNB and VPR, but some contextual magic sword attacks could work.
Maybe when in melee range some of the spells become melee enchanted strikes of the corresponding spell (like En-VerThunder) and are on the GCD to give mobility in melee.
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But please, look into updating its swordplay side. Even just a visual update to the combo to go along with a potency bump. Maybe something like conjuring a crystal blade from the foci to do some rapier and dagger stuff.
I don't think there would be room for a continuation-like ability, and it's something that belongs to GNB and VPR, but some contextual magic sword attacks could work.
Maybe when in melee range some of the spells become melee enchanted strikes of the corresponding spell (like En-VerThunder) and are on the GCD to give mobility in melee.
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