Mage Class — Magic DPS
Medium threatUpdated 2026-06-03
Mage Overview
The Mage is the dedicated magic DPS class in TBH: Task Bar Hero. Mages deal massive AoE damage with spells like Fireball and Arcane Explosion. They have low HP and paper-thin defenses — positioning and a good tank are essential. Mages shine in farming scenarios where they can wipe out entire enemy packs in seconds. They're less effective against single-target bosses unless you build specifically for it.
Mage Skills and Builds
Fireball is the Mage's bread and butter — decent single-target damage with a burn DoT. Arcane Explosion is your AoE nuke that hits everything on screen. Mana Shield converts HP to mana, keeping you casting longer. The optimal Mage build stacks magic damage runes and mana regeneration Soulstones. Pair a Mage with a Warrior who can keep enemies off you. The Rogue-Mage combo is also strong — Rogue stuns, Mage AoEs the packed group.
| Skill | Type | Effect | Unlock Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fireball | Active | Single-target + burn DoT | 1 |
| Arcane Explosion | Active | AoE damage around caster | 8 |
| Mana Shield | Active | Convert HP to mana | 14 |
| Frost Nova | Active | AoE freeze for 3s | 18 |
Mage Pros and Cons
- Pros: Best AoE damage in the game, fastest farming class
- Pros: Great synergy with Rogue and Warrior
- Cons: Very low HP, dies fast without a tank
- Cons: Post-nerf single-target damage is mediocre
FAQ
- Is Mage good for beginners?
- Not really. Mages die very easily if you don't have a tank. Start with Warrior, then unlock a Mage as your second slot.
- How bad was the 1.0.1 Mage nerf?
- Arcane Explosion lost about 15% damage. It's still the top farming class — just not as dominant in boss fights anymore.