A warrior who has studied the arcane, or a spellcaster who trained with steel? BattleMages embody balance between sword and spell. Though they develop more slowly than pure fighters or mages, their versatility makes them powerful allies and dangerous foes.

• Combat Role: Hybrid Melee/Spellcaster
• Magic Access: Full (can cast spells and use spell slots)
• Armor Access: May wear up to 30 points of armor
• Health Gain: Gains 4 Health per level:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

BattleMages can purchase:

• Melee weapon skills and armor up to 30 points
• Spell slots, starting at a lower XP cost than other martial classes
• Spellcraft, Read Magic, and Literacy to enable casting
• Spells from the generalist spell list and later specialize via in-play methods

BattleMages have reduced XP costs for many general casting and combat abilities. For example:

For full cost breakdowns, see the XP & Skill Cost Tables.

• May not wear armor above 30 points
• Does not receive free access to spells or rituals—must purchase all spellcasting skills
• Spellcasting requires preparation time (see Magic & Spellcasting)

• Balance the scholarly discipline of a Mage with the pragmatism of a soldier
• Be the bridge between the arcane and the mundane
• Explore internal conflict: do you lean into your martial training or your magical potential?

Play a BattleMage if you want to blend swordplay and sorcery, protect and strike, and be versatile in any fight.