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“''A faithful healer who channels holy light to protect allies and banish the undead. Ideal for players who enjoy support roles with a touch of offense.''”
“''A faithful healer who channels [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] light to protect allies and banish the [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]]. Ideal for players who enjoy support roles with a touch of offense.''”


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== Description ==
== Description ==


Acolytes embody faith and support, channeling holy power to heal and protect allies. Perfect for players who enjoy supportive roles, Acolytes excel at keeping parties alive through healing magic while also banishing undead foes with holy attacks.   
Acolytes embody faith and support, channeling holy power to heal and protect allies. Perfect for players who enjoy supportive roles, Acolytes excel at keeping parties alive through healing magic while also banishing [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] foes with [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] attacks.   


Their spellbook grants them access to both defensive and offensive light-based abilities, allowing them to adapt to many situations. Though not as durable as a Knight or as damaging as a Mage, their value lies in enabling their team to survive even the harshest encounters.   
Their spellbook grants them access to both defensive and offensive light-based abilities, allowing them to adapt to many situations. Though not as durable as a Knight or as damaging as a Mage, their value lies in enabling their team to survive even the harshest encounters.   
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* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   


<span id="Mass-Cure"></span>* [[File:Skill-mass-cure.webp|75px|link=]] '''Mass Cure''' — Purifies allies in the area, removing poison, blindness, curse, and silence.
<span id="Mass-Cure"></span> [[File:Skill-mass-cure.webp|75px|link=]] '''Mass Cure''' — Purifies allies in the area, removing poison, blindness, curse, and silence.
* '''Max Level: 1'''
* '''Max Level: 1'''
* '''Cures:''' Poison, Blind, Curse, Silence (100%)
* '''Cures:''' Poison, Blind, Curse, Silence (100%)
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* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   


<span id="Resurrection"></span>* [[File:Skill-resurrection.webp|75px|link=]] '''Resurrection''' — Revives a fallen ally with a portion of their health and spirit restored.
<span id="Resurrection"></span> [[File:Skill-resurrection.webp|75px|link=]] '''Resurrection''' — Revives a fallen ally with a portion of their health and spirit restored.
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Revive:''' Health/Mana = 20% per level
* '''Revive:''' Health/Mana = 20% per level
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* '''Cost:''' 15 + 7 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 15 + 7 mana per level   


<span id="Sanctuary"></span>* [[File:Skill-sanctuary.webp|75px|link=]] '''Sanctuary''' — Raises a sacred tree that blesses the ground, steadily healing allies and harming undead.
<span id="Sanctuary"></span> [[File:Skill-sanctuary.webp|75px|link=]] '''Sanctuary''' — Raises a sacred tree that blesses the ground, steadily healing allies and harming [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]].
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* '''Element:''' [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]]
* '''Element:''' [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]]
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* '''Cost:''' 20 + 10 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 20 + 10 mana per level   


<span id="Holy-Light"></span> [[File:Skill-holy-light.webp|75px|link=]] '''Holy Light''' — Releases a concentrated bolt of holy energy to smite an enemy. Particularly effective against undead.
<span id="Holy-Light"></span> [[File:Skill-holy-light.webp|75px|link=]] '''Holy Light''' — Releases a concentrated bolt of holy energy to smite an enemy. Particularly effective against [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]].
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* '''Element:''' [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]]
* '''Element:''' [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]]
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* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   


<span id="Exorcism"></span>* [[File:Skill-exorcism.webp|75px|link=]] '''Exorcism''' — Calls down sacred radiance upon an area, banishing cursed beings and striking foes.
<span id="Exorcism"></span> [[File:Skill-exorcism.webp|75px|link=]] '''Exorcism''' — Calls down sacred radiance upon an area, banishing cursed beings and striking foes.
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* '''Element:''' [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]]
* '''Element:''' [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]]
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* '''Cost:''' 30 + 15 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 30 + 15 mana per level   


<span id="Sacred-Aegis"></span>* [[File:Skill-sacred-aegis.webp|75px|link=]] '''Sacred Aegis''' — Forms a barrier equal to a portion of an ally’s maximum health, shielding them until broken.
<span id="Sacred-Aegis"></span> [[File:Skill-sacred-aegis.webp|75px|link=]] '''Sacred Aegis''' — Forms a barrier equal to a portion of an ally’s maximum health, shielding them until broken.
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Health Barrier:''' +10% + 4% per level
* '''Health Barrier:''' +10% + 4% per level
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* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   


<span id="Divine-Grace"></span>* [[File:Skill-divine-grace.webp|75px|link=]] '''Divine Grace''' — Invokes a holy blessing that increases natural health and mana recovery rate.
<span id="Divine-Grace"></span> [[File:Skill-divine-grace.webp|75px|link=]] '''Divine Grace''' — Invokes a holy blessing that increases natural health and mana recovery rate.
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''HP Regen Rate:''' +20% per level
* '''HP Regen Rate:''' +20% per level
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* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   


<span id="Benediction"></span>* [[File:Skill-benediction.webp|75px|link=]] '''Benediction''' — Imbues allies with divine protection, raising all attributes for a time.
<span id="Benediction"></span> [[File:Skill-benediction.webp|75px|link=]] '''Benediction''' — Imbues allies with divine protection, raising all attributes for a time.
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''All Stats:''' +1 per level
* '''All Stats:''' +1 per level
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* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   


<span id="Arcanum-Ward"></span>* [[File:Skill-arcanum-ward.webp|75px|link=]] '''Arcanum Ward''' — Creates a sacred barrier that absorbs magical damage, shielding an ally.
<span id="Arcanum-Ward"></span> [[File:Skill-arcanum-ward.webp|75px|link=]] '''Arcanum Ward''' — Creates a sacred barrier that absorbs magical damage, shielding an ally.
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Chance to Reflect Magic:''' +20% per level
* '''Chance to Reflect Magic:''' +20% per level
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* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   
* '''Cost:''' 10 + 5 mana per level   


<span id="Absolution"></span>* [[File:Skill-absolution.webp|75px|link=]] '''Absolution''' — Removes all buffs and harmful statuses from the target.
<span id="Absolution"></span> [[File:Skill-absolution.webp|75px|link=]] '''Absolution''' — Removes all buffs and harmful statuses from the target.
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Removes:''' All Status Effects
* '''Removes:''' All Status Effects
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=== Passive ===
=== Passive ===
<span id="Faith"></span>* [[File:Skill-faith.webp|75px|link=]] '''Faith''' — Increases damage and resistance against Undead and Shadow enemies.
<span id="Faith"></span> [[File:Skill-faith.webp|75px|link=]] '''Faith''' — Increases damage and resistance against [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] and [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]] enemies.
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Max Level: 5'''
* '''Damage vs Undead:''' +5% per level
* '''Damage vs''' [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]]: +5% per level
* '''Damage vs Shadow:''' +5% per level
* '''Damage vs''' [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]]: +5% per level
* '''Resist vs Undead:''' +5% per level
* '''Resist vs''' [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]]: +5% per level
* '''Resist vs Shadow:''' +5% per level   
* '''Resist vs''' [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]]: +5% per level   


<span id="Codex-Mastery"></span>* [[File:Skill-codex-mastery.webp|75px|link=]] '''Codex Mastery''' — Boosts magical attack when wielding a wand or book.
<span id="Codex-Mastery"></span> [[File:Skill-codex-mastery.webp|75px|link=]] '''Codex Mastery''' — Boosts magical attack when wielding a wand or book.
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* '''Max Level: 10'''
* Wand MATK: +2 per level
* Wand MATK: +2 per level
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=== Levels 10–30 ===
=== Levels 10–30 ===
During this stage, Acolytes gain their foundational class abilities that affect specific targets, namely the Undead. '''Festering Woods''' is the best choice for leveling.   
During this stage, Acolytes gain their foundational class abilities that affect specific targets, namely the [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]]. '''Festering Woods''' is the best choice for leveling.   


* Most enemies here are '''Undead''' or '''Shadow''' type, meaning they are weak to '''Holy Light'''.   
* Most enemies here are [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] or [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]] type, meaning they are weak to '''Holy Light'''.   
* '''Heal''' can also be used offensively against Undead enemies once it is leveled. This makes you both self-sustaining and highly effective against mobs.   
* '''Heal''' can also be used offensively against [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] enemies once it is leveled. This makes you both self-sustaining and highly effective against mobs.   
* Stay in Festering Woods until at least level 30. While here, try to collect useful card and equipment drops that will boost your cast speed and holy damage.   
* Stay in Festering Woods until at least level 30. While here, try to collect useful card and equipment drops that will boost your cast speed and [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] damage.   


Recommended Maps:
Recommended Maps:
* '''Festering Woods (Lv 19–25):''' Challenging when you first enter, but Acolytes thrive here thanks to their Holy skills.
* '''Festering Woods (Lv 19–25):''' Challenging when you first enter, but Acolytes thrive here thanks to their [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] skills.


Stat Priority:
Stat Priority:
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=== Levels 30–40 ===
=== Levels 30–40 ===
The final part of the early game is spent in '''Fairy Glen'''. This zone is more difficult for Acolytes because most enemies are '''Holy-aligned''', and will take reduced damage from both '''Holy Light''' and '''Exorcism'''.   
The final part of the early game is spent in '''Fairy Glen'''. This zone is more difficult for Acolytes because most enemies are '''[[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy-aligned]]''', and will take reduced damage from both '''Holy Light''' and '''Exorcism'''.   


* Invest into '''Exorcism''' for AoE damage. While it is also a Holy spell, the ability to strike multiple targets at once makes it efficient despite the damage reduction.   
* Invest into '''Exorcism''' for AoE damage. While it is also a [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] spell, the ability to strike multiple targets at once makes it efficient despite the damage reduction.   
* Try to gather multiple mobs before casting Exorcism for best results.   
* Try to gather multiple mobs before casting Exorcism for best results.   
* Several important equipment drops are found here, so it is recommended to remain in Fairy Glen until Lv 40 even if leveling feels slower.   
* Several important equipment drops are found here, so it is recommended to remain in Fairy Glen until Lv 40 even if leveling feels slower.   
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Recommended Maps:
Recommended Maps:
* '''Fairy Glen (Lv 26–32):''' Holy enemies resist single-target holy spells, but grouping mobs and using Exorcism makes this map viable. Good for farming key items before moving on.
* '''Fairy Glen (Lv 26–32):''' [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy-aligned]] enemies resist single-target holy spells, but grouping mobs and using Exorcism makes this map viable. Good for farming key items before moving on.


Stat Priority:  
Stat Priority:  
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=== Recommended Low-Level Gear ===
=== Recommended Low-Level Gear ===
{{RecommendedItemInfoBox
{{RecommendedItemInfoBox
|WeaponOneName=Tome of the First Hymn
|WeaponOneName=Tome of the First Hymn
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|WeaponOneModifierTwo=Damage Magic %
|WeaponOneModifierTwo=Damage Magic %
|WeaponOneCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/eyeball-bat-blue-card Eyeball Bat Blue Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/skeleton-card Skeleton Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/butterfly-hue-card Butterfly Hue Card]
|WeaponOneCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/eyeball-bat-blue-card Eyeball Bat Blue Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/skeleton-card Skeleton Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/butterfly-hue-card Butterfly Hue Card]
|WeaponTwoName=Sun Emblem
|WeaponTwoName=Sun Emblem
|WeaponTwoLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Sun+Emblem
|WeaponTwoLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Sun+Emblem
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|WeaponTwoModifierTwo= Healing Received %
|WeaponTwoModifierTwo= Healing Received %
|WeaponTwoCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/sun-blossom-card Sun Blossom Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/treant-forest-evergreen-card Treant Forest Evergreen Card]
|WeaponTwoCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/sun-blossom-card Sun Blossom Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/treant-forest-evergreen-card Treant Forest Evergreen Card]
|ChestName=Spellthread Chest
|ChestName=Spellthread Chest
|ChestLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Spellthread+Chest
|ChestLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Spellthread+Chest
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|ChestModifierTwo= Healing Received %
|ChestModifierTwo= Healing Received %
|ChestCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/butterfly-fairy-card Butterfly Fairy Card]
|ChestCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/butterfly-fairy-card Butterfly Fairy Card]
|LegwearName=Spellthread Legs
|LegwearName=Spellthread Legs
|LegwearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Spellthread+Legs
|LegwearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Spellthread+Legs
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|LegwearModifierTwo=MP Cost -%
|LegwearModifierTwo=MP Cost -%
|LegwearCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/treant-minion-evergreen-card Treant Minion Evergreen Card]
|LegwearCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/treant-minion-evergreen-card Treant Minion Evergreen Card]
|ShoeName=Spellthread Shoes
|ShoeName=Spellthread Shoes
|ShoeLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Spellthread+Shoes
|ShoeLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Spellthread+Shoes
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|ShoeModifierTwo=Move Speed %
|ShoeModifierTwo=Move Speed %
|ShoeCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/rabbit-card Rabbit Card]
|ShoeCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/rabbit-card Rabbit Card]
|HeadgearName=Top Hat
|HeadgearName=Top Hat
|HeadgearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Headgear&search=Top+Hat
|HeadgearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Headgear&search=Top+Hat
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|HeadgearAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|HeadgearAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|HeadgearCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/butterfly-pixie-card Butterfly Pixie Card]
|HeadgearCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/butterfly-pixie-card Butterfly Pixie Card]
|FaceName=Azure Antlers
|FaceName=Azure Antlers
|FaceLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Face&search=Azure+Antlers
|FaceLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Face&search=Azure+Antlers
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|FaceAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|FaceAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|FaceCards=
|FaceCards=
|UtilityName=Seedling Satchel
|UtilityName=Seedling Satchel
|UtilityLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Utility&search=Seedling+Satchel
|UtilityLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Utility&search=Seedling+Satchel
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|UtilityAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|UtilityAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|UtilityCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/burrow-card Burrow Card]
|UtilityCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/burrow-card Burrow Card]
|AccessoryOneName=Cloud Loop
|AccessoryOneName=Cloud Loop
|AccessoryOneLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Accessory&search=Cloud+Loop
|AccessoryOneLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Accessory&search=Cloud+Loop
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|AccessoryOneAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|AccessoryOneAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|AccessoryOneCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/moth-moon-card Moth Moon Card]
|AccessoryOneCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/moth-moon-card Moth Moon Card]
|AccessoryTwoName=Fang Clip
|AccessoryTwoName=Fang Clip
|AccessoryTwoLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Accessory&search=Fang+Clip
|AccessoryTwoLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Accessory&search=Fang+Clip
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|AccessoryTwoAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|AccessoryTwoAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|AccessoryTwoCards=
|AccessoryTwoCards=
|ArtifactName=Spellweaver Artifact Set
|ArtifactName=Spellweaver Artifact Set
|ArtifactLink=https://spiritvale.info/artifacts?search=Spellweaver+Artifact+Set
|ArtifactLink=https://spiritvale.info/artifacts?search=Spellweaver+Artifact+Set
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=== Levels 40–60 ===
=== Levels 40–60 ===
At this stage, Acolytes gain access to stronger AoE spells and supportive skills that allow them to thrive in densely packed maps. The best choice for this bracket is the '''Goblin Cave''', which is filled with Undead monsters that naturally take extra damage from holy-based abilities.   
At this stage, Acolytes gain access to stronger AoE spells and supportive skills that allow them to thrive in densely packed maps. The best choice for this bracket is the '''Goblin Cave''', which is filled with [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] monsters that naturally take extra damage from [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] abilities.   


* Gather large groups of Goblins and position yourself so they cluster tightly.   
* Gather large groups of Goblins and position yourself so they cluster tightly.   
* Cast '''Exorcism''' in the center of the pack to deal heavy AoE damage.   
* Cast '''Exorcism''' in the center of the pack to deal heavy AoE damage.   
* Place '''Sanctuary''' on the edge of your Exorcism field to heal yourself and allies while also damaging Undead caught in the area.   
* Place '''Sanctuary''' on the edge of your Exorcism field to heal yourself and allies while also damaging [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] caught in the area.   
* Spam '''Mass Heal''' offensively on groups for additional Holy damage.   
* Spam '''Mass Heal''' offensively on groups for additional [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] damage.   
* Use '''Holy Light''' as a filler when other skills are on cooldown.   
* Use '''Holy Light''' as a filler when other skills are on cooldown.   
* Focus on fast clears rather than drops here — Goblin Cave is primarily for efficient leveling.   
* Focus on fast clears rather than drops here — Goblin Cave is primarily for efficient leveling.   


Recommended Map:   
Recommended Map:   
* '''Goblin Cave (Lv 40–60):''' Undead-filled dungeon ideal for AoE-heavy leveling with holy skills.
* '''Goblin Cave (Lv 40–60):''' [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]]-filled dungeon ideal for AoE-heavy leveling with [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] skills.


Stat Priority:   
Stat Priority:   
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=== Levels 60–80 ===
=== Levels 60–80 ===
For this stage, the best option is the '''Crystal Cave'''. This map is shaped like a horseshoe and filled with tightly packed Water-type enemies. While Acolytes do not gain a natural elemental advantage here, the density of mobs and the quality of drops make it one of the strongest choices for progression.   
For this stage, the best option is the '''Crystal Cave'''. This map is shaped like a horseshoe and filled with tightly packed [[File:WaterIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Water|Water]]-type enemies. While Acolytes do not gain a natural elemental advantage here, the density of mobs and the quality of drops make it one of the strongest choices for progression.   


* Use '''Exorcism''' to clear groups efficiently as enemies tend to bunch together in the curved layout.   
* Use '''Exorcism''' to clear groups efficiently as enemies tend to bunch together in the curved layout.   
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=== Recommended Mid-Level Gear ===
=== Recommended Mid-Level Gear ===
{{RecommendedItemInfoBox
{{RecommendedItemInfoBox
|WeaponOneName=Windroot
|WeaponOneName=Windroot
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|WeaponOneModifierTwo=Damage Magic %
|WeaponOneModifierTwo=Damage Magic %
|WeaponOneCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/eyeball-bat-blue-card Eyeball Bat Blue Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/skeleton-card Skeleton Card]<br/>
|WeaponOneCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/eyeball-bat-blue-card Eyeball Bat Blue Card]<br/>[https://spiritvale.info/cards/skeleton-card Skeleton Card]<br/>
|WeaponTwoName=Sun Emblem
|WeaponTwoName=Sun Emblem
|WeaponTwoLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Sun+Emblem
|WeaponTwoLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Sun+Emblem
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|WeaponTwoModifierTwo=Healing Received %
|WeaponTwoModifierTwo=Healing Received %
|WeaponTwoCards=
|WeaponTwoCards=
|ChestName=Weaver Chest
|ChestName=Weaver Chest
|ChestLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Weaver+Chest
|ChestLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Weaver+Chest
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|ChestModifierTwo=Healing Received %
|ChestModifierTwo=Healing Received %
|ChestCards=
|ChestCards=
|LegwearName=Weaver Legs
|LegwearName=Weaver Legs
|LegwearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Weaver+Legs
|LegwearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Weaver+Legs
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|LegwearModifierTwo=MP Cost -%
|LegwearModifierTwo=MP Cost -%
|LegwearCards=
|LegwearCards=
|ShoeName=Weaver Shoes
|ShoeName=Weaver Shoes
|ShoeLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Weaver+Shoes
|ShoeLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?search=Weaver+Shoes
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|ShoeModifierTwo=Move Speed %
|ShoeModifierTwo=Move Speed %
|ShoeCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/rabbit-card Rabbit Card]
|ShoeCards=[https://spiritvale.info/cards/rabbit-card Rabbit Card]
|HeadgearName=Wildroot Veil
|HeadgearName=Wildroot Veil
|HeadgearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Headgear&search=Wildroot+Veil
|HeadgearLink=https://spiritvale.info/equipment?type=Headgear&search=Wildroot+Veil
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|HeadgearAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|HeadgearAttribute=[[File:Intelligence.png|15px]] [[Attributes#Intelligence_(INT)|INT]]
|HeadgearCards=
|HeadgearCards=
|FaceName=Resonant Headphones
|FaceName=Resonant Headphones
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* '''Crystal Cave''' – Still a viable option if you need to complete your Weaver gear or Resonant Headphones. The density and drops make it worth staying a bit longer.   
* '''Crystal Cave''' – Still a viable option if you need to complete your Weaver gear or Resonant Headphones. The density and drops make it worth staying a bit longer.   
* '''Sanctum of Light (Floor 1)''' – Contains both Holy and Shadow enemies. Shadow mobs are highly vulnerable to your skills, but Holy enemies will resist. Pick your fights carefully.   
* '''Sanctum of Light (Floor 1)''' – Contains both [[File:HolyIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] and [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]] enemies. [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]] mobs are highly vulnerable to your skills, but [[Elements#Holy|Holy]] enemies will resist. Pick your fights carefully.   
* '''Sanctum of Light (Floor 2)''' – A stronger choice due to its smaller size and higher mob density. However, beware of enemies casting '''Spell Shield''' and '''Banishment Field''', both of which are dangerous for casters.   
* '''Sanctum of Light (Floor 2)''' – A stronger choice due to its smaller size and higher mob density. However, beware of enemies casting '''Spell Shield''' and '''Banishment Field''', both of which are dangerous for casters.   
* '''Demon’s Maw''' – The final map before Abyss Keep, populated by Fire monsters. Valuable for farming certain cards, but enemy '''Meteor''' skills are lethal if you fail to dodge.   
* '''Demon’s Maw''' – The final map before Abyss Keep, populated by [[File:FireIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Fire|Fire]] monsters. Valuable for farming certain cards, but enemy '''Meteor''' skills are lethal if you fail to dodge.   


Stat Priority:   
Stat Priority:   
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Once you reach level 100, you will be fully inside the endgame. At this point, your leveling and progression revolve around the Abyss Castle maps. These are some of the hardest areas in the game, requiring both gear and skill to survive.   
Once you reach level 100, you will be fully inside the endgame. At this point, your leveling and progression revolve around the Abyss Castle maps. These are some of the hardest areas in the game, requiring both gear and skill to survive.   


* '''Abyss Castle Keep''' – The first of the Abyss Castle maps. Filled with Shadow and Undead monsters, allowing you to use the same anti-Undead tactics as before. Be cautious, as enemy skills here can deal extreme amounts of damage.   
* '''Abyss Castle Keep''' – The first of the Abyss Castle maps. Filled with [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]] and [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] monsters, allowing you to use the same anti-Undead tactics as before. Be cautious, as enemy skills here can deal extreme amounts of damage.   
* '''Abyss Castle Crypt''' – A deeper area, completely packed with Undead enemies. Similar tactics apply, but be aware of the '''Direwolf''', which has a powerful melee attack, and the '''Eyeball''' monsters, which can drain your Mana if you remain inside their circles.   
* '''Abyss Castle Crypt''' – A deeper area, completely packed with Undead enemies. Similar tactics apply, but be aware of the '''Direwolf''', which has a powerful melee attack, and the '''Eyeball''' monsters, which can drain your Mana if you remain inside their circles.   
* '''Abyss Castle Library''' – The final map of the game. Enemies are a mix of Undead and Shadow, and this map demands mastery of your skills to succeed. Watch out for '''Suppression Field''' that silences casters, and beware of the '''Death Mage''', the most difficult boss currently in the game, who can spawn here.   
* '''Abyss Castle Library''' – The final map of the game. Enemies are a mix of Undead and Shadow, and this map demands mastery of your skills to succeed. Watch out for '''Suppression Field''' that silences casters, and beware of the '''Death Mage''', the most difficult boss currently in the game, who can spawn here.   
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=== Recommended High-Level Gear ===
=== Recommended High-Level Gear ===
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== Endgame Overview ==
== Endgame Overview ==
While in the endgame, it is expected for an Acolyte to have a full understanding of how their skills interact with enemies.   
While in the endgame, it is expected for an Acolyte to have a full understanding of how their skills interact with enemies.   


Knowing that Shadow and Undead monsters take additional damage, and that Undead monsters can be struck by '''Heal''', '''Mass Heal''', and '''Sanctuary''', will make or break whether or not the Acolyte has attained mastery.   
Knowing that [[File:ShadowIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Shadow|Shadow]] and [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] monsters take additional damage, and that [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] monsters can be struck by '''Heal''', '''Mass Heal''', and '''Sanctuary''', will make or break whether or not the Acolyte has attained mastery.   


At this point, Acolytes can also become capable of soloing most Boss monsters, using their powerful healing abilities to sustain themselves in extended fights.   
At this point, Acolytes can also become capable of soloing most Boss monsters, using their powerful healing abilities to sustain themselves in extended fights.   
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It is equally important to manage healing abilities effectively:   
It is equally important to manage healing abilities effectively:   
* '''Heal''' provides a quick, reliable heal and can be chained into Mass Heal for stronger recovery.   
* '''Heal''' provides a quick, reliable heal and can be chained into Mass Heal for stronger recovery.   
* '''Mass Heal''' is both an offensive and defensive tool against Undead mobs and provides strong AoE support.   
* '''Mass Heal''' is both an offensive and defensive tool against [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] mobs and provides strong AoE support.   
* '''Sanctuary''' offers sustained healing over time, scaling with skill level, but requires careful positioning and comes with a longer cast time.   
* '''Sanctuary''' offers sustained healing over time, scaling with skill level, but requires careful positioning and comes with a longer cast time.   


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=== Recommended End Game Gear ===
=== Recommended End Game Gear ===
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== Tips and Tricks ==
== Tips and Tricks ==
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* Some later bosses use '''Banishment Field''', which strips all buffs from the target. When this happens, all Acolyte buffs must be reapplied immediately.   
* Some later bosses use '''Banishment Field''', which strips all buffs from the target. When this happens, all Acolyte buffs must be reapplied immediately.   


* Undead enemies take damage from '''Heal''', '''Mass Heal''', and '''Sanctuary'''. Use this to your advantage when farming or in group content.   
* [[File:UndeadIcon.png|15px]] [[Elements#Undead|Undead]] enemies take damage from '''Heal''', '''Mass Heal''', and '''Sanctuary'''. Use this to your advantage when farming or in group content.   


* Monitor your buff timers closely. Recasting key skills preemptively ensures uptime and prevents dangerous gaps during tough encounters.   
* Monitor your buff timers closely. Recasting key skills preemptively ensures uptime and prevents dangerous gaps during tough encounters.