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Mage and Shaman deep dive: Frostfire Bolt, Lava Burst, Riptide and a full totem overhaul

7 October 2026Blizzard's WoW: Forever deep dive for Mage and Shaman adds Frostfire Bolt, a new Arcane Blast, Ice Lance, Lava Burst, Riptide and Maelstrom Weapon, removes Elemental Mastery and rebuilds how totems work. Every change, including Blizzard's later corrections.

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