1. What is Archmage Support?

Archmage Support is a Path of Exile support gem that causes supported skills to gain added lightning damage based on the cost of the skill, and makes them cost mana instead of their usual cost.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Archmage formula:

Where:

• \( \text{Base Cost} \) — The base mana cost of the skill
• \( \text{Mana} \) — Your total unreserved maximum mana
• \( \text{Gem Level} \) — The level of your Archmage Support gem

Explanation: The formula calculates the increased mana cost based on your total mana pool and the level of your Archmage Support gem.

3. Importance of Mana Cost Calculation

Details: Calculating mana cost is crucial for building effective Archmage characters, as it determines both your damage output and sustainability.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the base mana cost of your skill, your total unreserved maximum mana, and the level of your Archmage Support gem. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why does mana affect the cost?
A: Archmage scales the mana cost based on your total mana pool to balance the powerful added lightning damage it provides.

Q2: How does gem level affect the cost?
A: Higher gem levels reduce the mana multiplier, making the skill more mana efficient at higher levels.

Q3: What are typical mana costs with Archmage?
A: Costs can range from a few hundred to several thousand mana depending on your build and gem level.

Q4: Are there ways to reduce the mana cost?
A: Yes, through mana cost reduction modifiers, Inspiration Support, or higher level Archmage gems.

Q5: Does this work with all skills?
A: No, Archmage only works with skills that have a mana cost (not skills that reserve mana or have no cost).