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Mabinogi Melodic Puppeteer Guide Part 1: Basics of the Puppetry Arcana and How to Use in DungeonsThis guide details the basic operation of Mabinogi's new Arcana, 'Melodic Puppeteer,' and efficient skill utilization in dungeons and mob battles. From beginners to experts, you can gain useful information on the changed combat mechanics of puppetry and combos using core skills like Interlude Slash and Tracking Step.
1. 🎭 Melodic Puppeteer's Changes and Features
· After acquiring the Melodic Puppeteer Arcana, the puppet control method changes due to the passive 'Three Ender Stage'.
· Previously, puppets were controlled by tethering them with Marionette Fixation, but now, when a puppetry skill is activated, the puppet is summoned to that spot and returns after the attack ends.
· You can check the summon status with a dedicated UI, and a maximum of three puppets can be on the map at once.
· All puppet skills now have a 3-second cooldown, making the previous 'Envy' spamming play impossible.
· In mob battles, gather enemies with Wire Web and Enticing Lasso, then utilize each puppet's independent and simultaneous attacks to dominate the map and deal damage.
· In boss battles, it acts as a long-range multi-hit attacker, using as many skills as possible to attack enemies.
· Previously, puppets were controlled by tethering them with Marionette Fixation, but now, when a puppetry skill is activated, the puppet is summoned to that spot and returns after the attack ends.
· You can check the summon status with a dedicated UI, and a maximum of three puppets can be on the map at once.
· All puppet skills now have a 3-second cooldown, making the previous 'Envy' spamming play impossible.
· In mob battles, gather enemies with Wire Web and Enticing Lasso, then utilize each puppet's independent and simultaneous attacks to dominate the map and deal damage.
· In boss battles, it acts as a long-range multi-hit attacker, using as many skills as possible to attack enemies.
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1. 🎭 Melodic Puppeteer's Changes and Features
· After acquiring the Melodic Puppeteer Arcana, the puppet control method changes due to the passive 'Three Ender Stage'.
· Previously, puppets were controlled by tethering them with Marionette Fixation, but now, when a puppetry skill is activated, the puppet is summoned to that spot and returns after the attack ends.
· You can check the summon status with a dedicated UI, and a maximum of three puppets can be on the map at once.
· All puppet skills now have a 3-second cooldown, making the previous 'Envy' spamming play impossible.
· In mob battles, gather enemies with Wire Web and Enticing Lasso, then utilize each puppet's independent and simultaneous attacks to dominate the map and deal damage.
· In boss battles, it acts as a long-range multi-hit attacker, using as many skills as possible to attack enemies.
· Previously, puppets were controlled by tethering them with Marionette Fixation, but now, when a puppetry skill is activated, the puppet is summoned to that spot and returns after the attack ends.
· You can check the summon status with a dedicated UI, and a maximum of three puppets can be on the map at once.
· All puppet skills now have a 3-second cooldown, making the previous 'Envy' spamming play impossible.
· In mob battles, gather enemies with Wire Web and Enticing Lasso, then utilize each puppet's independent and simultaneous attacks to dominate the map and deal damage.
· In boss battles, it acts as a long-range multi-hit attacker, using as many skills as possible to attack enemies.
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2. ✨ Core Skills: Interlude Slash and Tracking Step
· The core skills of Melodic Puppeteer are 'Interlude Slash' and 'Tracking Step'.
· Interlude Slash: If a puppet is summoned, it creates a whirlwind around it to attack, and if multiple puppets are summoned, all of them attack.
· Tracking Step: When attached to an enemy, it attacks a total of 7 times over approximately 10 seconds. While this skill is active, the basic damage mechanism for boss battles is to use the other two puppets to attack and then activate Interlude Slash.
· While puppetry itself may not be considered powerful with just its Arcana skills, these two skills, which boast powerful invulnerable damage in a single damage cycle, along with the simultaneous damage dealing of each puppet, help close the gap.
· Interlude Slash: If a puppet is summoned, it creates a whirlwind around it to attack, and if multiple puppets are summoned, all of them attack.
· Tracking Step: When attached to an enemy, it attacks a total of 7 times over approximately 10 seconds. While this skill is active, the basic damage mechanism for boss battles is to use the other two puppets to attack and then activate Interlude Slash.
· While puppetry itself may not be considered powerful with just its Arcana skills, these two skills, which boast powerful invulnerable damage in a single damage cycle, along with the simultaneous damage dealing of each puppet, help close the gap.
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3. ⚔️ Dungeon and Mob Battle Combo Usage
· In regular dungeons, it's best to utilize the map broadly, ensuring each puppet's attack range doesn't overlap, maximizing space.
· Compensate for insufficient damage with Interlude Slash.
· Compensate for insufficient damage with Interlude Slash.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Mob Battle Combo | Wire Web Enticing Lasso Envy Frantic Dash Interlude Slash |
| Combo Usage Tips | Use Enticing Lasso, Envy, and Frantic Dash broadly to hit as many mobs as possible, depending on map size and mob placement. If you use Interlude Slash one beat late, just before the puppet using Enticing Lasso enters, and enemies were knocked down by previous attacks, the damage will hit subsequently summoned enemies, increasing dungeon clear speed. |
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4. 💥 Advanced Mob Battle Combo for Low Damage
· This is an advanced combo used when damage is insufficient or when dealing with mobs in higher-tier dungeons.
· It's important to gather mobs neatly; after Wire Web, add 'Starsign Spread' to gather them into one spot.
· It's important to gather mobs neatly; after Wire Web, add 'Starsign Spread' to gather them into one spot.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Advanced Mob Battle Combo | Wire Web Starsign Spread Enticing Lasso Envy Frantic Dash Interlude Slash |
| Follow-up | Using this combo allows you to land the first hit with Interlude Slash while three puppets are out. If any mobs get up afterward, use 'Downbeat' or 'Whispering Rage' and then use Interlude Slash again. These skills are suitable for area-of-effect attacks. |
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5. 🌱 Beginner Mob Battle Combo and Operation Tips
· This combo is for beginners who don't have Spirit effects or crafting that reduces Frantic Dash casting time on shoes.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Beginner Mob Battle Combo | Wire Web Enticing Lasso (Mob Gathering) Envy Interlude Slash Aim and fire Frantic Dash at knocked-down mobs |
| Follow-up and Tips | If enemies are still alive due to insufficient damage, use Downbeat and Whispering Rage to control them. In the early stages, skill cooldowns are long, so missing a combo can be risky. It's important to gather mobs neatly using skills like Astromancy and land Frantic Dash accurately. If mobs are swarming and it's dangerous, use 'Accidental Collision,' 'Downbeat,' or 'Accent' (if cooldowns are available) to control them, then attack again with area-of-effect skills. In the early stages, it's helpful to use Downbeat and Accent, which have short cooldowns and strong damage. For stable play, it's recommended to land Frantic Dash first, then follow up with Downbeat/Accent. |
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6. 🎯 Frantic Dash Usage Tips
· Frantic Dash begins charging when the skill key is held down, and initially, the character casts it in a straight line facing the mouse cursor's direction.
· Afterward, you can turn it to hit in your desired direction.
· Dungeon Dash Usage Tip: Place your mouse cursor at the starting point of the dash, then hold down the skill key and activate it by dragging to cover the desired area, making it easier to use.
· Note that when not using Melodic Puppeteer, the initial casting direction of Frantic Dash is the direction the puppet is facing.
· Afterward, you can turn it to hit in your desired direction.
· Dungeon Dash Usage Tip: Place your mouse cursor at the starting point of the dash, then hold down the skill key and activate it by dragging to cover the desired area, making it easier to use.
· Note that when not using Melodic Puppeteer, the initial casting direction of Frantic Dash is the direction the puppet is facing.
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7. 🌟 Melodic Puppeteer Overall Review
· Although the developers mentioned it as a 'beginner-friendly Arcana,' in practice, it's also a good Arcana for beginners.
· It feels like it removes the drawbacks of traditional puppetry while retaining its strengths as an area-of-effect damage dealer.
· It has high utility in early-game dungeons and mob rooms.
· However, when considering boss battles in high-tier dungeons like Cromm Bas, Glen Bearna, or Brioghne, it's closer to an 'expert-level Arcana' that requires a lot of finger dexterity and extensive setup.
· While its difficulty can vary depending on how it's used, it's a good Arcana that can definitely achieve high performance if mastered.
· It feels like it removes the drawbacks of traditional puppetry while retaining its strengths as an area-of-effect damage dealer.
· It has high utility in early-game dungeons and mob rooms.
· However, when considering boss battles in high-tier dungeons like Cromm Bas, Glen Bearna, or Brioghne, it's closer to an 'expert-level Arcana' that requires a lot of finger dexterity and extensive setup.
· While its difficulty can vary depending on how it's used, it's a good Arcana that can definitely achieve high performance if mastered.