Learn how to unlock magic in Nethros by investing 10 Soul points, completing the Unknown Signal quest, and mastering spell casting through directional inputs. This comprehensive guide covers everything from initial setup to advanced spell management.
Requirement | Details | Location |
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Prerequisite | 10 points in Soul Skill Tree | Character Stats |
Quest Start | Talk to Paz/Pez NPC | Ver'Thoran Jungle Tavern |
Key Location | World's Pulse Symbol | Interstice Region (bottom) |
Challenge | Purple Path Minigame | Alternate Dimension |
Reward | Soul Resonance Skill | Magic Unlocked |
Spell Cost | 1000 Yins per roll | Spell Merchants |
Tome Cost | 500 Yens each | Witch in Lone Tower |
Magic in Nethros represents one of the most powerful combat systems available, allowing players to cast devastating spells and gain unique tactical advantages. To unlock magic, you must first invest 10 points into your Soul Skill Tree, which will trigger the "Unknown Signal" quest and open the path to becoming a formidable mage. This guide will walk you through every step of the process, from initial preparation to mastering advanced spell combinations, ensuring you can harness the full potential of Nethros's magical system.
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Before embarking on your journey to unlock magic, proper preparation is essential. The magic system in Nethros is designed to be a mid-to-late game feature, requiring both stat investment and quest completion.
The first and most critical requirement is investing 10 points into your Soul Skill Tree. This stat investment serves as the gateway to magical abilities and cannot be bypassed. Here's why this matters:
Pro Tip: When creating your character, consider the Seraphim race (2% spawn chance) as they start with mana and have magic-related bonuses:
While any race can learn magic, some provide significant advantages for aspiring mages:
Race | Spawn Chance | Magic Benefits |
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Seraphim | 2% | Starts with mana, spell parrying refills mana, 10% spell damage → Lumia |
Human | 30% | Cooldown reset below 15% HP (great for defensive spell casting) |
Weaver | 7% | Critical attacks poison targets (synergizes with damage-over-time spells) |
Once you've invested 10 Soul points, head to the Ver'Thoran Jungle region. Look for the tavern with an overworld waymarker - this is where you'll find Paz (also referred to as Pez in some sources).
Location Details:
Dialogue Summary: Paz will explain that you've shown potential for magic and will task you with finding the "World's Pulse" - a mystical energy source that will unlock your magical abilities.
The World's Pulse is located in the Interstice region, specifically at the bottom of this area. This can be challenging to find as there's no direct waypoint, but the game provides visual cues:
Navigation Tips:
Pro Tip: Increase your Gamma/Brightness settings before entering this area, as it's extremely dark and difficult to navigate otherwise.
The ??? Cave presents several challenges that test your parkour and navigation skills:
Cave Features:
Navigation Strategy:
At the end of the cave, you'll encounter a strange blue sigil on the wall. Interacting with this sigil will transport you to an alternate dimension - the testing ground for your magical potential.
What to Expect:
This is the final challenge before unlocking magic. The purple path minigame tests your precision and timing:
Minigame Mechanics:
Completion Rewards:
Congratulations! You've now unlocked the magic system in Nethros. However, this is just the beginning. Here's how to manage and expand your magical abilities:
After unlocking magic, you'll gain access to two primary methods of obtaining spells:
Cost: 1000 Yins per roll Location: Spell merchants throughout the world Mechanics:
Spell Casting Mechanics: Each spell uses specific directional input combinations. For example:
Cost: 500 Yens per tome Location: Witch in The Lone Tower (near Grasslands) Mechanics:
The Witch Questline:
Beyond random spell rolling, you can unlock specific spells by collecting Sigils scattered throughout the world:
Sigil System:
Sigil Hunting Tips:
To maximize your magical effectiveness, consider these advanced strategies:
Seraphim Mage Build:
Human Mage Build:
Primary Stats:
Secondary Stats:
Creating effective spell combinations is key to mastering Nethros's magic system:
Basic Combos:
Advanced Techniques:
The time required varies based on your playstyle and progression speed, but typically takes 10-20 hours. The main factors are reaching Level 10-15 for sufficient Soul points and completing the prerequisite quests.
The Seraphim race (2% spawn chance) is considered the best for magic users due to its built-in mana regeneration and Lumia conversion abilities. However, Humans are also strong contenders with their emergency cooldown reset ability.
Currently, Nethros doesn't offer a stat respec system. Plan your character build carefully from the beginning, especially if you intend to pursue magic.
While there aren't dedicated "mage" classes, certain weapon skill trees lead to magic-oriented class extensions. The Witch Hunter and similar magic-focused classes become available at Level 20.
Investing points in the Soul stat is the primary way to increase your mana pool. Additionally, certain Virtues and equipment can provide mana bonuses and regeneration effects.
Spell rolling (1000 Yins) gives you permanent spells with directional inputs, while tomes (500 Yens) provide one-time instant casts. Rolling is better for long-term progression, while tomes are useful for emergencies.
No, once you've completed the magic questline and unlocked the Soul Resonance skill, your magic abilities are permanent. However, individual spells may be affected by game balance updates.
Mastering magic in Nethros opens up a completely new dimension of gameplay, offering both powerful combat options and unique strategic depth. By following this comprehensive guide, you'll be well-equipped to navigate the magic unlock process, build an effective mage character, and dominate the magical aspects of Nethros.
Remember to join the official Discord community for the latest updates and to connect with fellow magic users. The world of Nethros magic is constantly evolving, so stay tuned for new spells, abilities, and magical discoveries in October 2025!
Ready to begin your magical journey? Start investing those Soul points, seek out Paz in Ver'Thoran Jungle, and prepare to unlock the incredible power that awaits you in Nethros's magical realm!