Visions of Mana: Val Class and Elemental Guide

scarletrune |  Published: August 29, 2024
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Visions of Mana introduces a versatile class system that allows players to customize their party’s abilities and strengths. This guide focuses on Val, the game’s protagonist and a key figure in your journey to the Mana Tree. As the Soul Guard, Val’s role is crucial in both story and combat.

Val Class and Elemental Guide

Val Class and Elemental Guide
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Val is the first character you can play in Visions of Mana. As the Soul Guard, his job is to protect the Alms. Val’s fighting style focuses on close-range sword combat and delivering strong attacks.

Every character in Visions of Mana starts with a base class, and for Val, it’s the Guard. He wields a Short Sword and his class strike is called Phoenix Fervor.

Val can access eight additional classes by acquiring Elemental Vessels. Each class is tied to a specific element and offers unique strengths and strategies.

Wind Element: Rune Knight


Val Wind Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Great Sword
  • Class Strike: Garuda Tempest

The Rune Knight class is great at Saber Magic, which lets Val add elemental effects to weapons. This makes it perfect for taking advantage of enemy weaknesses and dealing elemental damage.

AttributeValue
HP-46
MP+13
Attack+26
Magic Attack+39
Defense-39
Magic Defense-39

Moon Element: Aegis


Val Moon Class  Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Lance
  • Class Strike: Garmr Ray

The Aegis class turns Val into a tank, greatly increasing his defense. This class focuses on creating shields with elemental resistance, making it ideal for players who want to protect their team.

AttributeValue
HP+46
MP-4
Attack+12
Magic Attack-3
Defense+84
Magic Defense-49

Water Element: Duelist


Val Water Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Great Sword
  • Class Strike: Serpent Surge

The Duelist class focuses on raw offensive power. With a massive boost to attack, this class is designed for players who want to deal heavy damage at the cost of magic defense.

AttributeValue
HP+0
MP-4
Attack+133
Magic Attack-10
Defense+0
Magic Defense-68

Fire Element: Liege


Val Fire Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Lance
  • Class Strike: Horus Inferno

Liege offers a balanced approach to tanking, with moderate boosts to attack and defense. This class excels in supporting the party with elemental shields and attack boosts.

AttributeValue
HP-46
MP+4
Attack+25
Magic Attack-3
Defense+26
Magic Defense-58

Earth Element: Weapon Master


Val Earth Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Small Sword
  • Class Strike: Cerberus Strike

Weapon Master specializes in ranged combat and crowd control. This class is ideal for players who prefer a strategic approach, using stun effects and projectile abilities.

AttributeValue
HP+46
MP-8
Attack-13
Magic Attack-9
Defense+20
Magic Defense-19

Wood Element: Edelfrei


Val Wood Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Small Sword
  • Class Strike: Quetzalcoatl Reave

Edelfrei emphasizes mobility and adaptability. This class shines in its ability to void enemy weaknesses, making it effective against a wide range of enemies.

AttributeValue
HP-91
MP+4
Attack+11
Magic Attack+10
Defense+11
Magic Defense-39

Light Element: Paladin


Val Light Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Lance
  • Class Strike: Unicorn Charge

The Paladin class focuses on party support and HP management. It’s an excellent choice for players who want to keep their team’s health topped up during challenging encounters.

AttributeValue
HP+0
MP+0
Attack+12
Magic Attack-3
Defense+6
Magic Defense-10

Dark Element: Berserker


Val Dark Elemental Vessel
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  • Weapon: Great Sword
  • Class Strike: Raven Shriek

Berserker is a high-risk, high-reward class. It sacrifices defense for increased attack power, with abilities that become stronger as Val’s HP decreases.

AttributeValue
HP+91
MP+4
Attack+39
Magic Attack+9
Defense-30
Magic Defense-39

To get the most out of Val, it’s important to know the strengths of each class and when to switch between them. Try out different classes to find the best combinations for your playstyle and the challenges in Visions of Mana.

About Author

Scarlet is an avid gaming and anime writer with a background in journalism covering both the topics, and fashion. She is a passionate writer since she was in high school. Shida is also a lover of cozy games like The Sims, Stardew Valley, Coral Island, and Fields of Mistria.