PvE and PvP: context for Mages

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Hit talents (Arcane Focus, Elemental Precision) matter against higher-level targets.

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Improved Scorch and Winter's Chill now benefit only you; no need to stack them in a group.

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Big-pack farming was weakened: Cone of Cold is shorter and Improved Blizzard slows at most 40%.

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Instant spells (Ice Lance) and longer slows (Permafrost 11/22/33%) shine in mobile fights.

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Improved Counterspell now always applies a short Silence.

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Racials matter more here: Will of the Forsaken, Will to Survive, Escape Artist, Shatter Curse.