Black Mage (Final Fantasy III)

The Black Mage is a job class in Final Fantasy III, both the NES original, and the Nintendo DS remake. It is gained from the Wind Crystal.

Appearance


In the NES original, the black mage hasn't changed since Final Fantasy I, still wearing his blue robes and pointy hat.

In the Nintendo DS version, they may be a little more detailed, but there's no mistaking the Black Mage design.

NES version

 * Special Ability - Black Magic

Like every other Final Fantasy, the black mage specialises in destructive magic, as well as status ailment spells. As a black mage, he can only learn lower level Black Magic, but later on, he can be convert to a Warlock or Magus in order to use the higher level spells. Stat growth for the black mage is what you'd expect: very weak in all areas, save magic attack.

DS version

 * Special Ability - Black Magic

The Black Mage can still only use Black Magic. However, this time he can only use up to level 7 Black Magic. He also has a weaker MP progression once he reaches the higher Magic levels.

Equipment
Black mages can only equip staffs and light armor. Never expect them to leave the back row.