The Best Wands in Avowed

You probably already know that in Avowed wizards rely on wands as their primary weapons. Each one has its own unique enchantments, elemental affinities, and stat boosts. Choosing the right wand can be a game-changer in Avowed so you need to be careful when picking the right weapon. Below is a list of the best wands in the game, ranked for their effectiveness and versatility.

1. Whisper of Exiles

Best for Frost-based builds and crowd control.

Whisper of Exiles is an OP wand for players who want to use an ice magic build. It inflicts Frost damage and builds Freeze accumulation on enemies. All of this makes Whisper of Exiles a great choice for slowing down opponents which can be a lot of help. The wand is found in the Great Sand Sea within the Shatterscarp region, where it is guarded by Dreamthralls amid the Dreamscourge-infected zones.

Key Features:

• Inflicts Frost damage

• Builds Freeze accumulation

• Enables Shatter effects for high burst damage

2. Minoletta’s Conduit

Best for Shock damage and long-range combat.

If you like lightning magic and that's what you've chosen for your Avowed adventure, definitely be on the lookout for Minoletta's Conduit. This wand grants a +10% bonus to Shock damage and it increases attack range by 30%, making it one of the best options in this category. Minoletta’s Conduit can be purchased from Abritt Porrya at the Porrya & Vellino shop in Fior Mes Iverno, located in the Emerald Stair.

Key Features:

• +5% attack damage bonus

• +30% maximum wand range

• +10% Shock damage for electric-based attacks

3. Cruel Command

Best for aggressive spellcasters who use fire magic.

Who doesn't love using a little fire magic? This Avowed wand is a powerful choice for players who want to deal extra damage early in fights. It has a special passive effect called Burning Lash, which adds +10% Fire damage. Let's not forget about the bonus Stun damage against enemies at full health, which is a great kick when you initiate combat. You can purchase Cruel Command from Stockkeeper Eberk at the Southern Warden Tower in Galawain’s Tusks.

Key Features:

• Extra Stun damage against enemies at full health

• Burning Lash passive effect (+10% Fire damage)

• Great for initiating fights

4. Superb Wand

Best for early-game reliability.

Yeah, this Avowed wand doesn't have special enchantments but it's a pretty decent pick for early- to mid-game. The Superb Wand's base stats make it a pretty good option until you can get your hands on more powerful wands. It's also really easy to upgrade.

Key Features:

• Decent stats

• Easily upgradeable 

• Good choice for beginners

Final Thoughts

The best wand in Avowed depends on your preferred playstyle. Don't be afraid go go out there and explore some other weapons we haven't mentioned in this guide. There's a little bit of something for everyone in Avowed!