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A '''caster''' type [[class]] or [[monster]], is capable of using magical spells, or spell-like abilities to accomplish tasks rather than brute force and [[melee]] combat. They are usually not excluded from melee, but they generally prefer (through AI or player choices) and excel in ranged spellcasting. This is the classic definition of a caster.
==Caster Classes==
In Diablo III, the following classes are considered "caster" classes:
* [[Wizard]] - Pure spell caster. Has melee spells, but don't physically hit monsters often.
* [[Witch Doctor]] - Spell caster with some random bits thrown in for ranged and close combat.
* [[Other classes]] - Many players are expecting some sort of melee/caster hybrid as an class to be announced by Blizzard.
==Caster Type Monsters==
[[Monster]]s that can cast spells are also called "casters". Their selection of spells varies, but they are usually only able to use a few spells per type of monster. Here are a few examples of caster monsters:
* [[Goatman Shaman]]
* [[Dark Cultist]]
A caster monster spell can be a spell used by a character class, a spell only used on scrolls or staves, or a custom-made spell for that monster. They include offensive and defensive spells.
* Offensive spells include effects such as a Firebolt, Fireball or Frost Nova.
* Defensive spells are usually [[buff]]s, [[heal]]ing or [[resurrect]]ion spells.
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==Caster Classes==
In Diablo III, the following classes are considered "caster" classes:
* [[Wizard]] - Pure spell caster. Has melee spells, but don't physically hit monsters often.
* [[Witch Doctor]] - Spell caster with some random bits thrown in for ranged and close combat.
* [[Other classes]] - Many players are expecting some sort of melee/caster hybrid as an class to be announced by Blizzard.
==Caster Type Monsters==
[[Monster]]s that can cast spells are also called "casters". Their selection of spells varies, but they are usually only able to use a few spells per type of monster. Here are a few examples of caster monsters:
* [[Goatman Shaman]]
* [[Dark Cultist]]
A caster monster spell can be a spell used by a character class, a spell only used on scrolls or staves, or a custom-made spell for that monster. They include offensive and defensive spells.
* Offensive spells include effects such as a Firebolt, Fireball or Frost Nova.
* Defensive spells are usually [[buff]]s, [[heal]]ing or [[resurrect]]ion spells.
[[Category:Game terms]]
