TL;DR: Hurricane is the Spellhowler's signature single-target wind nuke and the hardest-hitting single-target spell in the game. Slow to cast but devastating — with high M.Atk it can one-shot an undergeared enemy, making it a top PvP threat.

Overview

Hurricane is the most powerful single-target magic spell in the game and the signature skill of the Spellhowler (Storm Screamer after the 3rd class transfer). This wind-element nuke deals massive damage to one target. With high M.Atk, Hurricane can kill an undergeared opponent in a single cast, making it one of the scariest skills in PvP.

Skill Stats

PropertyValue
MP cost150 MP
Cast time4.5 seconds
Range900
ElementWind
Learned atLevel 74
DamageScales with M.Atk; 4,000–5,000+ at high level with strong gear

The long cast is the trade-off for record-breaking damage — Hurricane hits harder than any other single-target spell in the game.

PvP & PvE Usage

In PvE, Hurricane is used to finish single mobs with high HP. The long cast makes it a poor choice for speed farming, but it shines against Raid Bosses (RB). In PvP it's the Spellhowler's main weapon — one well-timed Hurricane can decide a duel. In castle sieges the Spellhowler plays sniper, picking off key targets (healers, leaders) from the back line.

Tips

  • Watch the cast: the 4.5-second cast leaves Hurricane open to interrupt — pair it with an ally's root or stun.
  • Stack M.Atk and Wind: gear that boosts M.Atk and the Wind attribute pushes damage to its peak.
  • Combo with control: use Seal of Winter to slow the target before you cast.
  • Mind resistances: targets with high Wind resist take less damage — check enemy resistances before committing.