So.... how much does it cost to be a strong magician?

Bishops cost way more to fund than a mage. If i was a mage (making one atm) I would just buy the elemental wand and my damage would be godly enough.

never seen anything further from the truth. lest ye forget 25% of low dmg is not = to godly dmg. it CAN mean the difference between 1hko or 2hko but that would be the sole purpose for it. the holy class is the cheapest by far to own/level/boss from 30 all the way through 200. nevermind the fact that at 14x you'll be at skeles doing better than an AM at newties with an elemental weapon. Make sure you understand your AM fully before expecting an easy ride to 200.