Today, we'll take a deep dive into what makes Fire Master unique, how to make the most of it, and how to set the maximum DPS for your character using the new tools provided in the Moon water Planes update. For players who need new tools to increase your DPS, MMOEXP also offers BnS NEO Classic Divine Gems for help you. Let's get started!

Why Choose Fire KFM?

The Fire KFM build has been popular among players for its simplicity and effectiveness, especially when compared to the Wind KFM. While the Wind KFM relies heavily on fast cancels and requires impeccable ping for optimal performance, the Fire KFM offers a much easier and more forgiving play style.

Here are some reasons why the Fire KFM build is an appealing choice for many players:

No Need for Canceling: Unlike Wind KFM, which depends on intricate cancel mechanics to maximize DPS, the Fire KFM is more straightforward. You don't have to worry about canceling abilities or keeping track of multiple buffs and stacks.

No Ping Dependency: Fire KFM is less reliant on ping than the Wind build. It's ideal for players who may not have low-latency connections.

Easy Focus Management: Fire KFM is designed for easy focus recovery. The key to maximizing this build lies in managing your focus effectively, and it doesn't require advanced mechanics like other builds.

Searing Palm Management: The Fire KFM has an easier time managing Searing Palm, thanks to abilities like Searing Blow, which reduces the cool down of Searing Palm by 7 seconds. This makes it much easier to consistently trigger and maintain high damage.

Core Skills for Fire KFM

To play Fire KFM effectively, you'll need to unlock and master specific skills. These skills form the backbone of the build and dictate the pace of your combat rotation. Here are the most important skills you'll need:

1. Searing Blow

Searing Blow is one of the two essential blue skills that make the Fire KFM viable. It has several key benefits:

Cool down Reduction: When used correctly, Searing Blow reduces the cool down of your Searing Palm by 7 seconds, making it essential for keeping your DPS up.

Damage Boost: Although the purple version of Searing Blow increases damage, even the basic version of this skill is vital for maintaining a solid rotation.

2. Tiger Strike

The second must-have blue skill is Tiger Strike. This skill is integral for maintaining high DPS:

Damage Scaling: As you upgrade Tiger Strike (especially with the purple version), the damage significantly increases, making it your primary source of damage output.

Skill Priority: In terms of damage output, Tiger Strike should be prioritized over other abilities. Ensure you have the highest tier available for optimal performance.

3. Searing Palm

Searing Palm is the heart of the Fire KFM's damage rotation. It's the primary ability used to generate and apply damage over time to enemies. Unlike Wind KFM, where you aim to stack Searing Palm quickly for maximum buffs, Fire KFM focuses on staying between the 3rd and 4th stages for consistency.

Focus Recovery: The key here is focusing on managing your Searing Palm's cool down efficiently. Fire KFM allows you to quickly rush through the first two stages of Searing Palm and remain in the 3rd or 4th stage for maximum uptime on damage.

4. Comet Strike

Though not the highest DPS skill in the Fire KFM build, Comet Strike still has value. Its primary role is utility rather than dealing massive damage.

Focus Recovery: One of the reasons to choose Comet Strike is its ability to provide focus recovery. This is particularly helpful in situations where you need to replenish your focus to maintain a steady DPS output.

5. Vacuum Cleaner (CC Skill)

This is a crowd control (CC) skill that can be crucial for both PvE and PvP content. The ability to pull enemies in and hold them in place is invaluable in many situations, whether you're clearing trash mobs or controlling opponents in battlegrounds.

Optimal Skill Tree Setup

With the Fire KFM build, it's essential to have a clear skill tree setup to maximize your damage output. Here's the recommended path:

Straight Jab: While it's not used often, Straight Jab is helpful when you run out of focus or make a mistake in your rotation. It's a reliable backup skill to avoid losing too much damage.

Searing Blow & Tiger Strike: These are the core skills for the build and should be prioritized for maximum damage output.

Leading Palm (for raw damage): This is a skill that can help you unleash devastating bursts of damage. There's no need to worry about reducing cool downs here—focus on raw damage.

Tremor (Optional): Some pro players opt for the healing version of Tremor, which can provide substantial focus recovery. While this is gated behind blue versions, it can be highly beneficial for sustain in longer fights.

Shrouded Shadow: This skill should be selected for added damage and a secondary way to trigger Searing Palm.

Badges and Soul Badges

Badges and Soul Badges play an essential role in enhancing your overall effectiveness in combat. Here's what you should focus on:

Badge Choices:

Mystic Badge (Virtuous Version): The Virtuous Mystic Badge reduces the cool down of Leading Palm, allowing you to use it twice in succession on the 4th stage of Searing Palm. This can be highly beneficial, as Leading Palm is your primary source of burst damage.

Witch Soul Badge (Alternative): If you don't have access to the Virtuous Mystic Badge, the Witch Soul Badge can also be an option, as it complements Cycling Kick and Comet Strike by increasing their effectiveness.

Soul Badge Recommendations:

Tiger Strike Soul Badge: The most important Soul Badge for the Fire KFM build. Ensure you get the highest tier possible, as it directly enhances your primary DPS skill, Tiger Strike.

Rotation and Play style

One of the most significant advantages of Fire KFM is its simplicity. The rotation doesn't require perfect execution, and it's forgiving if you miss a step. Here's the basic rotation to follow:

Start by using Searing Palm: Ensure that you are at the 3rd or 4th stage of Searing Palm for maximum uptime and damage output.

Use Searing Blow: Once you have activated Searing Palm, you can start spamming Searing Blow to reduce the cool down of your Searing Palm and continue applying damage.

Spam Tiger Strike: Once you're in the 3rd stage of Searing Palm, use Tiger Strike as your primary source of DPS. Keep using it until your focus runs out.

Use Comet Strike: Use Comet Strike when you need additional focus recovery and as a filler between your main DPS abilities.

Repeat the Cycle: As soon as you run out of focus, use Straight Jab to regain focus and continue the rotation.

In general, your goal is to manage your focus well enough that you can consistently hit the 3rd and 4th stages of Searing Palm while spamming your high-damage abilities like Tiger Strike. Don't forget to use Leading Palm on cool down for additional burst damage.

Final Thoughts

The Fire KFM build in Blade & Soul NEO Classic is a fantastic option for players who prefer a simpler, yet highly effective, approach to combat. It's particularly beneficial for players with less-than-ideal ping or those who are just starting with the KFM class. The new updates, especially the availability of blue skill books, make this build even more powerful and accessible than before.

If you want a build that focuses on straightforward rotations, easy focus recovery, and high burst damage, the Fire KFM build is definitely worth considering. Just make sure to prioritize the right skills, badges, and soul badges, and practice your rotation to keep your damage output at its peak.

Good luck, and enjoy smashing through your enemies with the power of Fire!

MMOexp BnS NEO Classic Team