Spellements are spell-specific upgrade materials in Wizard101. They let you modify existing spells through branching upgrade trees. Each Spellement corresponds to one spell in your school or a cross-school spell. You collect Spellements and spend them to unlock nodes on a spell’s Spellement tree. Some upgrades boost damage, others add new effects like blades, traps, heals, or critical bonuses. Upgrades are permanent and cannot be reversed once applied, so choose carefully when a tree branches.
What Are Spellements?
A Spellement is an item tied to a single spell. When you collect enough Spellements for a specific spell, you unlock a node on that spell’s Spellement tree. Trees branch at certain nodes, meaning you must pick one path and commit to it. Not every spell has a Spellement tree, but most high-impact spells do.
Spellement upgrades can include:
- Damage increases
- Added blade or trap effects
- Healing components on attack spells
- Alternate versions with different pip costs
- Critical hit bonuses
- Accuracy improvements
Each spell’s tree has multiple nodes, some locked behind earlier unlocks. The tree layout varies per spell.
How to Upgrade a Spell
- Open your Spellbook (default key H)
- Find the spell you want to upgrade
- Click the Spellement path indicator on that spell
- Select an unlocked upgrade node
- Spend the required Spellements to unlock it
Once you commit to a branching node, you cannot undo the choice. Plan before spending.
Detailed walkthrough:
- Navigate to the spell in question. Spells with available upgrade trees display a small glowing icon near the spell description.
- Click the icon to open the Spellement tree interface. Existing unlocks appear as filled nodes; locked nodes remain grayed until prerequisites are met.
- Hover over any node to preview its effect. The tooltip displays the exact mechanical change — damage numbers, percentages, added effects, and pip cost modifications where applicable.
- Click the desired node, confirm your selection in the prompt window, and spend your Spellements. The upgrade applies immediately.
Troubleshooting:
- If you do not see a Spellement path indicator, the spell either has no upgrade tree or you have not yet met the level requirement for access. Check that your character meets the minimum level threshold for world-specific trees.
- Some early-game spells lack upgrade trees entirely. Focus resources on late-game spells with meaningful branching options.
Where to Get Spellements
Boss Drops
World bosses drop Spellements for spells tied to their school and arc. The Loremaster in the Drake Hatchery (Dragonspyre) is the most well-known farming target. She drops a wide range of school-specific Spellements. Other world bosses in Karamelle, Lemuria, Novus, and Wallaru also drop Spellements for spells from those worlds.
Lore Packs
Lore Packs from the Crown Shop or Bazaar contain Spellements for Lore Pack spells, including Deer Knight for Death and Ninja Pigs for Myth.
Fishing
Fishing in certain worlds yields Spellements. Fish vendors sometimes sell them too.
Quest Rewards
Main story quests in newer worlds award Spellements directly, especially in Novus and Wallaru arcs.
Spellement Packs (Crown Shop)
Dedicated Spellement packs sell bundles of school-specific Spellements for Crowns.
The Bazaar
Players list Spellements for Gold at the Bazaar in Olde Town, Wizard City. Prices reflect supply and demand.
Spellement Sources at a Glance
| Source | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Loremaster (Dragonspyre) | General farming | Wide drop range, group friendly |
| World Bosses | Arc-specific spells | Drops tied to world |
| Lore Packs | Lore-only spells | Deer Knight, Ninja Pigs, etc. |
| Fishing | Passive accumulation | World-dependent |
| Quest Rewards | Novus / Wallaru | Direct rewards |
| Crown Shop Packs | Speed acquisition | Costs Crowns |
| Bazaar | Targeted buys | Gold cost, player-driven |
Spellement Mechanics: Branching and Locks
Understanding the branching system is essential before you commit resources.
How branching works: Some Spellement trees contain a fork node where two different upgrade paths diverge. When you select one, the alternative path locks permanently. This means each branch decision is final and affects everything downstream in that path.
Tiered locks: Nodes deeper in the tree often require prerequisite unlocks above them. A high-tier damage bonus may depend on first unlocking a mid-tier accuracy boost. Plan your farming order to unlock prerequisites in sequence rather than skipping ahead.
Multiple players, same targets: In group runs, each player earns Spellements independently. Group farming is efficient because multiple characters can collect different Spellement types simultaneously.
Shared vs. personal resources: Spellements are stored individually per character. If you play multiple characters in the same school, you must farm Spellements separately for each. However, Bazaar purchases can be shared by mailing between characters.
Best Spellements to Farm
High Priority
- Your school’s top damage spells, since they see the most use
- Spells used in every dungeon run
- Lore Pack spell upgrades if you already own them
Lower Priority
- Utility spell upgrades unless running a dedicated support build
- Spells you rarely cast
School Highlights
Fire
Fire Spellements often improve the DoT component of spells and can boost accuracy on spells like Meteor Strike.
Ice
Ice upgrades frequently add shield or stun effects to attacks. Tower Shield Spellements can strengthen defensive options.
Storm
Storm Spellements push raw damage ceilings higher, making them strong on critical-focused builds.
Life
Life Spellements improve healing spells, adding extra healing ticks or expanding group heal coverage.
Death
Death has some of the most valued upgrade paths. Deer Knight, originally a Lore Pack spell, has a strong upgrade route. Scarecrow’s multi-target effect can also be enhanced.
Myth
Myth Spellements improve Ninja Pigs and other Lore spells. They also strengthen Myth’s hit-and-stun mechanics.
Balance
Balance upgrades enhance multi-hit and multi-school effects. Judge and Nested Fury both have upgrade options worth evaluating.
Building Synergies with Spellements
Spellements are not standalone upgrades — they must work with your overall deck construction.
Pip economy considerations: Upgraded spells that reduce pip cost or generate extra pips change your rotation timing. A damage spell that costs one fewer pip can let you cast it earlier in a turn cycle, potentially securing a kill before the enemy acts.
Blade and trap scaling: Spells that gain blade or trap effects from Spellements pair well with schools that excel at applying or detonating those effects. Death benefits from adding death-based traps, while Balance gains value from multi-element blade triggers.
Synergy examples:
- A Storm spell upgrade that increases critical chance complements a deck built around burst crit damage.
- A Life spell upgrade adding a heal-on-cast component synergizes with sustain-focused dungeons.
- An Ice upgrade adding a shield effect pairs naturally with tank-oriented plays.
Rotation impact: Before upgrading, simulate your typical combat rotation with the modified spell. Consider whether the new effect changes cast order, pip allocation, or enemy response patterns.
Farming Tips
- Farm the Loremaster for the best spread of Spellements. Group runs speed up the process.
- Check the upgrade tree before farming a specific Spellement. Some nodes underperform.
- Avoid Crown Shop packs unless you need one Spellement urgently. Farming is more cost-efficient.
- Read the full tree before unlocking nodes. You may want a deeper node, not the first one.
- Fish passively in relevant worlds to supplement boss drops.
- Join a consistent farming group — repeatable boss routes save time and build reliable inventory across multiple characters.
- Track prices on the Bazaar before buying. Spellement costs fluctuate based on server demand and drop rate changes.
- Prioritize one spell at a time rather than spreading Spellements thin across multiple trees.
Spellement Tree Strategy
Before investing, review the entire tree for your target spell. Consider whether a branch leads to a node you actually want. If a tree branches into two paths and only one offers meaningful value, avoid the other branch. Some players farm multiple sets of Spellements for backup options before committing.
Upgrades that boost damage on your most-used spell will outperform minor utility changes on low-usage spells. Prioritize based on your deck’s actual rotation.
Decision framework:
- Map out all branches on paper or in notes before opening any tree
- Identify which final nodes appear most valuable for your build
- Work backward from your target node to determine the exact Spellements you need
- Farm only what is necessary for that path to avoid wasted inventory
Cost and Efficiency
Spellements from the Bazaar scale with demand. Popular Spellements for meta spells carry higher Gold prices. The Loremaster drop rate makes her the most efficient farming source for most players. Lore Packs offer a faster alternative for rare Spellements but consume Crowns.
Cost comparison rough guidelines:
- Farming via bosses and fishing is the lowest cost option but requires time investment
- Bazaar purchases are moderate cost and good for filling small gaps in your collection
- Crown Shop packs are the highest cost option and best reserved for emergency needs or time-constrained situations
Spellements for lower-tier spells tend to be cheaper on the Bazaar since fewer players invest in those trees. Focus your Gold spending on high-impact Spellements first.
FAQ
Q: Can I undo a Spellement upgrade?
No. Once a node is unlocked on a Spellement tree, it is permanent.
Q: Where is the best place to farm Spellements?
The Loremaster in the Drake Hatchery (Dragonspyre) is the top farming location.
Q: Do all spells have Spellement trees?
No. Only selected spells have upgrade trees.
Q: Can I trade Spellements between players?
Yes, through the Bazaar in Olde Town, Wizard City.
Q: Are Spellement packs worth buying from the Crown Shop?
They are convenient but farming is more cost-efficient for most players.
Q: How do I know which branch to pick when a tree forks?
Review the tooltips for both paths before committing. Look for nodes that improve damage, utility, or efficiency on spells you cast frequently. Avoid branches that add effects your deck does not support.
Q: Should I max out one spell’s tree or spread upgrades across multiple spells?
Maximize one or two core spells first. A fully upgraded key spell outperforms three partially upgraded ones. Once your primary spell reaches its optimal nodes, rotate to secondary upgrades.
Verified as of July 2026. Check official patch notes for updates.
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