not sure if anyone else mentioned this, i can't remember, but like older rpgs, some of the equipment can be "used" during battle to cast spells (with a chance of breaking). Nice to save spell slots.
The fire rod sold in the weapon store special menu casts a row-fire spell (looks like it's the same thing as the lv3 mage spell), while the lightning rod casts a single-target very strong lightning bolt.
The M-range circle-topped staff doesn't seem to do anything, nor does the large green orb M-ranged staff (Mage's staff?).
Need more drops to try out.
Random Complaint Edit: why is it so hard to find a pair of fucking jeans