Do augmented powers replace the base power

Question

i.e.: I have a Wizard with the Cold power, and Power Augmentation 2. Say I want to augment Cold with a small AoE. Doest this "Cold Blast" replace the original power or can I use both the normal and augmented versions?

natfka · Accepted Answer

No. It changes the base power. Fey though do have the option to alter than powers on the fly.

Mark · Answer

Ah oh well xD. I'll try not to blow up my wizard then. Speaking of wizards. There is no point in having both Wands and Staves unlocked on the same class right? Also wands and staves seem to work different from other equipment in that you pay a cost for the trait but not the item, correct?