Yggdrasil

Spells

Browse the public spells that belong to this world. Select a card to read more.

Public spells roster

Flow Acceleration

Flow Acceleration grants the caster an extraordinary surge of neural velocity, sharpening reflexes and quickening muscle response for a brief but potent duration. During this heightened state, the caster's attacks become swift and precise, striking with remarkable speed, while their movements flow with unnatural fluidity across any terrain. The spell channels raw magical energy directly into the nervous system, overclocking the body's natural processes to superhuman levels of performance. However, this intense acceleration demands a severe toll on the mind once the effect fades. As the spell's duration expires, the caster experiences a profound mental exhaustion, struggling with clouded thoughts, diminished focus, and a deep weariness that settles over their consciousness. This backlash serves as a sobering reminder of the price paid for pushing mortal limitations beyond their intended boundaries. Wise practitioners must carefully consider whether the brief moment of superhuman capability justifies the subsequent cognitive impairment.

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Ability Boost

This potent enchantment suffuses the target's body with arcane energy, temporarily enhancing their physical prowess across all domains. Muscle and sinew become more responsive, reflexes sharpen to preternatural levels, and the body's natural resilience increases substantially. The recipient finds themselves capable of feats of strength they could scarcely achieve moments before, while their coordination and balance improve dramatically. This magical enhancement extends to the body's fundamental systems, granting greater endurance and stamina for sustained physical exertion. The effect manifests as a warm, invigorating sensation that spreads throughout the target's frame, bolstering confidence alongside capability. The enhancement remains stable for the duration of the spell, though prolonged use can leave one feeling drained once the magic fades. Those who benefit from this spell often report feeling more alive and capable than ever before, as though their physical limitations have been temporarily cast aside.

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Undead Flame

Undead Flame shrouds the caster or a willing creature in an ethereal inferno of obsidian fire, born from the very essence of negative energy and death itself. These spectral flames cling to the body without causing harm to the bearer, yet sear with necrotic power anyone foolish enough to make contact with them. Those who touch the burning aura suffer continuous waves of life-draining damage, their vitality siphoned away by the hungry darkness. The spell proves particularly devastating when combined with martial prowess, as each successful weapon strike channels additional necrotic energy into the target, compounding the damage beyond the blade alone. Every blow struck against an enemy becomes an opportunity to drain their life force, transferring their essence to bolster the wielder. The flames persist around the caster, creating a zone of dread that punishes melee engagement and rewards aggressive combat tactics. This unholy enchantment transforms a warrior into an instrument of death, where offense and defense become one and the same.

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Death

This devastating spell, bound within the artifact known as Charon's Guidance, instantly snuffs out the life force of a single creature with no warning or mercy. The spell manifests as an invisible force that pierces through defenses and strikes at the very essence of mortality itself. You may invoke this spell twice before you must wait eight hours for its power to replenish. The spell proves most effective when used in conjunction with "The Goal of All Life is Death," a complementary enchantment that weakens a target's resistance to its lethal effects. When both powers are combined, few creatures possess the fortitude or magical protections necessary to resist the combined onslaught. This makes the pairing a nearly unstoppable combination against most adversaries, regardless of their strength or cunning.

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The Goal Of All Life Is Death

When wielded by one attuned to death magic, Charon's Guidance unlocks an ancient and terrible power—the ultimate trump card bestowed by Surshana, the primordial deity of mortality itself. By channeling one's innate Talent through this artifact, the wielder can invoke an instant-death effect of devastating potency that transcends all conventional limitations. After a brief incubation period of approximately twelve seconds, the curse reaches its apex and becomes utterly inexorable, piercing through all forms of magical resistance and immunity that would normally shield a creature from death. Even beings that are inherently immune to death magic or possess the most powerful protective enchantments find themselves unable to resist this fateful judgment. The target's fate becomes sealed, and death claims them absolutely, making this among the most formidable and feared abilities known to exist. Few in the world possess both the capacity to wield such power and the will to unleash it, for its mere existence serves as a reminder of mortality's inevitable supremacy.

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Lightning

Lightning is a potent offensive spell that conjures a brilliant, jagged bolt of electrical energy and hurls it in a straight line toward your target. The crackling discharge is particularly devastating against foes clad in metal armor, as the conductive properties of their protection channel the electrical force directly through their bodies with amplified effect. This spell serves as both a formidable weapon in direct combat and a psychological tool, capable of intimidating opponents with its spectacular display of raw magical power. The bolt travels swiftly across the battlefield, leaving a trail of scorched air and the acrid smell of ozone in its wake. Those struck by the spell experience searing pain as the electricity courses through them, potentially leaving them temporarily stunned or paralyzed. Beyond its combat applications, the spell's dramatic nature makes it an effective deterrent, as few warriors willingly stand against such an overwhelming display of arcane force. Whether used as a decisive finishing blow or a warning to adversaries, Lightning remains a cornerstone spell for spellcasters who command the fury of the storm.

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Detect Enchant

This powerful divination allows you to perceive the invisible threads of magic woven into creatures and objects alike. When you cast this spell, you gain the ability to sense the presence of magical enchantments within thirty feet of you, discerning their general nature and potency. You can focus your concentration on a single target to uncover more detailed information about the enchantments affecting it, including whether they enhance, curse, or protect. The spell reveals the school of magic involved in each enchantment, though it does not expose specific command words or hidden properties unless they directly relate to the enchantment's fundamental purpose. Objects bearing magical runes, wards, or binding enchantments become immediately apparent to your heightened perception, allowing you to identify trapped or ensorcelled items before handling them. This spell proves invaluable for adventurers seeking to understand mysterious artifacts or verify the legitimacy of claimed magical items. The sensation of magical auras remains vivid in your mind even after the spell concludes, granting you advantage on subsequent checks to identify the enchantments you detected.

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Appraisal Magic Item

This enchantment allows you to discern the true nature and capabilities of a magical object through careful examination and arcane insight. When cast upon an item, the spell reveals all of its magical properties, including any special abilities, attunement requirements, and curses that may be bound to it. The magic grants you understanding of how to properly activate and utilize the item's powers, though it does not grant you the ability to use those powers yourself. You gain knowledge of any limitations or conditions placed upon the item, such as charges, usage restrictions, or alignment requirements. The spell pierces through mundane disguises and false enchantments, exposing the true magical essence beneath. This divination is particularly valuable when acquiring items of unknown origin or when attempting to appraise magical treasures for trade or collection. The magic provides complete clarity about the item's value and function, making it an essential tool for adventurers and scholars alike.

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Continual Light

This spell conjures an enduring luminescence that persists indefinitely without requiring concentration or additional magical energy to maintain. The caster can manifest the light within a 60-foot radius, choosing its intensity anywhere from a dim flicker resembling candlelight to a brilliant radiance equivalent to a blazing torch. Once established, the magical illumination remains in place, whether attached to an object, a creature, or hovering in empty space as the caster desires. The light cannot be extinguished by mundane means such as wind or water, though magical darkness can suppress or overcome it in contested areas. The caster may adjust the brightness at will, allowing for subtle ambient lighting or dramatic brilliance depending on their needs. This spell proves invaluable for adventurers seeking reliable illumination in dungeons, caves, and other lightless environments without depleting their supply of torches or oil. A single casting can provide permanent lighting to a location, making it ideal for establishing safe camps or illuminating treacherous passages during extended expeditions.

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Hypnotism

This enchantment spell attempts to overwhelm the target's mind with cascading waves of mesmerizing mental imagery and soothing suggestions, bending their thoughts toward compliance with your will. The caster weaves intricate patterns of magical influence designed to cloud judgment and suppress resistance to commands. However, the spell's effectiveness varies greatly depending on the target's mental fortitude and resistance to magical persuasion. Creatures with particularly bestial or primitive intellects, such as trolls, often prove immune to its effects, their minds simply too alien or stubborn to be swayed by such subtle manipulation. The spell requires the caster to maintain focus and eye contact with the intended target, making it difficult to employ in chaotic combat situations. Those with strong-willed dispositions or natural magical resistance may shake off the spell's influence with concentrated effort. The magic dissipates quickly if the target is harmed or if the caster loses concentration, ending any mental hold that was established.

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Reinforce Armor

Reinforce Armor is a potent transmutation spell that magically strengthens and fortifies the protective qualities of worn armor or natural defenses. When cast, shimmering arcane energy suffuses the target's equipment, hardening the material and creating an invisible barrier that deflects incoming blows with greater efficiency. The spell bolsters both the structural integrity of plate and leather alike, as well as the resilience of those who wear no armor at all. For the duration of the enchantment, the target finds themselves remarkably more difficult to wound, as though their very skin has become as unyielding as steel. The magical reinforcement is subtle yet unmistakable in its effects, granting the recipient newfound confidence in their ability to withstand punishment in combat. This spell is particularly favored by battle clerics and protective wizards who seek to keep their allies standing through prolonged engagements. The reinforcement gradually fades once the spell's duration expires, leaving the target's defenses to return to their natural state.

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Acid Arrow

You conjure a shimmering projectile of caustic acid that streaks toward your target with supernatural speed. Upon impact, the corrosive bolt splashes across the target, dealing immediate acid damage and leaving burning residue that continues to sear flesh or material for several rounds. The spell's potency makes it a reliable choice for direct confrontation, allowing you to maintain pressure on enemies from a distance while they struggle against the lingering acidic effects. The projectile moves true and unerringly toward its mark, making it difficult to evade once unleashed. This versatile evocation serves as your primary means of offense in combat, capable of wearing down even armored foes through sustained application. Whether facing a single opponent or softening up priority targets in a larger engagement, Acid Arrow provides consistent, reliable damage output that forms the foundation of your offensive arsenal.

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