Illusion
Illusion school spells - deception and trickery
Arcanist's Magic Aura
Hey, new caster, Arcanist's Magic Aura is a niche 2nd-level illusion spell that's pure gold in the right intrigue-heavy campaign but sits on the bench in most d...
Read GuideBlur
Hey, new caster, Blur is one of those 2nd-level spells that punches above its weight if you're a Sorcerer or Wizard stuck in melee hell. Your body blurs, giving...
Read GuideColor Spray
Hey new caster, Color Spray looks flashy but it's mostly a trap in 5e. This 1st-level illusion spell rolls 6d10 (average 33 HP) to blind creatures in a 15-foot...
Read GuideCreation
Hey, new caster friend—I've optimized more spell lists than I can count over 15 years of 5e tables, and Creation is a classic 'situational gem' that punches way...
Read GuideDisguise Self
Hey, new caster buddy—Disguise Self is a classic 1st-level illusion trick that's Situational gold in the right campaign. It lets you alter your appearance (and...
Read GuideDream
Dream is a 5th-level illusion spell that's pure campaign flavor gold for intrigue-heavy games but a massive slot trap in combat-focused ones. You send a messeng...
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