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Detect Dragons

2nd-level · Divination Concentration

Source Deep Magic for 5th Edition

Casting Time
Action
Range
Self
Duration
10 Minutes
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Target
1 creature
Description

You can detect the presence of dragons and other draconic creatures within your line of sight and 120 feet, regardless of disguises, illusions, and alteration magic such as polymorph. The information you uncover depends on the number of consecutive rounds you spend an action studying a subject or area. On the first round of examination, you detect whether any draconic creatures are present, but not their number, location, identity, or type. On the second round, you learn the number of such creatures as well as the general condition of the most powerful one. On the third and subsequent rounds, you make a DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check; if it succeeds, you learn the age, type, and location of one draconic creature. Note that the spell provides no information on the turn in which it is cast, unless you have the means to take a second action that turn.

About Detect Dragons

Detect Dragons is a Level 2 level spell from the school of Divination.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of Self . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Casting Tips

2 tips

Consider these tips when casting this spell:

  • Tactical Use: Ideal for low-level encounters and utility situations. Consider environmental interactions for creative problem-solving.
  • Concentration: Requires concentration. Maintain focus to sustain the spell's effect.

School of Magic: Divination

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Divination spells reveal hidden information, predict the future, or detect truths.

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