Copyright © 2001 by Robert J. Hall

These spells are recent additions to the knowledge of the College of Light. Some of these spells are novel or known only by a few advanced practitioners. Spells that do not require END to maintain have their endurance cost in parentheses.

Allure

By subtely bending and manipulating the rays of light that illuminate the target, the Light Wizard can make the subject appear healthier and more attractive, according to the cultural standards of the locale. The caster must be careful not to use this spell near a mirror, however, as it may have the opposite effect on his own features.

Bright Sight

With this spell, the Light Wizard is capable of seeing normally even in extremely brilliant lighting conditions. Unfortunately, this spell provides no protection against the side effects of the Wizard's other spells.

Daylight Vulnerability

This spell will create a narrow beam of pure sunlight, even during the night time. This beam will only damage undead and other beasts that are vulnerable to sunlight. If this spell is used in the presence of mirrored surfaces, however, the caster will be stunned by feedback.

Far Vision

The Light Wizard bends and warps the light entering his eyes so that he can see great distances with considerable clarity. If the caster fails his Magic Skill roll, the light is warped in unusual ways and he is momentarily blinded.

Flare Light

This spell creates a glowing point of light in the sky that slowly settles to the ground. While airborne, the flare illuminates the ground in a circle a quarter of a kilometer across, although the center is lit much brighter than the edges. The ascent of the flare leaves a brief streak of light that points back toward the Light Wizard.

Flashing Signals

A tightly focused beam of light can be used to generate vibrations at the target site, resulting in a crude form of distant communication. This beam will carry for a considerable distance, as long as nothing blocks the line of sight between the Wizard and the target. If there is a reflective surface near the path of the beam, the caster is blinded by flashes of light.

Glowing Sign

This trivial spell allows the Light Wizard to create signs from lines of glowing light. The Glowing Sign spell can be used for leaving a message or creating a sign to draw a crowd.

Kaleidoscope

The caster can manipulate the colors of any nearby light sources to produce a cone of flashing, whirling pattern of images that hinder normal vision. Any PER checks made under these conditions are severely hindered. When used near reflective surfaces, however, the caster is dazzled by light patterns.

Light Energy

The caster can draw energy from any bright light sources, allowing him to recover from fatigue and maintain his other powers. This energy can also be transferred to other individuals who may be weakened by excessive exertion.

Light Storm

Within the cone-shaped area of this spell, rays of light will take on solid form, creating a physical force from the direction of any light source. The strength of the light sources will determine the amount of force created. The full daylight sun is enough to pin a normal man to the ground, while the force from a candle will be as weak as a child. The point of the cone is located some 6" above the target area, pointed directly downward. If there is a mirror within the cone, the spell is reflected back upon the caster and he is slammed by a physical force.

Limn Objects

This spell will cause air within a sphere to radiate a faint glow of light. This will outline any solid creatures and objects, making them easier to strike. Invisible creatures can also be revealed by this means.

Magnify Sight

This unusual spell allows the wizard to bend the light arriving from a single spot so that he can view the location in great detail. This spell is sometimes useful for examining fine details or observing tiny creatures. However, the normal sight of the caster becomes highly distorted and he is unable to see clearly.

Mood Lighting

A difficult spell to master, Mood Lighting allows the caster to flash a colored light of the required intensity into the eyes of the target. The result of this illumination is a somewhat altered emotional state. The caster must make eye contact with the target in order for this spell to operate properly. If the spell is cast in the vicinity of a reflective surface, the mood of the caster is altered instead.

Nester's Net of Light

Upon casting this spell, a net of light beams is cast by the wizard, trapping any shadowy creatures caught within. This net will effect any shadow creatures that are desolidified, as long as they do not lie in a region that is opaque to sight. If the spell is cast in the vicinity of a reflective surface, the mind of the wizard is dazzled by glowing images and he is unable to think clearly for a few moments.

Refraction

By bending the light as if it had passed through a surface of water, the caster can make his location appear to shift slightly when viewed from the front. This effect will only work in a 120 degree arc across his forward facing, and will distort the background slightly so careful observers may guess at the illusion. Those who are fooled by the shifted image, however, will find themselves attacking empty air.

Skin Sight

This spell will allow a sightless person to sense simple patterns of light and darkness. The skin of the subject becomes darkened and sensitized to light. However, the vision thus afforded is poor and monochromatic at best, and the subject will have difficulty using the vision to judge distances.

Solar Radiation

By focusing intense rays of ultraviolet sunlight into the target hex, the caster can create an invisible beam that will inflict painful burns on any exposed patches of skin. These rays will also temporary blind any creatures that rely on ultraviolet sight. This spell must be cast in bright sunlight, or there will be insufficient radiation to have any effect.

Sphere of Diffusion

All light beams that strike this knife-thin shell are scattered in a myriad random directions, creating a sphere of greyness that is opaque to sight. The color of the sphere depends on the brightness and hue of the available light sources. The interior of the shell will be as dark as an underground cavern unless a source of light is carried inside.

Tripwire

This spell can be used to create a faint web of light beams that will trigger an alarm in the caster's mind whenever a creature or object crosses one of the paths. The position of the beams is set when the spell is cast, and a skillful thief may be able to bypass the alarm. If the spell is cast near a reflective surface, the Tripwire may fail to function properly.

Spell Determination

To randomly determine the spells known to a typical adept of the College of Light, use the tables of scholarly disciplines below. An experienced Light Wizard will commonly have several spells from a single primary discipline, plus a spell each from the other disciplines.