Creating New Spells?

[TracerBullet42]

I've looked over the SRD, and can't seem to find the rules for creating new spells. Are they in there? Where might I find the necessary rules?

I've recently started playing a halfling ranger/wizard who is very much into the arcane arts as well as archery. I would like to have this character research and create a new spell that allows a PC to fire into a grapple and eliminate the percent change of striking either grappler.

Something like this:

Grapple Shot
Level: Sor1/Wiz1
Components: V, S, M, F
Casting Time: 1 standard action
Range: Creature Touched
Duration: 1 round/level

The creature affected by this spell can fire a ranged attack into a grapple and, if it is a hit, strike the intended target without having to make a roll to randomly see which grappling combatant you strike.

Is this a balanced spell? Does it seem an appropriate first level spell? What if the duration was changed to 1 min/level? 1 hour/level?

 

[Thanee]

You find rules for spell research in the DMG.

The spell seems fine. A bit weak maybe, since the situation is quite specific.

Bye
Thanee

 

[TracerBullet42]

Are there "in-game" rules for a character researching and creating such a spell, though? I'm not looking for a "power" spell, this is really just a flavor thing that would be neat to have my PC create.

I just don't know if there are established "in-game" rules for having a PC create a spell.

 

[Ogrork the Mighty]

I'd say the duration should probably be 10 mins/level. If you want to make it 1 hour/level (which I wouldn't think is a problem), I'd definitely make it a 2nd-lvl spell.

All you're really getting is the ability to not accidentally shoot the wrong target in a grapple.

I'd also grant this spell to rangers.

 

[Aurora]

For a first level spell, I would either make it 1 min or 10 min per level. My character has tweaked a few spells to make them more hers ie: changed them to lightning based since she is an elemental savant. As long as the spell is balanced power-wise with other 1st level spells, I don't see a problem with it. I agree with Thanee, the spell is very specific and I don't see a wide amount of use for it, but if it fits the character, then go for it. GL!

 

[Xarls Taunzund]

Are there "in-game" rules for a character researching and creating such a spell, though? I'm not looking for a "power" spell, this is really just a flavor thing that would be neat to have my PC create.

I just don't know if there are established "in-game" rules for having a PC create a spell.

Yes, as Thanee mentioned, you will find the rules in Chapter 2 of the DMG. However the rules for creating new spells are not in the SRD.

 

[Thanee]

These rules are pretty generic, though, not sure if they qualify for what you are looking for, but best have a look yourself.

Bye
Thanee

 

[TracerBullet42]

These rules are pretty generic, though, not sure if they qualify for what you are looking for, but best have a look yourself.

Bye
Thanee

I see...yes they are.

We'll have to just come up with our own "in game" way for it to happen. Thanks for all the input, everyone!

 

[irdeggman]

Also try pg 198 of the DMG for ways PCs improve. It is in the optinal training rules but may prove useful.

DMG II Chap 6 (under students and masters) also has some information that may be useful .

 

[FCWesel]

Another idea might be to make the duration 1 minute only and do something like the spell can effect 1 arrow for every three caster levels. This way you can get a couple arrows for one spell, since most "true" archers can fire more then 1 arrow a round.

Another idea might be to look at it being a 1st level Swift spell, that can affect one arrow for 1 round. This way you can get one arrow off, with the effect the same round that you cast the spell.