Does Fly Work Underwater?

[Apollo]

Does Fly Work Underwater?

 

[Patlin]

I don't think there's an answer in the rules, but I would say the fly spell works fine underwater, though winged flight does not.

 

[Herremann the Wise]

I don't think Fly does work underwater.

Flying means... well, flying in air. If you're travelling in water, that's considered swimming. Isn't it?

Best Regards
Herremann the Wise

 

[fafhrd]

I'm inclined to agree with Herremann. You wouldn't have a swim speed and would be required to make swim checks.

[real reason for posting]Pssst! Herremann, update your storyhour. All your pimping got me hooked and now I need some follow through man! Seriously good stuff.[/subterfuge]

 

[dcollins]

3.0 FAQ p. 56:

Can a creature fly underwater? I’ve never heard of a
normal bird flying underwater. What are the rules
regarding this? If it’s possible, what is the penalty to
movement and maneuverability?

Flying creatures must swim when they enter the water, just
as other creatures do. A fly spell lets you swim at your normal
flying speed, but with the same maneuverability as other
swimmers (perfect maneuverability). Incorporeal creatures also
can fly/swim in this manner (they move through water just as
easily as they move through other substances). Note that
gaseous creatures cannot enter water.

 

[Infiniti2000]

Does Fly Work Underwater?

No. Not unless you allow swimming in the air.