Reply to thread

Message: <blockquote data-quote="Gadget" data-source="post: 6457198" data-attributes="member: 23716">All these uses are pretty niche, and really are just not worth a very precious sixth level spell slot (yes, you could cast it as a ritual, but still).  I suppose I wouldn't have as much of a problem with this spell and its many restrictions if it was a lower level spell.  But sixth level?  Maybe 3rd or fourth level with an expensive cost, but I really don't see this being sixth level.  It seems many of the old spells just carried over from older editions with nary an adjustment to speak of.  I mean, spells like DWIS usefulness may vary quite a bit depending on the campaign, but really.  So far, the uses seem to be a substitute golf bag of magic weapons/implements (which assumes a lot, considering the lesser role magic items play in this edition), and 'get past the metal detectors' for intrigue laden campaigns, with a side helping of 'summon the Mcguffin when we get to Mt. Doom' scenario (which is really a sub plot of 'get past the metal detectors').     It's too bad, as It is a really a flavorful spell and requires some clever thinking to use effectively.  I just don't think it is quite worth the cost and the spell level, given its purported benefits.</blockquote>