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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Turhan" data-source="post: 1902998" data-attributes="member: 21856">My take on Summoning monstersI ususally play wizards or rogue/wizard combos.  I limit my own use of Summon further: I assume that my PC actually learns one name of one creature (one at a time that is, which means that if I learn a new creature for the same level, it means I researched that new creature's name in or out of game).  that one creaure is the one I always summon for that level.  This allows me to have the creature stats pre-printed and always ready for quick use- no reference to the PHB needed.  I pop the mini onto the table and play.I also tend to use the creature to create flanking situations for me or my co-players.  Having a creature attack from the enemies rear is a good tactic.When I DM, I allow the PC's to modify the strait creatures as their PC gains in power.  For example a 12th level wizard who wants to summon a 2nd level monster (I don't limit the players the way I do myself) that he has used for "years" in game, I let them boost the creature in one of three ways: Add 1d6 points to AC; Add 2d10 HP; or, add to the damage done (either a flat 1d6 per hit or they can smite evil 1 or 2 extra times).My experience with the power of the spell is not atypical from others: it seems weaker than some other spells that lay on a heavy direct smack.  However, I like the RP aspect of the spell and having a "near familiar creature" summoned by the force of will of the wizard/sorcerer.  I also like the ability of the summoned creature to run off and distract pursuers, or redirect the attention of guards so we can sneak past or sneak in or make a surprise attack.</blockquote>

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