Use Magic Missile to determine whether a statue is an Object or a Creature?(!)

[Satyrn]

I don't see the problem with this as it's not really something that will come up often or be abusive unless the DM is spamming gargoyles, mimics, or whatnot.

And that's easy for the DM to fix, too. Just add in friendly gargoyles, mimics, or whatnots that can help the players . . . if they don't get attacked.

 

[TaranTheWanderer]

Evocation as divination is not a new problem to 5e. You can use a fireball to discern an illusion as well, depending on the illusion.

 

[5ekyu]

Evocation as divination is not a new problem to 5e. You can use a fireball to discern an illusion as well, depending on the illusion.

Yeah but you can also do that with z copper piece. The "cantrip fizzles or not" is a broader thing.

 

[Travis Henry]

Thanks to everyone for responding and sharing your DM Wisdom! (grateful)

 

[TaranTheWanderer]

Or conjuration as divination.

“Is that guy a vampire? Let’s see if he breaths.”

*Casts stinking cloud*