Distort Value

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Utility

Distort Value is a Utility spell. Utility spells solve problems outside of combat or provide unique situational advantages.

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 spell that cloaks an object in illusory flair or flaws to sway buyers and foil scrutiny, with
deceptive appraisal

Distort Value is a Social Influence spell. Social Influence spells create ways to communicate, persuade, and alter behavior.

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hard-to-read

Distort Value is a Save or Suck spell. Save or Suck spells fall entirely flat if the target succeeds on a saving throw.

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2014 Rules
Level & School
1st-level illusion
Casting Time
1 minute
Range
Touch
Components
V
Duration
8 hours
Classes
Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
Source
Acquisitions Incorporated

Do you need to squeeze a few more gold pieces out of a merchant as you try to sell that weird octopus statue you liberated from the chaos temple? Do you need to downplay the worth of some magical assets when the tax collector stops by? Distort value has you covered.

You cast this spell on an object no more than 1 foot on a side, doubling the object's perceived value by adding illusory flourishes or polish to it, or reducing its perceived value by half with the help of illusory scratches, dents, and other unsightly features. Anyone examining the object can ascertain its true value with a successful Intelligence (Investigation) check against your spell save DC.

Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot. When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the maximum size of the object increases by 1 foot for each slot level above 1st.

Distort Value 5.5e 2024 vs. 5e 2014 edition differences

Distort Value is currently only available in the 2014 edition.

Distort Value popularity

How popular is Distort Value? It is a seldom seen spell in the game, and it is almost never chosen when available. This spell is one that few spellcasters would ever acquire.

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