Illusory Talent (Wizard Spell)

When an illusory talent spell is cast, the wizard can make it seem as though he or any single other consenting person or creature is proficient in a specific area. The spell creates the impression that the recipient has a particular talent (named at the time the spell is cast). Thus, those witnessing an inept and stumbling swordsman while under the influence of this spell would see him as an accomplished fighter wielding a deadly sword.
The spell imparts no actual knowledge to the targeted creature. Illusory talent can only simulate physical skills. It can't simulate learning or oratory, but could make it appear as if the person could cast spells. The creature can't really perform the action any better than he ever did, it just looks like it to observers in the area of effect. This is helpful when someone must pretend to a skill he doesn't actually possess or in persuading potential attackers that they should choose a less accomplished foe. The spell may only be cast on those who are willing it may not be used to make enemies look like wizards so mobs will attack them.
Category:Wizard Spells
Category:Spells from Defilers and Preservers: Wizards of Athas
Category:Spells