Find Familiar

Level: 1

Range: 1 mile / Level

Duration: Special

Area of Effect: As spell range.

Components: V,S,M

Casting Time: 2-24 hours.

Saving Throw: Neg.

This spell enables the caster to attempt to summon a familiar to act as his aide and companion. Familiars are typically small creatures, such as cats, frogs, ferrets, crows, hawks, snakes, owls, ravens, toads, weasels, or even mice. A creature acting as a familiar can benefit a wizard, conveying its sensory powers to its master, conversing with him, and serving as a guard/scout/spy as well. A wizard can have only one familiar at a time, however, and he has no control over what sort of creature answers the summoning, if any at all come.

The creature is always more intelligent than others of its type (typically by 2 or 3 Intelligence points), and its bond with the wizard confers upon it an exceptionally long life. The wizard receives the heightened senses of his familiar, which grants the wizard a +1 bonus to all surprise die rolls. Normal familiars have 2-4 hit points plus 1 hit point per caster level, and an Armor Class of 7 (due to size, speed, etc.). The wizard has an empathic link with the familiar and can issue it mental commands at a distance of up to 1 mile. Note that empathic responses from the familiar are generally fairly basic--while able to communicate simple thoughts, these are often overwhelmed by instinctual responses. Thus, a ferret familiar spying on a band of orcs in the woods might lose its train of thought upon sighting a mouse. Certainly its communications to its master would be tinged with fear of the “big ones” it was spying on! The caster cannot see through the familiar's eyes.

If separated from the caster, the familiar loses 1 hit point each day, and dies if reduced to 0 hit points. When the familiar is in physical contact with its wizard, it gains the wizard's saving throws against special attacks. If a special attack would normally cause damage, the familiar suffers no damage if the saving throw is successful and half damage if the saving throw is failed.

If the familiar dies, the wizard must successfully roll an immediate system shock check or suffer a temporary -1 point from his Constitution when the familiar dies. This can last for 1d4 days.

The power of the conjuration is such that it can be attempted but once per year. When the wizard decides to find a familiar, he must load a brass brazier with charcoal. When this is burning well, he adds 1,000 gp worth of incense and herbs. The spell incantation is then begun and must be continued until the familiar comes or the casting time is finished. The DM secretly determines all results. Note that most familiars are not inherently magical, nor does a dispel magic spell send them away.

Deliberate mistreatment, failure to feed and care for the familiar, or continuous unreasonable demands have adverse effects on the familiar's relationship with its master. Purposely arranging the death of one's own familiar incurs great disfavor from certain powerful entities, with dire results.

Magic and fantastical creatures have been known to come to a wizards service, whether by some divine measure or fate. The DM can roll or choose according to campaign.

Low Level

**Aquatic**

Coral Crab: Small crab with vibrant coral-like shell.

Electric Eel: Slender eel with crackling electricity.

Glowing Jellyfish: Translucent jellyfish emitting soft bioluminescent light.

Manta Ray: Graceful ray with a wide wingspan.

Octopus: Intelligent and versatile cephalopod with camouflage abilities.

Piranha: Aggressive schooling fish with sharp teeth.

Sea Horse: Delicate creature with a curled tail and a horse-like head.

Sea Turtle: Majestic turtle with a patterned shell.

Shark: Swift and fierce predator of the seas.

Stingray: Flat-bodied ray with a long, venomous tail.

Squid: Large and powerful cephalopod with numerous tentacles.

Tropical Fish: Colorful and vibrant fish of various shapes and sizes.

Water Nymph: Ethereal creature resembling a humanoid formed of water.

Whale: Enormous marine mammal with a peaceful demeanor. Size at DMs discretion.

Zebra Moray Eel: Striking eel with black and white striped patterns.

**Avian**

Falcon: Agile bird of prey known for its keen eyesight and speed.

Owl: Wise and nocturnal bird with exceptional hearing.

Hawk: Raptor with sharp talons and a keen sense of smell.

Eagle: Majestic bird of prey with powerful wings and incredible sight.

Raven: Intelligent and mysterious black bird associated with magic and omens.

Hummingbird: Tiny and vibrant bird capable of hovering in mid-air.

Songbird: Melodious and colorful bird known for its beautiful songs.

Parrot: Talkative and colorful bird with the ability to mimic sounds.

Peacock: Strikingly beautiful bird with a large, elaborate tail.

Swan: Graceful and elegant bird associated with purity and beauty.

Pigeon: Common but resourceful bird found in urban environments.

Woodpecker: Agile bird with a strong beak used for drumming on trees.

Flicker: Medium-sized bird with distinct patterns and drumming calls.

Albatross: Large seabird known for its long wingspan and soaring flight.

Phoenix: Mythical bird associated with rebirth and fire. At DMs discretion.

**Plains**

Fox: Agile and cunning creature known for its slyness.

Rabbit: Small and swift herbivore with excellent agility.

Deer: Graceful and gentle herbivore with antlers.

Horse: Strong and loyal herbivore often used as a mount.

Ferret: Curious and playful carnivorous mammal.

Wolf: Pack-oriented predator known for its loyalty and teamwork.

Coyote: Wily and adaptable canine found in plains and deserts.

Antelope: Swift herbivore with long, spiral horns.

Bison: Massive and sturdy herbivore with a humped back.

Hare: Fast and elusive creature capable of leaping great distances.

Lynx: Stealthy and solitary feline with tufted ears.

Badger: Tenacious and burrowing mammal with sharp claws.

Pronghorn: Swift herbivore with distinct branching horns.

Gazelle: Graceful and nimble herbivore known for its speed.

Jackal: Cunning and opportunistic canine with keen senses.

**Swamp**

Toad: Stout amphibian with rough skin and a booming croak.

Snake: Slithering reptile with venomous or constriction capabilities.

Frog: Moist-skinned amphibian known for its leaping abilities.

Newt: Small, brightly colored amphibian often found near water.

Salamander: Lizard-like amphibian capable of surviving in extreme conditions.

Alligator/Crocodile: Large, predatory reptile known for its powerful jaws and stealth.

Turtle: Slow-moving reptile with a protective shell.

Mosquito Swarm: An ethereal swarm of mosquitoes with a draining bite.

Bog Hag: A swamp-dwelling humanoid creature with mystical powers.

Water Moccasin: Venomous snake often found near bodies of water.

Giant Leech: Enormous bloodsucking worm capable of draining its victims.

Swamp Gator: An otherworldly, magical variant of an alligator.

Mudskipper: Fish capable of moving on land using its pectoral fins.

Bog Frog: A slimy, web-footed frog capable of blending into its surroundings.

Spectral Wisp: An eerie, glowing creature that hovers above the swamp.

**Rocky Badlands**

Scorpion: Arachnid with a venomous sting and rugged exoskeleton.

Lizard: Agile reptile known for its ability to climb and blend into rocky terrain.

Tarantula: Large, hairy spider with potent venom.

Vulture: Carrion-eating bird with keen eyesight and a sharp beak.

Coyote: Wily and adaptable canine found in desert and rocky regions.

Roadrunner: Quick and ground-dwelling bird known for its speed.

Rattlesnake: Venomous serpent with a distinct rattle on its tail.

Horned Lizard: Unique reptile with spiky skin and the ability to shoot blood from its eyes.

Bobcat: Agile feline with tufted ears and a short tail.

Rock Wraith: An ethereal spirit that takes the form of a floating rock.

Gila Monster: Venomous lizard with a colorful pattern on its skin.

Badger: Tenacious and burrowing mammal with sharp claws.

Mountain Goat: Sure-footed herbivore with strong hooves for scaling rocky terrain.

Rock Falcon: A swift and agile bird of prey adapted to soaring in rocky environments.

Gecko: Small lizard capable of clinging to and climbing vertical surfaces.

**Jungle**

Monkey: Agile and mischievous creature known for its dexterity and climbing abilities.

Parrot: Colorful and intelligent bird with the ability to mimic sounds and speech.

Jaguar: Stealthy and powerful feline with sharp claws and a predatory nature.

Toucan: Vibrant and beaked bird known for its unique appearance and call.

Sloth: Slow-moving and arboreal mammal with long claws.

Python: Serpentine predator capable of constricting its prey.

Chameleon: Reptile with the ability to change its color to blend into its surroundings.

Tiger Beetle: Shiny and quick insect known for its incredible speed.

Gorilla: Powerful and intelligent primate with incredible strength.

Panther: Stealthy and sleek big cat, adept at stalking prey.

Tropical Frog: Colorful amphibian with toxic skin secretions.

Capybara: Large and sociable herbivore, often found near water.

Jungle Cat: Agile feline with a spotted coat, ideal for moving through dense foliage.

Serpent Eagle: Raptor with keen eyesight, specialized in hunting snakes.

Tapir: Herbivorous mammal with a distinctive snout, capable of swimming.

**Mountain**

Mountain Goat: Sure-footed herbivore with strong hooves for scaling rocky terrain.

Snowy Owl: Majestic bird of prey adapted to cold climates and hunting in snowy mountains.

Marmot: Small, burrowing rodent known for its whistling calls.

Peregrine Falcon: Swift and powerful bird of prey known for its incredible speed during dives.

Rocky Raptor: Agile bird of prey specialized in hunting small mammals in mountainous regions.

Alpine Ibex: Sturdy and agile goat with large, curved horns.

Golden Eagle: Large predatory bird with impressive wingspan and keen eyesight.

Mountain Lion: Stealthy and powerful feline known for its hunting prowess.

Pika: Small mammal resembling a cross between a rabbit and a mouse, found in rocky mountain habitats.

Mountain Hawk: Hardy and versatile bird of prey adapted to high-altitude environments.

Snow Leopard: Elusive and agile predator with a thick coat for surviving in cold mountain climates.

Bighorn Sheep: Impressive ungulate known for its curved horns and climbing abilities.

Chough: Sleek, black bird with red legs and beak, often found in mountainous regions.

Himalayan Monal: Colorful bird with iridescent feathers, native to the Himalayas.

Yak: Large, shaggy-haired mammal adapted to harsh mountain conditions, often used as a pack animal.

**Ice**

Arctic Fox: Small, agile predator adapted to snowy climates.

Snowy Owl: Majestic bird of prey adapted to cold climates and hunting in snowy landscapes.

Polar Bear Cub: Cute and powerful carnivore known for its endurance in icy environments.

Snow Hare: Camouflaged rabbit-like creature with large hind legs.

Ice Elemental: Ethereal being made of ice and frost, capable of manipulating cold energies.

Arctic Wolf: Fierce and intelligent predator with a thick, white coat.

Snow Leopard: Elusive and agile predator with a thick coat for surviving in cold environments.

Penguin: Aquatic bird known for its waddling walk and swimming abilities.

Snowy Lynx: Stealthy feline with tufted ears and a thick winter coat.

Ice Falcon: Majestic bird of prey adapted to icy terrains, skilled at hunting in freezing conditions.

Seal Pup: Playful and aquatic mammal with a streamlined body and flippers.

Ice Serpent: Serpentine creature made of ice, capable of freezing its surroundings.

Arctic Hare: Large and hardy hare with a white coat for camouflage in snowy landscapes.

Ice Sprite: Delicate and ethereal creature made of ice crystals, with minor ice manipulation abilities.

Walrus: Large marine mammal known for its long tusks and robust physique.

**Forest**

Squirrel: Small and agile rodent known for its climbing and gathering abilities.

Owl: Wise and nocturnal bird with exceptional hearing.

Fox: Agile and cunning creature known for its slyness.

Deer: Graceful and gentle herbivore with antlers.

Raccoon: Curious and dexterous mammal with a distinctive masked face.

Hawk: Raptor with sharp talons and a keen sense of smell.

Badger: Tenacious and burrowing mammal with sharp claws.

Wolf: Pack-oriented predator known for its loyalty and teamwork.

Bear Cub: Cute and powerful mammal, a symbol of strength and protection.

Songbird: Melodious and colorful bird known for its beautiful songs.

Fawn: Young and innocent deer, embodying the spirit of the forest.

Ferret: Curious and playful carnivorous mammal.

Elk: Majestic herbivore with impressive antlers and a regal presence.

Rabbit: Small and swift herbivore with excellent agility.

Pixie/Psuedodragon: Small, mischievous forest creature with magical abilities.

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