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-'''Detect Charm''' is a spell that allows the caster to identify whether a creature is under the influence of a [[Charm|charm]] or similar enchantment. This detection extends to a range of magical effects, including [[Suggestion (spell)|suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)|hypnotism]], and [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)|hypnotic pattern]], as well as the effects of magical items such as love potions and a [[Staff of Command|staff of command]].
+'''Detect Charm''' is a spell that allows the caster to identify whether a creature is under the influence of a [[Charm|charm]] or similar enchantment. This detection extends to a range of magical effects, including [[Suggestion (spell)|suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)|hypnotism]] and [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)|hypnotic pattern]], as well as the effects of magical items such as love potions and a [[Staff of Command|staff of command]].
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 == Bringing the Spell into Play ==
-Because charm effects can subtly manipulate the minds of individuals, its use is particularly valuable in situations where loyalty, trust, or autonomy may be compromised.  The spell is particularly useful when investigating rulers, nobles, or other figures of authority whose decisions seem out of character. In many cases, enchantment does not come in the form of overt domination but rather a subtle change in behavior, as when a king falls under the sway of an ambitious court magician, a conniving advisor, or an otherworldly seductress like a succubus.
+Because charm effects can subtly manipulate the minds of individuals, its use is particularly valuable in situations where loyalty, trust or autonomy may be compromised.  The spell is particularly useful when investigating rulers, nobles or other figures of authority whose decisions seem out of character. In many cases, enchantment does not come in the form of overt domination but rather a subtle change in behavior, as when a king falls under the sway of an ambitious court magician, a conniving advisor or an otherworldly seductress like a succubus.
 The spell can also play an important role in uncovering magical influences in urban and social settings. A merchant swindling customers in the marketplace may not be acting of his own volition, but rather under the influence of a magical debt collector or a rival merchant looking to ruin his reputation. A city watch captain who refuses to investigate a string of disappearances may be ensorcelled by a powerful criminal who wishes to keep law enforcement at bay. In these cases, the spell serves not only as a means of discovery but also as the first step in unraveling a larger web of magical corruption.
 [[Category: Clerical Spells]][[Category: Reviewed]]

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	'''Detect Charm''' is a spell that allows the caster to identify whether a creature is under the influence of a [[Charm\|charm]] or similar enchantment. This detection extends to a range of magical effects, including [[Suggestion (spell)\|suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)\|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)\|hypnotism]], and [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)\|hypnotic pattern]], as well as the effects of magical items such as love potions and a [[Staff of Command\|staff of command]].		'''Detect Charm''' is a spell that allows the caster to identify whether a creature is under the influence of a [[Charm\|charm]] or similar enchantment. This detection extends to a range of magical effects, including [[Suggestion (spell)\|suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)\|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)\|hypnotism]], and [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)\|hypnotic pattern]], as well as the effects of magical items such as love potions and a [[Staff of Command\|staff of command]].

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 '''Detect Charm''' is a spell that allows the caster to identify whether a creature is under the influence of a [[Charm|charm]] or similar enchantment. This detection extends to a range of magical effects, including [[Suggestion (spell)|suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)|hypnotism]], and [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)|hypnotic pattern]], as well as the effects of magical items such as love potions and a [[Staff of Command|staff of command]].
 {{Spelltable
 | name = Detect Charm

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	The spell does not break the charm or dispel its effects; it only provides knowledge of its existence. However, this information can be invaluable in determining how to proceed, whether by seeking to remove the enchantment through other means or by confronting the source of the influence. Given the subtlety of charm magic, Detect Charm is a crucial tool for identifying magical deception and manipulation, especially in political or social encounters where coercion may be at play.		The spell does not break the charm or dispel its effects; it only provides knowledge of its existence. However, this information can be invaluable in determining how to proceed, whether by seeking to remove the enchantment through other means or by confronting the source of the influence. Given the subtlety of charm magic, Detect Charm is a crucial tool for identifying magical deception and manipulation, especially in political or social encounters where coercion may be at play.

		+	== Bringing the Spell into Play ==
		+	Because charm effects can subtly manipulate the minds of individuals, its use is particularly valuable in situations where loyalty, trust, or autonomy may be compromised. The spell is particularly useful when investigating rulers, nobles, or other figures of authority whose decisions seem out of character. In many cases, enchantment does not come in the form of overt domination but rather a subtle change in behavior, as when a king falls under the sway of an ambitious court magician, a conniving advisor, or an otherworldly seductress like a succubus.

		+	The spell can also play an important role in uncovering magical influences in urban and social settings. A merchant swindling customers in the marketplace may not be acting of his own volition, but rather under the influence of a magical debt collector or a rival merchant looking to ruin his reputation. A city watch captain who refuses to investigate a string of disappearances may be ensorcelled by a powerful criminal who wishes to keep law enforcement at bay. In these cases, the spell serves not only as a means of discovery but also as the first step in unraveling a larger web of magical corruption.

−	[[Category: Clerical Spells]][[Category: ~~Don't Review until 2022~~]]	+	[[Category: Clerical Spells]][[Category: Reviewed]]

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 | level = [[Cleric 2nd Level Spells|cleric (2nd)]]
 }}
-Detects when a [[Charm|charm]] or similar enchantment has been cast upon a creature, such as [[Suggestion (spell)|Suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)|hypnotism]], [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)|hypnotic pattern]] and the like, as well as effects from items like love potions and the staff of command.  The spell provides the form of charm employed but doesn't provide information as to the charmer.
+The spell does not break the charm or dispel its effects; it only provides knowledge of its existence. However, this information can be invaluable in determining how to proceed, whether by seeking to remove the enchantment through other means or by confronting the source of the influence. Given the subtlety of charm magic, Detect Charm is a crucial tool for identifying magical deception and manipulation, especially in political or social encounters where coercion may be at play.
-[[Category: Don't Review until 2022]]
+[[Category: Clerical Spells]][[Category: Don't Review until 2022]]

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 | name = Detect Charm
 | range = self
-| duration = 10 rounds
+| duration = 10 [[Combat Round|rounds]]
-| area of effect = 10 ft. wide, 60 ft. +10 ft. per level path
+| area of effect = 10 ft. wide, 60 +10 ft. per [[Experience Level|level]] path
 | casting time = 1 round
 | save = none
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 }}
-Detects when a charm or similar enchantment has been cast upon a creature, affecting the creature’s choices or actions. [[Suggestion (spell)|Suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)|hypnotism]], [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)|hypnotic pattern]] and the like are detected by the spell, as well as effects from items like love potions and the staff of command.
+Detects when a [[Charm|charm]] or similar enchantment has been cast upon a creature, such as [[Suggestion (spell)|Suggestion]], [[Enthrall (spell)|enthrall]], [[Hypnotism (spell)|hypnotism]], [[Hypnotic Pattern (spell)|hypnotic pattern]] and the like, as well as effects from items like love potions and the staff of command.  The spell provides the form of charm employed but doesn't provide information as to the charmer.
-The spell enables the caster to examine one creature per round, for as along as the spell's duration.<br>
+Once cast, the spell will reveal everyone within the area of effect; the spell's direction cannot be adjusted once its discharged.