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'''Phantasmal Killer''' is a spell that conjures a featureless figure of an [[Assassin (class)|assassin]] equal in levels to that of the caster, able to approach and [[Assassination (sage ability)|attempt to kill]] exactly as an assassin would.  Once summoned into existence, the phantasmal killer can travel within the boundaries of its duration, moving at a [[Movement (stride)|stride-1]] pace and no faster. The caster need not maintain line-of-sight with the killer while it carries out its tasks. The caster possesses an intuitive awareness of the phantasmal killer's location and can influence its actions for game purposes.
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'''Phantasmal Killer''' is a spell that conjures a featureless figure of an [[Assassin (class)|assassin]] equal in [[Experience Level|levels]] to that of the caster, able to approach and [[Assassination (sage ability)|attempt to kill]] exactly as an assassin would.  Once summoned into existence, the phantasmal killer can travel within the boundaries of its duration, moving at a [[Movement (stride)|stride-1]] pace and no faster.
 
 
 
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Because the phantasmal killer cannot venture that far away, the caster must assume some degree of risk in being near the assassination attempt when it occurs.
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The caster need not maintain line-of-sight with the killer while it carries out its tasks. The caster possesses an intuitive awareness of the phantasmal killer's location and can influence its actions for game purposes.  Due to the limited range of the phantasmal killer's mobility, the caster must take on some level of risk by being in proximity to the assassination attempt when it transpires.
  
 
== Assassination Event ==
 
== Assassination Event ==
In calculating the killer's nearness to it's victim, [[Stealth (sage ability)|stealth]] is calculated according to the caster's level, as if he or she were an assassin. Potential victims are granted a [[Surprise (combat)|surprise]] roll as always.
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The killer's proximity to its target is assessed based on [[Stealth (sage ability)|stealth]] calculated in accordance with the caster's level as if they were an assassin themselves. Potential victims are granted the customary [[Surprise (combat)|surprise]] roll.
  
Once the assassination is successful, the spell ends and the phantasmal killer disappearsIf, however, the attempt fails, the victim suffers damage equal to 25% of his or her current hit points, sufficient to [[Stun Lock|stun]]. Thereafter, the dweomer persists until the spell's duration ends, should the intended victim take up arms against the killer or fleeWhile the phantasmal killer cannot be hurt at this time, nor can it do damage; but it may divert the attention of the victim long enough for the caster or others to succeed where the killer failed.
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Upon a successful assassination, the spell promptly concludes and the phantasmal killer vanishesHowever, if the attempt fails, the intended victim sustains damage equivalent to 25% of their current hit points, which is adequate to [[Stun Lock|stun]] them. Subsequently, the enchantment endures until the spell's duration expires, whatever the intended victim doesDuring this time, the phantasmal killer remains impervious to harm and incapable of causing harm, yet it may divert the victim's attention long enough for the caster or others to achieve success where the killer fell short.
  
 
== Distraction ==
 
== Distraction ==
Since the phantasmal killer's position can be determined by the caster, a clever player could arrange to redirect the intended victim's attention at the right moment, even acting as "bait" to draw the victim out, moving past where the killer is hidden, waiting.
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Since the caster can ascertain the phantasmal killer's position, a resourceful player could strategically redirect the intended victim's attention at the opportune moment.  They may even act as "bait" to lure the victim out, deliberately passing by the concealed killer's location and giving the latter the chance to strike.
 
 
 
 
  
  
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[[Category: Illusionary Spells]]
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[[Category: Illusionary Spells]][[Category: Reviewed]]

Revision as of 23:59, 25 October 2023

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Phantasmal Killer is a spell that conjures a featureless figure of an assassin equal in levels to that of the caster, able to approach and attempt to kill exactly as an assassin would. Once summoned into existence, the phantasmal killer can travel within the boundaries of its duration, moving at a stride-1 pace and no faster.

Phantasmal Killer
Range 10 ft.
Duration 1 round/level; see text
Area of Effect 1 killer
Casting Time 2 rounds
Saving Throw none
Level illusionist (4th)

The caster need not maintain line-of-sight with the killer while it carries out its tasks. The caster possesses an intuitive awareness of the phantasmal killer's location and can influence its actions for game purposes. Due to the limited range of the phantasmal killer's mobility, the caster must take on some level of risk by being in proximity to the assassination attempt when it transpires.

Assassination Event

The killer's proximity to its target is assessed based on stealth calculated in accordance with the caster's level as if they were an assassin themselves. Potential victims are granted the customary surprise roll.

Upon a successful assassination, the spell promptly concludes and the phantasmal killer vanishes. However, if the attempt fails, the intended victim sustains damage equivalent to 25% of their current hit points, which is adequate to stun them. Subsequently, the enchantment endures until the spell's duration expires, whatever the intended victim does. During this time, the phantasmal killer remains impervious to harm and incapable of causing harm, yet it may divert the victim's attention long enough for the caster or others to achieve success where the killer fell short.

Distraction

Since the caster can ascertain the phantasmal killer's position, a resourceful player could strategically redirect the intended victim's attention at the opportune moment. They may even act as "bait" to lure the victim out, deliberately passing by the concealed killer's location and giving the latter the chance to strike.


See Experience X.P.