Spells & Studies?
Posted: Sun Apr 23, 2017 4:37 am
OK, sort of a newbie question but here goes. This is both a question and a request for advice on how to play first to second level spellcasters. I will focus on the Magic-User for the sake of example.
It is not stated outright, but I guess implied, that a Magic-User needs a full day to study for spells. Is this correct? If so, then imagine a first-level Magic-User with just one spell, going on an adventure. Does this mean that basically, the Magic-User can cast that one spell in the course of the adventure, and then basically hides for the rest of it (since they can't really fight)?
That doesn't sound TOO bad if you are playing in a long-term campaign. Hopefully, the Magic-User will become more powerful through experience, eclipsing even the Fighters, and all that hiding will have been an investment. But what if you are playing a one-off event (let's say at a con) with a first-level Magic-User? Do you basically cast one spell in the course of the game and then kind of hang out?
Again sorry for this basic question, just looking for clarification and advice. Thanks!
It is not stated outright, but I guess implied, that a Magic-User needs a full day to study for spells. Is this correct? If so, then imagine a first-level Magic-User with just one spell, going on an adventure. Does this mean that basically, the Magic-User can cast that one spell in the course of the adventure, and then basically hides for the rest of it (since they can't really fight)?
That doesn't sound TOO bad if you are playing in a long-term campaign. Hopefully, the Magic-User will become more powerful through experience, eclipsing even the Fighters, and all that hiding will have been an investment. But what if you are playing a one-off event (let's say at a con) with a first-level Magic-User? Do you basically cast one spell in the course of the game and then kind of hang out?
Again sorry for this basic question, just looking for clarification and advice. Thanks!