Eldritch Arts
Eldritch Arts – Intelligence & Charisma
Trade Skill [Restricted]
"Would you prefer to til some soil? Push a plow for the rest of you life, mm? This is a place for scholars, the most brilliant minds in the world. Not lazy peasants."
——Waylen Hasteer, Mage Academy Headmaster
The Eldritch Arts skill represents the study of the Eldritch Philosophy, including the ability to identify spells, recognize a user of Eldritch Magic, and to identify spell components. Eldritch Arts Lore includes knowledge of the history of Eldritch Magic, of famous Eldritch Casters, of Arcane legends and artifacts, and familiarity with Arcane Guilds and their practices.
The Eldritch Arts Skill is restricted, indicating the it may only be utilized by members of specific classes, such as a Wizard or Sorcerer, who gain access to the skill as a Class Feature.
Common Uses of the Eldritch Arts Skill
- Use Identify Spell to determine what spell is being cast.
- Use Evaluate Eldritch Caster to determine someone's casting ability relative to your own.
- Identify spell components
- Have knowledge of the history of Eldritch Magic and Famous Caster
- Be familiar with Arcane Guilds and their practices
Difficulties for Identify Spell
| Basic Spell | DF 3 | DC 15 |
| Advanced Spell | DF 5 | DC 25 |
| Legendary Spell | DF 7 | DC 35 |
| Ultimate Spell | DF 9 | DC 45 |