A new 8th level spell Options

[Sikret]

Hi all,

Our tests proved that Simulacrum spell is almost as cheesy as PI and must be replaced with a new spell. Of course, it's not as bad as Project Image, but it's still too cheesy. You can use items (Rod of Resurrection, scrolls, etc...) in the clone's quick slots without consuming the items' charges. Hence, for example, you can have infinite healing with the rod.

So, please give us your votes and comments about what kind of new spell you prefer to see.

Cheers

This post has been edited by Sikret: Aug 13 2007, 07:59 AM

[Sikret]

Thanks for the comments everyone.

@Iroumen:

Chain Frost was a nice idea. I will consider it as an option.

As for G Malison, Even the ordinary Greater Malison deosn't require the target to roll a saving throw and it does eveything you mentioned. So, I don't see in what respect your suggested spell is an "Improved" version of GMalison. The 4th level G Malison doesn't bypass MR though; so, If you want an improved version, you should probably suggest a version which bypasses MR.


As for Mind Blank, it's not suitable for IA. Apart from the absurdly long duration, most of the immunties the spell grants are easily available via lower level spells such as Chaotic Commands or SI. Most of them can be even gained by drinking a potion of Clarity! And if you suggest that I make the spell's effects undispellable, then it will turn to be overpowered considering its long duration. Of course, the duration can be shortened, but in general, I'm looking for an offensive spell not a defensive one.