The Magical Mouth
Carbury’s mouth also known as the magical mouth was an illusion spell, that creates a magical mouth on an object or creature that delivers a message when an event occurs.
Info:
| LEVEL | 2nd |
|---|---|
| CASTING TIME | 1 Minute |
| RANGE/AREA | 30 ft |
| COMPONENTS | V, S, M * |
| DURATION | Until Dispelled |
| SCHOOL | Illusion |
| ATTACK/SAVE | None |
| DAMAGE/EFFECT | Communication |
A message that is spoken when a triggered condition gets satisfied is implanted inside a nearby item. Select an item that is visible to you and not worn or carried by another creature. Then, utter the message, which must be no more than 25 words long but may be spoken over up to 10 minutes. Finally, decide the situation that will cause the spell to be cast and send your message.
The message is then spoken in your voice and at the same volume as you uttered when a magical mouth materializes on the item in that situation. If the object you choose has a mouth or anything that resembles a mouth (for instance, the mouth of a statue), the magical mouth manifests there to make the words seem to emanate from the object’s mouth. This spell has two options: it can stay in place and keep sending its message as long as the trigger persists, or it can stop after sending its message.
The triggering condition can be as vague or specific as you like, but it must be based on visible or audible events within 30 feet of the object. You could tell the mouth, for instance, to speak whenever a creature moves within 30 feet of the object or whenever a silver bell sounds within 30 feet of the object.
* – (a small bit of honeycomb and jade dust worth at least 10 GP, which the spell consumes)
The Magical Mouth spell in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition allows you to implant a message within an object. This message is then uttered when a specific trigger condition is met.
Here’s how it works:
- Message: You choose an object and speak a message of 25 words or less. This message can be delivered over 10 minutes.
- Trigger: You determine the circumstance that will trigger the spell to deliver the message. This can be based on visual or audible conditions within 30 feet of the object.
- Delivery: When the trigger occurs, a magical mouth appears on the object and recites the message in your voice.
Uses:
- Warnings: Warn others of impending danger.
- Puzzles: Create riddles or clues for players to solve.
- Social Maneuvering: Leave a message for someone to find later.
- Practical Jokes: Play harmless pranks on your companions.
The Magical Mouth spell offers creative possibilities for players to use magic in unexpected ways.
Read Also: Spells
