Polymorph Object
Arcane Transmutation/Alteration
Level: Magic User 8
Range: 5 ft/level
Duration: See below
Area of Effect: One object or creature
Components: V, S, M
Casting Time: 1 round
Saving Throw: See below
This spell allows the magic user to transform one thing, living or not, into another sort of thing. If the spell is used simply to duplicate the effects of a polymorph other spell or a stone to flesh spell, it will function in the same manner as these spells but with a –4 penalty to the victim’s saving throw. Otherwise, the spell’s duration depends upon the degree of change involved in the transformation. The calculation is made using a “duration factor” found on table 1, and the explanation of the resulting duration factor is found on table 2.
| Changed Subject Is: | Increase to Duration Factor |
|---|---|
| Same kingdom (animal, vegetable, mineral) | +5 |
| Same class (mammals, fungi, metals, etc.) | +2 |
| Same size | +2 |
| Related (twig is to tree, wolf fur is to wolf, etc.) | +2 |
| Same or lower intelligence | +2 |
Add all that apply. Look up the total on the next table.
| Duration Factor | Duration | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 20 rounds | Pebble to human |
| 2 | 1 hour | Marionette to human |
| 4 | 3 hours | Human to marionette |
| 5 | 12 hours | Lizard to manticore |
| 6 | 48 hours | Sheep to woollen cloak |
| 7 | 1 week | Shrew to manticore |
| 9+ | Permanent | Manticore to shrew |
This spell can be dispelled.