Class and Level Match:
If the spell is on the character's class spell list and is a level they can cast, they can cast it with no problems.
Higher-Level Spells:
If the spell is on a character's class spell list but is a higher level than they can cast, they can attempt to cast it by making an
Arcana or
Religion check (corresponding to the type of spell) vs
DC 10 + the spell's level.
Non-Spellcasters:
If the character is not a spellcaster, they can attempt to cast the spell from the scroll with an
Arcana or
Religion check vs
DC 10 + the spell's level with
disadvantage.
- If the check fails, the spell fails and they must make a Scroll Mishap Check (DC 10 Intelligence Save).
- On a failed save, they roll on the Mishap Table in the DMG.
Off-List Spellcasters:
If the character is a spellcaster, but the spell is not on their class spell list, they can attempt to cast it by making an
Arcana or
Religion check vs
DC 10 + the spell's level.
- If the check fails, the spell fails and they must make a Scroll Mishap Check (DC 10 Intelligence Save).
- On a failed save, they roll on the Mishap Table in the DMG.
Why is this a rule?
- Adds risk and excitement to using scrolls outside a character’s normal limits.
- Allows non-spellcasters and off-list casters to attempt powerful magic while balancing it with potential mishaps.
- Encourages creative problem-solving and adds narrative tension.
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