Stealth
- SchoolAlteration, Shadow
- ComponentsV, S, M
- RangeTouch
- Area1 creature
- Casting time2
- Duration1 turn/level
- SaveNone
This spell mutes sounds made by a creature's equipment or movement, giving an 80% chance to move silently regardless of equipment carried, terrain, or other factors. It does not hinder normal communication or spellcasting in any way. It provides no protection against alarms or noisy traps triggered by the affected creature. (For this purpose, a “nightingale floor” is considered a trap).
The chance for silent movement is not cumulative with other magic, natural abilities, or special devices; only the highest chance applies. Thus, the spell is useless to a thief with a 90% chance for silent movement, or to an individual wearing boots of elvenkind.
The material component is a small piece of soft leather.
Notes: Rare spell. (Updated from Polyhedron Newszine.)
Sources: Wizard's Spell Compendium