From Incantations to Enchantments: Diverse Spellcasting in the Book of Spells by Kobold Press

The Book of Spells by Kobold Press is a comprehensive guide to magic and spellcasting in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. This book serves as a valuable resource for both players and Dungeon Masters who want to expand their understanding of magic and enhance their gameplay experience. One of the main highlights of this book is its extensive collection of spells. **The Book of Spells** includes over 500 spells, covering a wide range of schools of magic and allowing players to create diverse and unique spellcasting characters. Whether you prefer arcane magic, divine magic, or even spells from more exotic sources like fey or elemental powers, this book has something for everyone. In addition to the impressive number of spells, the Book of Spells also provides detailed information on spellcasting mechanics.

So the mythic spells are the mythic version of KP spells?

And there are a ton of fantastic backer rewards, from getting your name in the book to designing a spell to be included in it to getting a leather-bound copy to getting an illuminated, gold-leafed scroll of any spell of your choice. These spellbooks can make a good personalized reference for your own character, or they make an awesome handout to a wizard PC You find this spellbook; here you go.

In addition to the impressive number of spells, the Book of Spells also provides detailed information on spellcasting mechanics. **Players** will find **tips on spell selection**, **enhancing spellcasting abilities**, and **building effective spellcasting strategies**. Dungeon Masters can benefit from the book's guidance on incorporating spells and magic into their campaigns, creating challenging encounters, and using spells to drive the narrative forward.

[Kobold Press] Deep Magic—300 new Pathfinder spells and more!

If you at all have an interest in magic or Kobold Press, check out this Kickstarter for KP's Deep Magic project. This is a massive hardcover tome of more than 300 spells, at least a dozen new magic schools and styles, a grouping of runes, glyphs, and incantations, new mythic spells, and new casting archetypes, all for Pathfinder RPG. It is an AWESOME project.

The cool thing about this one is that the majority of the design, editing, and development is done. And there are a ton of fantastic backer rewards, from getting your name in the book to designing a spell to be included in it to getting a leather-bound copy to getting an illuminated, gold-leafed scroll of any spell of your choice.

But don't take my word for it -- check out the Deep Magic project page!

Yeah, this one got me. I'm in.

I have been an "Uncle Kobold" for a long time now. There is no way I couldn't consider this, and after a good look, I am in!

I am pleased that development on this project is front loaded (meaning the work is mostly done), so timely release is assured.

It is also affordable. A modest donation gets the PDF and all the stretch goal additions, which I hope there are many.

Yeah, I think this one is going to be BIG! The Kickstarter has only been live for a few hours and already it has over 100 backers and it's 2/3 of the way to the funding goal! That's pretty fantastic! Heck, most folks on the West Coast haven't even logged onto their computers yet :)

The reeeaaaally exciting thing is going to be once that funding goal is reached and the stretch goals start to be released - i.e. the Goal Scroll starts to unfurl :) Trust me, there are lots of REALLY AWESOME stretch goals on that Goal Scroll.

My money, my poor money .

Oh god my Brain is going to explode learning even more Spells. My poor GM Brain!

So the mythic spells are the mythic version of KP spells?

Not some sort of new spell category, like Eberron's artifact spells?

So the mythic spells are the mythic version of KP spells?

Not some sort of new spell category, like Eberron's artifact spells?

I would assume they are to integrate and compliment Paizo's Mythic Rules, which also contains mythic spells (but primarily well known spells from the Core Rules).

Just $490 away from being Funded.

BTW I am in, too.

Jim has it right, they are to integrate and complement Paizo's Mythic Adventures rules.

It's one of the types of variant magic I really, really like, and Kobold Press will give that style of spellcasting full support. More details on this in a future update at the Deep Magic Kickstarter.

Yep, the mythic spells are designed using Paizo's new mythic rules. Essentially, we've included mythic versions of some of the spells Kobold Press has published in the past as well as all-new spells that have mythic and greater mythic components.

EDIT: Ninja'd by the overlord! :D

Amanda, that's "Overlord." Don't make him angry. ;-)

Amanda, that's "Overlord." Don't make him angry. ;-)

Oh no! I meant no disrespect, Sir Overlord. Please do not feed me to the kobold hordes. :D

So, yeah, looks like we're making this one bigger. :D

EDIT: And poof! We're funded!

I can't wait until folks see the AWESOME new art for this book! You can see portions of two pieces on the Kickstarter page of course, but . man, the rest of the art is so cool :)

85 to go! You best have a stretch goal ready today Wolfgang! If not, we're sending you to the Mines!

Wow! Fully funded on the very first day! Within just a few hours even - that's pretty awesome.

Now . the Goal Scroll (I love that name, by the way) starts to unfurl . :)

Now where is the stretch goals.

Guest starring Bulmahn doing Labyrinth Magic!

Wow, and those are just the first TWO stretch goals! Awesome!

A bit about Dimensional Warping magic from Tim Connors

I am totally gobsmacked and delighted to announce we're fully funded in SIX HOURS!

That is crazy AWESOME. I am so very, very, very glad that we prepped the stretch goals "for later in the week or whenever we fund" ahead of time. And those first two goals are by game designers who have amazing, amazing track records.

The Deep Magic Kickstarter is off to a roaring start.

ABsolutely incredible.. 45 minutes ago you had roughly $2,000 to your first stretch goal.

As of this writing you have less than 800 to go before Tim Connor's Dimension warping is locked in.

That sounds awesome. I can't wait to read more about that type of magic!

Jim has it right, they are to integrate and complement Paizo's Mythic Adventures rules.

It's one of the types of variant magic I really, really like, and Kobold Press will give that style of spellcasting full support. More details on this in a future update at the Deep Magic Kickstarter.

I have another question, did you have access to a final version of the Mythic Rules or are the mythic spells you are making based on the playtest?

First stretch goal reached in record time!

The next stretch goal is Labyrinth Magic written by none other than Mr. Jason Bulmahn himself!

Next after that is Battle Magic of Valkyries and Shield Maidens written by RPG legend Ed Greenwood.

This is gonna be one AWESOME book!

$23 bucks until we put Jason Bulmahn to work!

Well, that certainly went fast.

The first three writer stretch goals are happening very fast indeed. But a big beautiful book of magic is also going to need awesome art!

The next stretch goal announced will commission 10 more full-color pieces, by some artists we could not quite afford without the help. I hope to share some additional sample art soon.

Excellent. I'm in!

Are international shipping charges included? I didnt see any mention of it when I pledged or on the first page.

US shipping is included for all tiers (no extra charge). International shipping is included for a few tiers, though mostly just the bigger rewards.

Thank you for pledging! The first three stretch goals are all funded, and we're closing in on the next one.

I think this just jumped up $2k in the last two hours. Huh. I guess people really like these spell-things.

Good going Kobold Press - excellent choice for a Kickstarter!

*Intentionally fails will save* OK, I'm in! This is gonna be very cool!

*sighs*

Any details about the custom spellbooks (presumably a small paperback pamphlet (?), but things like what the cover art will be, format, etcetera) or the illuminated scrolls (like how big are they, for example)?

Huh, guys? Is it me or the pledge is almost twice the amount asked?

Huh, guys? Is it me or the pledge is almost twice the amount asked?

It is not just you. :) This is going fantastic, and I can say, with certainty, that it's going to get better. :D

Any details about the custom spellbooks (presumably a small paperback pamphlet (?), but things like what the cover art will be, format, etcetera) or the illuminated scrolls (like how big are they, for example)?

Sure, roughly speaking, the custom spellbooks are planned as softcover or selfcover format (depending on printer and what seems to work). There's no cover art for them beyond your wizard's mark and the title in an appropriate style. Interior page treatment can be either pure white with a rune or two, or it can follow the Deep Magic page treatment (which you can see in rough form on the Kickstarter page).

These spellbooks can make a good personalized reference for your own character, or they make an awesome handout to a wizard PC: "You find this spellbook; here you go."

The illuminated scrolls will be at least 8.5 by 11 inches, and (if you choose a long and wordy spell) possibly 11 by 17 or 8.5 by 22. You might need to roll it up, in other words. The calligraphy will be done by someone who teaches calligraphy in Seattle and has done hundreds of professional jobs, from straightforward wedding invites to art pieces, logos, and Biblical quotes. She does three hands that work for this sort of thing: a Carolingian miniscule, a slanted Gothic, and a copperplate.

The dragon's blood ink and gold leaf are for accents; the wax seal is one I have that works well, and I have a somewhat flexible, modern wax that won't crack and fall off. We might not use oak gall for the black because of how acidic it is (usually better for vellum). Paper likely to be a heavy cream stock that takes ink cleanly; I'm really leaving that up to the calligrapher, because the wrong paper makes the work a chore.

Can you tell I am married to a calligrapher? :)

There are several spells that are just strictly less or more powerful/useful versions of PHB spells, but with sprockets or whatever.

Furthermore, the Book of Spells includes new **class options** and **archetypes**, allowing players to further customize their spellcasting characters. From the Empathic Conjurer to the Archon Adept, these options provide exciting variations and expansions to existing classes, providing fresh gameplay experiences. The book also features **spells and options for spellcasting in different settings**, showcasing the versatility of magic across various worlds and campaign settings. Whether your adventure takes place in a traditional fantasy realm, a steampunk city, or a dark and gritty urban setting, the Book of Spells has spells and information tailored to suit your needs. Overall, the Book of Spells by Kobold Press is a must-have resource for any Dungeons and Dragons player interested in magic and spellcasting. Its vast collection of spells, detailed mechanics, and customization options make it an invaluable tool for enhancing the magical aspects of your gameplay, creating memorable characters, and adding depth and excitement to your campaigns..

Reviews for "The Power of Words: The Language of Magic in the Book of Spells from Kobold Press"

1. John - 1/5 stars - The "Book of Spells" by Kobold Press was a huge disappointment for me. The spells described in the book were underwhelming and lacked creativity. Many of them were just minor variations of spells already found in the Player's Handbook. I was hoping for unique, exciting spells to add to my character's repertoire, but this book fell short of my expectations. The artwork in the book also left much to be desired; it was uninspiring and felt amateurish. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for interesting and innovative spells.

2. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I was really looking forward to exploring the "Book of Spells" by Kobold Press, but unfortunately, it was a letdown. The book lacks organization, making it difficult to find specific spells. The descriptions of the spells were also too brief, leaving me with many unanswered questions about their mechanics and potential uses. Additionally, there were numerous typos and grammatical errors throughout the book, which was quite distracting. I believe this book has potential, but it needs better editing and clearer explanations to be truly useful for players and Dungeon Masters.

3. Michael - 2/5 stars - The "Book of Spells" by Kobold Press was a disappointment for me. While I appreciate the effort to provide new spells for players, I found that many of them were unbalanced or poorly designed. Some spells seemed overpowered, while others appeared to be practically useless. It felt like there was a lack of playtesting and balancing before the publication of this book. In addition, the layout and formatting of the book could have been improved. The spells were not organized in a logical manner, making it difficult to locate specific spells when needed. Overall, I would not recommend this book unless you are willing to put in the extra work to balance the spells yourself.

The Spellcaster's Arsenal: Essential Spells found in the Book of Spells from Kobold Press