Summary
Being a spellcaster in the world ofDungeons & Dragonsis commonplace. Of course, depending on the type of campaign you’re playing, magic might be more or less common in different parts of the world. But ultimately, magic is in the very fabric of DND. However, this is obviously not the case in the real world.
But, could you imagine what it would be like to be able to cast certain spells from Dungeons & Dragons in real life? We certainly did. We’ve put together this list of spells from Dungeons & Dragons that would be incredibly useful in everyday life.
2nd
Concentration?
Yes, up to 1 minute
Having a spell like Detect Thoughts in my personal spellbook would mean one very important thing. I would never have to ask someone if they’re mad at me again. If you’re like me, and sometimes a bit paranoid about what others are thinking about you, you can probably understand the temptation to take a spell like Detect Thoughts.
Sure, this spell is probably not for everyone. Some people prefer to remain in ignorant bliss. Not me, though. I have to know what my frenemy is thinking of me. Frankly, I can’t stand the pressure!
3rd
I’m not really sure a spell like Haste would work the way I wanted it to in real life, but I think it’s worth a shot. Although using a spell like this in real life is probably going to force you to burn through a lot of spell slots rather quickly. Either way, hear me out.
Have you ever had a deadline you’re coming up against and just not enough time to do it? Wondering if everybody really does have the same 24 hours as you? I’d like to suggest that, by casting Haste multiple times in a row, I could hopefully reduce a task that might normally take an hour to a few minutes of time. Sure, you might be exhausted by the end, but the results would hopefully be well worth it!
No
Yes, Augury is a bit of a mysterious spell. Even in the context of Dungeons & Dragons, it doesn’t always work. However, I know that, as an adult, I often find myself thinking ‘what should I do now?’ As kids, we think adults know everything, but they really don’t. That’s where a spell like Augury comes in.
If I could get a sign from the universe as to what course of action I should take next, that would save me a lot of trouble. And that’s exactly what the Augury spell does. Sure, the results can sometimes be hard to interpret, but it’s better than nothing.
I can’t tell you how many glasses I’ve broken in my house, and how many times I’ve inadvertently shattered a coaster by slamming my enormous water bottle on it. If you’ve ever been in a similar situation and are tired of always having to replace small items like this around your house, then Mending isobviously the cantrip for you.
The practical uses of this spell are pretty obvious. You could use this spell to repair broken objects, or even your clothes. I know personally, I have a proclivity toward accidentally tearing clothes or breaking zippers. I think my life would be immensely easier with Mending in my spellbook.
Yes, up to 10 minutes
Say goodbye to ‘phone, wallet, keys.’ How many times have you been rushing out the door, only to discover you’re able to’t find your phone? How many times have you had to turn your house upside down to find your missing car keys? If you’ve been there, I’m sure you can imagine how helpful having a spell like Locate Object would be.
Missing your wallet? Simply cast Locate Object to track it down. The possibilities for this spell are endless. Any number of missing items could be found at the drop of a hat. Plus, the range of 1,000 feet on this spell is extremely useful.
1st
Yes, up to one minute
Okay, this next spell requires a little bit of a bending of the rules, so bear with me. Technically speaking, you’re meant to cast this spellon enemies in Dungeons & Dragons. But, in real life, I don’t really need to be knocking people unconscious most of the time. Rather, I need to knock myself out.
I’m an occasionally troubled sleeper. So, I can’t help but imagine how much easier my life would be if I could cast Sleep on myself to go to bed each night, or even on friends who are troubled sleepers as well. Is this how this spell technically works? Absolutely not. But one can dream.
7th
Traffic. Commuting. It’s one of the most annoying problems that we have to deal with as people nowadays. Depending on where you live, you could end up having an hour-long commute to work. Or, putting work aside, it can prove incredibly frustrating to find yourself running late to social engagements do to long travel times.
Teleportation, in my mind, is both an underrated superpower and a Dungeons & Dragons spell. If you could teleport wherever you needed to go instantaneously, imagine how much time you would save in your everyday life!
This spell appeals to me specifically as someone who used to chronically faint whenever I was too hungry or dehydrated. But, even if you’re not prone to fainting, this spell would still prove immensely useful IRL. Sometimes, you’re out on the town and you start feeling a bit peckish. Or, maybe you’re on a long drive somewhere and realize you forgot your water bottle.
Whatever the case may be, imagine being able to easily conjure whatever type of food or drink you desire at the drop of a hat. This would be perfect for long travel days, or for those of us who have a tendency to underpack on outings.
In this particular instance, I care less about the ‘unseen’ part of this spell and much more about the ‘servant’ part. Could you imagine how helpful it would be to be able to employ a servant to help you perform menial tasks around the house while you take care of other things?
The spell only lasts for one hour. But, if I could summon a spectral servant to clean my house while I kick back and watch TV, you better believe I would. And don’t tell me you wouldn’t do the same if you could.
We’ve all been there before. You put your foot in your mouth, you say something you shouldn’t have, or someone overhears something that you didn’t mean for them to. That’s where Gift of Gab comes in. This spell, which comes from Acquisitions, Inc., allows a player to reshape the memories of those around them.
When you cast this spell, you may force any creature of your choice within five feet of you to forget everything you said in the last six seconds. This ishelpful in roleplay encountersin Dungeons & Dragons, and in the real world, too.
