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Know History
(Divination)
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Effect: The know history
spell, when CAST, reveals the common Ren<>, background, lineage, and
deeds of any {item}, creature, or place,
should such possess any notable history
at all.
It does not reveal secret identities, presence
of magic, magical abilities,
character alignment, etc.
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* If CAST on a character, it would tell
of his parents, what family he belongs to, and any famous deeds of his
ancestors.
* When CAST on an object, it reveals the
specific name of the item (if it has one), any notable deeds it was used
in, and the Ren<> of its maker.
A katana
could be revealed as
the "Cloud-Cutting
Sword used by the great hero Akicha Tanokura at the Battle of the Fallen
Bridges, having been made for him by the master swordsmith Lei Yung."
When used to reveal a creature or item
that is disguised or polymorphed, the TARGET is allowed a saving throw
versus spells.
If this is failed the spell operates normally.
The spell has no effect on disguised or
polymorphed items or places.
When used on a creature, the caster must
be able to see the creature in question.
When used on an object, the caster must
be able to handle the item.
When used on a place, the caster must
be standing within the grounds of the site.
MC: A pair of carved bones.
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