![]() ![]() Why even have a column like Sage Advice when a DM can just make a ruling?.Sage Advice Compendium Major Changes Versions 1.0 - 1.14 1.0: This list was made by hand using the links found in Thomas Markov's answer. It points out what I would consider major changes, that is, when new questions are added, or when old ones are either removed or significantly changed (what is significant is subjective, so there are many changes this list ignores). This wasn't asked by the OP, but the conclusion drawn from the question and answer is that the ability to control the darkness, and the chance to move the area of effect by moving an object, may inform why darkness is a second level spell.I don’t especially care about the SAC's formatting, title, or the opening blurbs on rules, errata, and rulings as such, this list does not point out the many changes to those sections. Does not being dispersible and having a niche interaction with Devil Sight (Amongst other abilities) justify being a level 2 spell? Overall, I'd probably stick with Fog Cloud if my intention was to blind enemies and retreat while leaving Darkness to something for specific features and skills. But the situations mentioned, high winds or an ally who can see through it, may change your decision. Why would a character who has access to both ever choose Darkness over Fog Cloud?Īs discussed above, you probably will wind up taking Fog Cloud over Darkness. There is not going to be a good answer to this aside from asking the game designers, but perhaps due to the ability to see through the darkness it necessitates a higher spell level, its portability, and the ability to (when cast on an object) turn it on and off, and it not being movable by the wind informs that level decision. So why is Fog Cloud a 1st level spell while Darkness is a 2nd level spell? ![]() If the object you cast darkness on is small enough, you can pick up the object and carry the darkness with you. Opaque object, such as a bowl or a helm, blocks the darkness. Completely covering the source of the darkness with an Isn’t being worn or carried, the darkness emanates from the object and If the point you choose is on an object you are holding or one that ![]() Additional Control features: move darkness and turn it on/offīeing portable can make darkness more appealing in some situations, as is the ability to 'turn it on and off' - which you can't do with fog cloud. Someone who enters the room would possibly assume it is simply dark because there is no light, while seeing fog would possibly cause them to freak out. (The only situation I see this really working is: you are inside a building at night, you use darkness to hide yourself or to render a light useless. This is such a niche situation I find myself not considering this a 'benefit' to Darkness but I thought it important to point out. Darkness creates darkness, which may not create as much scrutiny. Fog Cloud creates fog, which may bring suspicion from enemies if they spot it in inappropriate areas (Inside, in non-foggy areas, etc). There is a very niche scenario I've just thought of myself, but there may be times Fog Cloud isn't 'appropriate' for a certain situation. There are even some player features, like Devil's Sight, that allow them to see through Darkness as well. This means that while Fog Cloud is generally better at a large area of obscurement, it still may be beneficial for a creature to cast Darkness so it can attack people who can't see through it. While this is generally a benefit, there are some creatures that can see through darkness. An enemy spellcaster could have access to an ability or spell to do this, you may be in outdoor conditions where this is likely, and a few other situations could cause this to become a problem.įog Cloud can't be seen through. This is a very niche situation, but it could come up. For example, a Warlock would have to go to Darkness for an area of effect blinding/obscurement.įog Cloud can be dispersed by a swift wind. (It is a Domain spell for Tempest Domain Clerics). Only Druid, Ranger, Sorcerer, Wizard, actually get access to Fog Cloud on their casting spell list. In most cases, Fog Cloud is better than Darknessįog Cloud is a very good spell, but there are some instances I will bring up why it isn't 'the best' compared to Darkness. ![]()
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