The Glitterdust spell creates a cloud of glittering golden particles within the area of effect. Should they fail a save vs Spell, this will remove the Invisibility effect of creatures on impact, as well as blind them for 4 rounds.
Description[]
| “ | This spell creates a cloud of glittering golden particles within the area of effect. All enemies in the area must roll a successful Saving Throw vs. Spell or be blinded (-4 penalty to attack rolls and Armor Class) for 4 rounds. In addition, all enemies who fail their Saving Throw are covered by the dust, which cannot be removed and continues to sparkle until it fades, thus revealing invisible creatures. The dust fades in 4 rounds | ” |
Gameplay[]
The caster fires a projectile (170 Sparkle Area Gold Not Party (SPARGONP) at the desired target point in range.
When the rapidly moving projectile reaches the point designated by the caster (up to a 20' distance) the sparkling area of effect manifests in a 15-foot radius from the target spot.
All enemy creatures in the area of effect are exposed to the sparking particles unless a Saving throw versus Spell is made. If the save is made the wand has no effect on that particular creature.
If the saving throw check is failed, then the creature:
- Suffers a Blindness effect lasting 4 rounds. A text string will display "Blinded".
- If hidden, the creature is revealed (including normal and improved invisibility, sanctuary and Hide in Shadows).
- The creature is also unable to attain being hidden for 4 rounds (when the glittering particles wear off).
This spell's effects are classified as a "Conjuration" spell school, and a "Battleground" secondary type. The individual effects of glittering dust are considered magical and therefore are affected by Dispel Magic effects and Magic resistance. Additionally, the effects are assigned a 2 Power level, and thus can be blocked by a Minor Globe of Invulnerability.
See also[]
The Wand of Glitterdust fires a slightly different version of this spell. It has a greater range, bypasses Magic Resistance, can't be dispelled, but isn't party friendly.
Where to obtain its scroll[]
The Black Pits[]
Sold by[]
- Dinguer the Mad (×5)
Baldur's Gate[]
Shadows of Amn[]
Throne of Bhaal[]
The Black Pits II[]
Sold by[]
- Book Merchant (×6)
Mod content[]
This section is about unofficial content that is only available via fan-made mods.
Spell Revisions mod has changed this arcane spell, revising its effects, and saving throw. See below for description:
Glitterdust
Level: 2
School: Conjuration
Range: Medium
Duration: 4 rounds
Casting Time: 2
Area of Effect: 10’ radius
Saving Throw: Special
This spell creates a cloud of glittering golden particles within the area of effect. The sparkling dust dazzles all opponents in the area (-2 penalty to attack rolls) for 4 rounds and reveals any opponents who are invisible. Those affected must also save vs. breath to avoid becoming completely covered by the dust, which cannot be removed and continues to sparkle for 4 rounds. Those failing the save remain unable to successfully hide themselves until the dust fades.
External links[]
- Glitterdust on the Icewind Dale Wiki, a wiki for the first Icewind Dale game.