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/ˌmɛtəˈmæd͡ʒɪk/ · noun
(roleplaying games) Modification of the fundamental attributes of magical spells..
Although the concept of metamagic has existed since the beginning of magical study, it has generally been ignored by most wizards, who have been far more interested in spectacular effects and immediate results.
Spells modified by a metamagic feat use a spell slot higher than normal. This does not change the level of the spell, so the DC for saving throws against it does not go up.
This unusual metamagic causes a spell to seemingly do nothing when cast. You must still use your standard action to cast the spell in the same round that the metamagic has been used.
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Metamagic means (roleplaying games) Modification of the fundamental attributes of magical spells..
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Although the concept of metamagic has existed since the beginning of magical study, it has generally been ignored by most wizards, who have been far more interested in spectacular effects and immediate results.
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