Speak with Beasts

Spell — see Magic and Spellcasting for the rules and the Spell Index for the full list.

Divine 2 Type: esoteric

Range: special Duration: 6 turns

This spell grants the caster the ability to communicate with ordinary and giant animals that are within his line of sight and able to hear him. The spell magically translates the animals’ natural vocalizations into language comprehensible to the caster. However, the spell doesn’t make the animals friendlier or smarter. Most animals, being of bestial sapiency, can only relay concrete facts punctuated with inane comments. Semi-sapient animals, such as dolphins, elephants, or parrots, can communicate concepts and opinions, though they will tend to be terse and evasive. However, if an animal is friendly towards the caster, it might be willing to grant some favor or service. Speak with beasts does not permit conversation with sapient creatures.