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WYRM WIZARD
“Every dragon is like a library full of books so old their titles have
been forgotten. Most would pay dearly for a chance to plunder such
a resource, but only I have the key to the library doors.”
—Doran Stout, wyrm wizard of the Free City
Wyrm wizards are spellcasters who learn new spells not
through research and experimentation but rather by tapping
into the vast wealth of arcane knowledge possessed by
dragons. Like many other wizards, wyrm wizards spend a
great deal of time perfecting their spellcasting techniques,
though most of their spells are based on the teachings of
friendly dragons. A wyrm wizard and his dragon mentor
might spend weeks or months in seclusion, discussing
the finer points of spell manipulation or exploring new
concepts. Unlike many others who interact with dragons,
wyrm wizards also act as comrades to spellcasting dragons,
providing insight into magic that the creature might not
otherwise possess.
BECOMING A WYRM WIZARD
Generally, only wizards become wyrm wizards because of
their dedication to the study of magic. Other arcane casters
explore more dynamic and instinctive spellcasting techniques
instead of conducting methodical research. Wizards of any
specialty follow this path, though diviners—thanks to their
love of learning—are slightly more common than others.
Entry Requirements
Skills: Knowledge (arcana) 9 ranks, Spellcraft 9 ranks.
Languages: Draconic.
Feats: Any metamagic feat.
Spellcasting: Ability to prepare and cast 1st-level arcane
spells.
CLASS FEATURES
Wyrm wizards are exceptionally good at understanding the
basics of spellcasting and magic. Thanks to the insight of
draconic mentors, wyrm wizards can craft whole new spells
based on complex magical theories and unravel the inner
workings of any spell in the blink of an eye. Their extensive
research, performed side by side with dragons, gives them a
wealth of knowledge regarding arcane magic.
Spellcasting: At every level other than 2nd, 4th, and 6th,
you gain new spells per day and an increase in caster level
(and spells known, if applicable) as if you had also gained a
level in an arcane spellcasting class to which you belonged
before adding the prestige class level. You do not, however,
gain any other benefit a character of that class would have
gained. If you had more than one arcane spellcasting class
before becoming a wyrm wizard, you must decide to which
class to add each level for the purpose of determining spells
per day, caster level, and spells known.
Knowledge of the Wyrm (Ex): You spend a great deal of
time exploring the depths of a dragon’s magical knowledge,
giving you a distinct advantage over spellcasters who do not
have the benefit of draconic tutelage. Starting at 1st level,
by spending at least 1 hour doing nothing but performing
research, you can add your class level as an insight bonus on
Knowledge (arcana) checks made for the next 8 hours. You
need not consult with a dragon to gain this insight, though
if you do, the insight bonus improves by 2.
At 5th level, you also gain this bonus on Spellcraft checks,
for the same duration.
Spell Research (Ex): One of the greatest advantages
that you gain from consulting draconic lore is the ability
to unlock magical secrets forbidden to other wizards. Starting
at 2nd level, select one spell from any class’s spell list
(including divine spells), of a level equal to or lower than the
highest-level arcane spell you can prepare and cast. You can
add this spell to your arcane spellcasting class spell list as a
spell of the same level; all other aspects of the spell remain
unchanged. At every even-numbered level thereafter, you
gain the knowledge and use of one additional spell in this
manner.
Draconic Discovery (Ex): At 3rd level, you make startling
discoveries into the nature of magic thanks to the unique
insight of your dragon mentors. Select any arcane spell of up
CHAPTER 2
DRAGON
ASPIRANTS
Table 2–9: The Wyrm Wizard
Hit Die: d4
Base
Attack Fort Ref Will
Level Bonus Save Save Save Special Spellcasting
1st +0 +0 +0 +2 Knowledge of the wyrm +1 level of existing arcane spellcasting class
2nd +1 +0 +0 +3 Spell research —
3rd +1 +1 +1 +3 Draconic discovery (2nd) +1 level of existing arcane spellcasting class
4th +2 +1 +1 +4 Spell research —
5th +2 +1 +1 +4 Knowledge of the wyrm +1 level of existing arcane spellcasting class
6th +3 +2 +2 +5 Draconic discovery (4th), spell research —
7th +3 +2 +2 +5 Convert counterspell +1 level of existing arcane spellcasting class
8th +4 +2 +2 +6 Spell research +1 level of existing arcane spellcasting class
9th +4 +3 +3 +6 Draconic discovery (6th) +1 level of existing arcane spellcasting class
10th +5 +3 +3 +7 Break spell resistance, spell research +1 level of existing arcane spellcasting class
Class Skills (4 + Int modifier per level): Concentration, Craft, Decipher Script, Knowledge (any, taken individually), Profession,
Spellcraft.
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