Detect Disguise

Rank 1 holy spell (0604) Prayer name: St Dougan’s Discernment Duration: Instant Range: 60′

The reassuring voice of the aged St Dougan speaks in the caster’s mind, saying simply “be wary” or “be sure.” The saint’s advice reveals whether a chosen person within range is disguised by mundane (non-magical) means, for example with makeup, clothing, wigs, etc.

Saving Throw: The target may Save Versus Spell to resist.

True identity: The target’s true identity is not revealed by this spell, merely the fact that they are disguised.

The miracle of St Dougan: The elderly Dougan was a night watchman posted to guard a gate to a great prince’s estate. While his companions played cards and smoked leaf, Dougan would sit in quiet prayer, watching the road outside the gate. One night, as his eyes lit upon an approaching carriage, he heard the voice of an angel warning him that all was not as it seemed. As the carriage drew up to the gate, the prince’s aunt could be seen inside. Despite Dougan’s incredulous protestation, the carriage was admitted to the estate. Dougan himself was tied in the nearby orchard, still ranting about the false identity of the carriage’s occupant. Only later was Dougan’s wisdom discovered—the woman was actually an assassin who succeeded in poisoning the prince. Patronages: Night wardens, (orchards).