Magic can be found in the darkest corners if you look hard enough.

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What Is The Detect Magic Spell?

A level-one Divination spellis incredibly useful for scanning a room or searching for a specific item.

Once cast,you will see a magic glow from any objects or creaturesthat have magic radiating from them.

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This would normally be concealed from most players unless a keen eye with Detect Magic can spot it.

Another example could be detailing characters and NPCs.

Other Detect Magic scenarios include:

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