Dreamscape Shift

Dreamscape Shift

1st-level illusion
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: Self (15-foot radius)
Components: V, S, M (a piece of opalescent glass and a feather from a nightbird)
Duration: 1 minute


Dreamscape Shift is a spell of phantasmal artistry, a weaving of illusion that blurs the line between reality and dream. When cast, the world around the caster begins to transform, as if the fabric of reality itself were being painted with the brush of a dreaming mind. This spell alters perceptions, crafting a surreal landscape that is both familiar and otherworldly.

As you release the spell, the air around you shimmers with a subtle iridescence, like the surface of a soap bubble. The mundane surroundings begin to warp and shift, taking on the qualities of a dream. Colors become more vibrant or fade into pastels, sounds echo with a haunting reverberation, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

To those within the spell's radius, the world transforms into a dreamscape. Buildings may appear as grandiose castles or crumble into ancient ruins, trees might whisper secrets or bloom with impossible flowers, and the ground could feel like clouds or the rolling waves of an ocean.

Each creature within the area, including yourself, perceives this dreamscape in a manner that reflects their subconscious. The illusion does not change physical realities or harm creatures, but it can significantly alter their perceptions and reactions.

Creatures affected by Dreamscape Shift must make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, they become fully immersed in the dreamscape, their senses captivated by the illusion. While under this effect, they might find it difficult to distinguish the real from the surreal, potentially affecting their decisions and actions.

On a successful save, a creature recognizes the illusion for what it is, though they still perceive the altered environment. They remain aware of the true nature of their surroundings, though the surreal quality of the dreamscape might still be distracting or disorienting.

The spell's power lies in its ability to disorient and bewilder. It can be used to distract, to create cover, or simply to instill wonder and awe. However, any direct physical interaction with the environment reveals its true nature, and the spell does not mask sounds or scents that are incongruent with the illusion.

Classes: Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard
Source: Custom Creation


Dreamscape Shift is a favorite among illusionists and those who appreciate the fluid nature of reality. It serves as a reminder that perception shapes our understanding of the world and that, sometimes, stepping into a dream can reveal truths hidden in the waking world.