Soul's Lantern

Soul's Lantern

1st-level divination
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 30 feet
Components: V, S, M (a lantern with a candle never before lit)
Duration: 10 minutes


Soul's Lantern is a spell of revelation and insight, a beacon that illuminates the unseen and uncovers the hidden. When cast, this enchantment calls forth a spectral light, akin to a candle flame yet unlike any earthly fire. This ethereal lantern reveals not just the physical, but the intangible - the truths that lie beneath the surface of things.

As the spell is invoked, the unlit candle within your lantern sparks to life with a ghostly flame. This flame does not burn with heat nor consume the wick; instead, it glows with a soft, otherworldly light. The light cast by this lantern is not mere illumination; it is a key that unlocks the shadows, revealing what they conceal.

When you cast Soul's Lantern, you can direct its light to reveal hidden objects, secret doors, traps, or even ethereal or invisible entities within its range. The lantern's light peels back the layers of reality, showing things as they truly are. It reveals the unseen markings of magic, the faint traces of ancient runes, and the footprints of creatures hidden from the naked eye.

Moreover, this light can unveil the hidden intentions and falsehoods of those it shines upon. A person standing in the light of the Soul's Lantern may find their lies faltering, their deceptions becoming transparent. It is said that the lantern's flame flickers in the presence of falsehood and burns steadily in the face of truth.

While the spell does not compel honesty or prevent deceit, it provides a subtle advantage in discerning truth from lie, making it a valuable tool in negotiations or interrogations.

The spell's magic is delicate, however, and the lantern's light cannot penetrate through thick barriers or extend beyond its mystical range. The flame is also sensitive to the winds of magic and may flicker or wane in areas heavily saturated with arcane energy.

Classes: Cleric, Paladin, Bard
Source: Custom Creation


Soul's Lantern is a spell cherished by truth-seekers, detectives, and those who value honesty above all. It is a testament to the belief that light, even of the most ethereal kind, can dispel the shadows of deception and guide one towards the truth.