Whispers of the Lost

Whispers of the Lost

1st-level divination
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: Self
Components: V, S, M (a fragment of an old, unread letter)
Duration: Instantaneous


Whispers of the Lost is a spell that reaches beyond the veil, connecting the caster to the quiet, mournful murmurs of those who have passed from this world. This delicate spell weaves a slender thread between the living and the spirits of the departed, allowing the caster to glean guidance from beyond the grave. As you cast Whispers of the Lost, the air around you grows cold, and a hush falls over the area, as if the world itself is holding its breath in anticipation.

Upon casting, you pose a single question to the spirits. This question echoes into the ether, transcending the boundaries of time and space, reaching out to the souls that drift in the silence of the afterlife. The response comes not in words but in whispers, a chorus of ethereal voices that intertwine and overlap, each adding a fragment to the answer you seek.

The whispers are soft and fleeting, like the rustling of leaves in a forgotten grove or the distant sound of waves crashing against a forlorn shore. These spectral murmurs carry with them the wisdom of the ages, the experiences of countless lives now ended. Yet, the voices of the departed are cryptic and their messages often shrouded in riddles and metaphor. Interpreting the whispers requires intuition and insight, for the dead speak in the language of memories and emotions, not in the straightforward terms of the living.

While the spell does not compel the spirits to answer truthfully or completely, they are often inclined to offer what guidance they can. The departed have their own perspectives, their own understanding of the cosmos, shaped by their experiences in life and in death.

Whispers of the Lost is a spell favored by those who seek knowledge from beyond the mundane world, by seekers of truth who understand that wisdom can come from the most unexpected sources. It is a reminder that even in death, there can be a connection, a thin, fragile bridge that links the living to the echoes of the past.

However, the caster must be cautious, for delving into the realm of spirits can attract unwanted attention. The whispers might draw the interest of other, less benevolent entities from beyond, or the answers received might carry with them burdens and secrets that weigh heavily on the soul.

Classes: Cleric, Bard, Warlock
Source: Custom Creation


Whispers of the Lost is not merely a tool for divination; it is a testament to the enduring nature of the spirit, a spell that weaves the tapestry of the past into the present, offering a glimpse into the profound and often enigmatic wisdom of those who have walked the path before us.