From:	Caric <caric@********.COM>
Subject:	Re: Noticing Spellcasting (was Re: Paralysis and Projection)
Date:	Wed, 23 Apr 1997 08:36:17 -0700

> > A mage, Shapechanged into a critter, can cast spells just fine
> > as long as he/she is not limited by geas of that would proscribe
> > it (like gestures or incantations)...
> >
> > Comments?
> >
> I was under the opinion that an observer could see the astral reflection
> of the spell as the caster froms and releases it... Much like for a
> spirit. It says somewhere in the rules that you don't need to make *any*
> gestures, except if you have a geas.

I agree that the rules clearly state that there are no specific components
to spellcasting other LOS etc., but I would have a hard time believing
someone could chuck a spell without involuntarily or voluntarily using some
muscles I still say that paralyzation as a spell would leave the victim
thinking only of escape rather then "hey, I know i'll never move again, but
I can throw a hellblast at him" (I realize that they could move again, but
would you be rational under that situation?

-Caric

"One cannot simultaneously prevent and prepare for war."
-Albert Einstein