Dispel Magic

3rd level Abjuration

Classes: Bard, Inquisitor, Magus, Oracle, Sorcerer, Witch, Wizard

Domains: Cleric, Druid, Fallen Druid, Generic, Paladin

Components: V, S

Casting Time: Standard, ritual

Range: 30 ft

Target: One spellcaster, creature, or object; or 20-ft.-radius burst

Duration: Instantaneous

Spell Resistance: No

Description: Dispel Magic is used to dismiss spells and spell-like effects, ending them as if their duration expired. If the spell is 3rd level or lower, it automatically ends. For higher level spells, make a spell attack against the save DC of the caster or item to determine whether you can bring the magic to a close. There are several types of dispel magic.

• Targeted Dispel (spell): You target one specific on-going spell or spell effect, making the checks if necessary.
• Targeted Dispel (creature): You target one creature. Start with the highest spell or spell-like effect on the creature and attempt a dispel. If unsuccessful, target the next highest and so forth until one effect is dispelled. Ignore any magic items or supernatural abilities.
• Targeted Dispel (magic item): You target a magic item. Make a spell attack against the item's spell save DC. If successful, its magic is suppressed for 1d4 rounds.
• Counterspell: Cast as a reaction, you attempt to counter magic as it is cast using the same process above.

Some spells, as detailed in their descriptions, can't be defeated by dispel magic. Dispel magic can dispel (but not counter) spell-like effects just as it does spells. The effect of a spell with an instantaneous duration can't be dispelled after it is cast, because the magical effect is already over before the dispel magic can take effect. These spells can be counterspelled at the moment of casting, though.

Leveling: At higher levels, spells of equal level or lower are automatically countered. Make checks for all others.