Kipper the dog is a popular children's book and television series character. Created by author and illustrator Mick Inkpen, Kipper is a lovable and adventurous little dog who goes on all sorts of magical and exciting adventures. In the magic act episode, Kipper wants to be a magician and puts on a magic show for his friends. He gets a top hat and a magic wand and tries to perform some simple tricks. However, things don't go as planned, and his tricks don't work. Kipper gets discouraged and thinks he will never be a good magician.
To successfully do magic, you need concentration. That can already be difficult in normal situations. Now imagine they are tired, exhausted or drugged. Even if that is the case, natural instincts can seriously decrease the ability to concentrate. In a fight body is set in a fight or flight response. In a real battle, with someone trying to kill or maim you, it'll be hard for nearly all people to stay calm and concentrate.
You don t need the flesh or bone or organ to come from a still living person, you can simply use that which has been harvested beforehand though needless to say the matter still needs to be somewhat alive, which is where elemental magic and healing magic can work together in order to freeze or keep cold biomatter for later healing use. That is, there must be a way for the recipient to break the spell, and that method must be included in the casting, so the recipient will know what it is.
Kipper gets discouraged and thinks he will never be a good magician. But then, his friend Tiger comes to help him out. Tiger is a tiger who loves to make people laugh, and he suggests that they do a comedy magic act instead.
D&D 3E/3.5 3.5e Magical Offenders - Most Overpowered Spells & Fixes
I was curious about what players & DMs using 3.5e consider the most overpowered spells or spell combinations and about any recommended, houseruled fixes. I've just begun a campaign in a low magic setting and I am concerned about game balance in the face of strong divine and arcane casters. I am, granted, already considering fixes for abilities and spells like Polymorph X and Raise Dead-style magic is extremely limited in the game context, so for me, those aren't terrible issues. I think addressing them in addition to other sundry ZOMG magic in 3.5e could be useful for me and other inexperienced DMs in general, though.
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Here's a repost from an older thread concerning the same question:
me said:Spells that need fixing (for their level, and for diverse reasons) in my book include, in alphabetical order:
Alter Self [fix: remove the natural armor clause]
Astral Projection [fix: spell ends if the recipient leaves the Astral Plane by any means; OR doesn't make copies of worn and carried items]
Black Tentacles [fix: allow a Reflex save to leave the area un-grappled]
Comprehend Languages [fix: gives a set bonus of +10 to Decipher Script skills instead of auto-deciphering]
Divine Power [fix: remove the ability to cast spells while under the effect of Divine Power]
Enlarge Person [fix: reduce duration to 1 rd/CL, and move to 3rd level]
Entangle [fix: reduce radius to 10'; OR move to 3rd level]
Freedom of Movement [fix: move to 6th level]
Gate [fix: delete the clause "In the case of a single creature, you can control it if its HD do not exceed twice your caster level."]
Glitterdust [fix: "Spell Resistance: Yes (blinding only)"]
Knock [fix: adds a set +10 bonus to Open Lock checks]
Mage's/Mordenkainen's Disjunction [fix: does not permanently destroy magic items, but does suppress them for CL rounds]
Magic Circle vs. Evil/etc. [fix: see Protection from Evil, and move to 5th level]
Mind Blank [fix: reduce duration to 10 min/CL]
Mirror Image [fix: move to 3rd level]
Planar Binding line [fix: don't set a HD cap, set a CR cap instead; or use Summon Monster-like tables for call-able creatures]
Protection from Evil/etc. [fix: only protects from possession and mind control originating from creatures of the warded-against alignment, and move to 3rd level]
Polymorph [fix: only allow polymorph subschool spells. Sure, this has been said by WotC, but many groups still allow Polymorph all the same]
Polymorph any Object [fix: there is no fix. This spell must go]
Resist Energy [fix: do not increase the energy resistance at higher CLs]
Shapechange [fix: remove the ability to use the spell-like and supernatural abilities of a creature you shapechange into, and introduce a clause stating that you cannot use any natural spellcasting the creature you shapechange into might have (such as a Planetar's Cleric spellcasting)]
Wall of Stone/Iron [fix: these spells need a duration other than instantaneous, I'm open to suggestions]
What do you think?
Also, here's the link to that thread. It was quite good, and rather long, so you may find lots of good stuff in there.
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My problems with spellcasting are legion.
1) Battlefield mobility is too cheap, basically given away, for extended durations. From +30 Speed, to levitation and Flight.
2) Investing in Skills is pointless.
3) I have no problems with spells that go "bang."
Normal physical challenges (heat, cold, starvation, submarine environment) should remain a challenge for longer, and not trivialised after 3rd level. Currently, it is digital: on/off.
Spells granting access to skills or increasing skills, should be capped to grant a total skill level less than what could be achieved by a character of that level.
But this calls for greater reassessment than what you are probably considering sane.
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My problems with spellcasting are legion.
But this calls for greater reassessment than what you are probably considering sane.
No one recently has accused me of sanity. I'm all ears--pretty much everything is, for me, open season.
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If I had to pick, the 1st "broken" spell that comes to mind is Entangle.
Broken combinations? Transmute Rock to Mud, followed by Dispel Magic. Anyone who can't fly or teleport is pretty much hosed.
There have been lots of tries on Polymorph over the years. 1st Ed actually had some nice points on Polymorph Other, which they sadly dropped in 3rd. The idea that the target slowly lost themselves to the new form was a good one. In 3.0 the only difference between Polymorph Self and Polymorph Other was the duration, so once you had a caster of sufficient level in the party there was no reason not to have everyone spend their adventuring time as Fire Giants.
If you made that a bad thing, though, a potential career ender, that abuse stopped right away.
To fix Polymorph in general, I'd produce a specific list of creatures you could turn into, based on caster level. That way we're not eliminating a bit of classic high fantasy schtick form the game, while placing some curbs on its use.
Polymorph Other, or Baleful Polymorph as its now called, should be treated like a curse. That is, there must be a way for the recipient to break the spell, and that method must be included in the casting, so the recipient will know what it is. The frog needs a fair mad to kiss him? The troll lady needs to win the faith of an honest man? All classic stuff, and should be allowed within the spell. I'd also make the casting time something like a full minute, at least. It should be a ritual type thing, rather than battle magic, more the plot device than anything else.
Entangle [fix: reduce radius to 10'; OR move to 3rd level]
They come up with funny and silly tricks that don't require any real magic, but still make everyone laugh. Kipper and Tiger perform their magic act for their friends, and it is a big hit. Everyone laughs and applauds, and Kipper realizes that you don't need real magic to make people happy. The important thing is to have fun and be yourself. This episode teaches children about the value of friendship, creativity, and perseverance. It shows them that it's okay to make mistakes and that sometimes, the best things can come out of unexpected situations. Kipper the dog is a charming and relatable character, and his adventures are always full of fun and learning. Overall, the magic act episode of Kipper the dog is a delightful and heartwarming story that children will enjoy. It encourages them to believe in themselves, have fun, and embrace their own unique talents. Kipper is a timeless character that continues to captivate young audiences around the world..
Reviews for "The Mesmerizing Tricks of Kipper the Dog"
1. John - 1 star
This movie was a complete disappointment. The plot was weak and barely made any sense. The characters were dull and lacked any depth. The magic act was supposed to be the highlight of the film, but it fell flat. The tricks were predictable and unimpressive. Overall, I would not recommend wasting your time or money on this movie.
2. Sarah - 2 stars
I had high hopes for "Kipper the Dog: The Magic Act" but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The storyline felt disjointed and rushed, leaving me confused at times. The magic tricks were simplistic and lacked the wow factor. The characters were also quite forgettable, making it hard to emotionally invest in the film. Overall, it was a mediocre experience, and I would recommend looking elsewhere for better family-friendly entertainment.
3. Mike - 2 stars
While I am a fan of the "Kipper the Dog" series, "The Magic Act" was a letdown. The plot seemed forced and didn't engage me as much as previous episodes. The magic tricks were underwhelming and didn't capture my attention. The comedic elements, which were a highlight of the series, also fell flat in this movie. I would suggest revisiting the earlier episodes of "Kipper the Dog" instead of watching this lackluster film.