

The only effect that serves as a combat tool is Frenzy, which can be used to cause groups of enemies to decimate each other.

It can be used on its own as a combat tool, but it is best used in conjunction with another skill to take on enemies. Illusion is a formidable tool against almost every enemy in Skyrim, dragons being a notable exception. All missiles, area or not, are range 469 feet. Target Level does not apply to Rally effects. Invisibility removes the ability to be detected by sight, but unlike sneaking, wears off immediately if the caster touches something, casts a spell or uses a weapon.įor each effect type, the pattern of spells is consistent: TypeĬall to Arms (100' radius / 10 min.Muffle helps the caster to sneak around by reducing the noise made by walking.Rally spells maximize confidence and increase the stats of the affected and prevent them from fleeing.Frenzy spells maximize aggression and cause the affected to lose allegiance and attack anyone they see.Fear spells minimize confidence and cause the affected to run away.Pacify spells minimize aggression and cause the affected to lose the will to fight unless attacked first.Some of these effects can also be produced using Alchemy and enchantments. Progressively more powerful spells with each of these effects are available as your character develops. While no Illusion spell does any direct damage, spells and perks in this school are a good supplement to Stealth-focused characters, and make stealthy play more viable for mages. Illusion contains a range of spells that play with your enemies' minds.
