Spellbook

And now welcome to the special part of the program where we introduce and explain a lot of the spells in The Slayers. Inverse.org (http://www.inverse.org) does this, but due to the fact that they dropped off the face of the planet for almost two weeks, I decided to "kopii" and paste their information here. I am not stealing their HTML, and they got their information from Encyclopedia Slayers, which I don't have access to anyhow. I'm merely posting their information here so I won't be lost if they ever go offline permanently. However, I've also corrected grammar/spelling wherever necessary. I've also taken their pictures so I know that I'm thinking about the right spell or I can describe it properly.

There are also a few of the spells created by players listed. These are the spells that they have used in play, but the players have other spells up their sleeves. ::evil grin::

Note: Just because the description says that's what a spell does doesn't mean that's how I'm going to play it. Some of these spells are just too powerful and others are not as they are described.

Description

Aqua Breathe (akua buriizo)
Category: Shamanism / Water
Makes it possible to breathe in water. Once this spell is cast, it lasts for a while so there is no need to concentrate in order to maintain the spell. This makes it possible to cast other spells in water. The downside is that the spell doesn't improve your movement in water and your equipment will get wet.

Aqua Create (akua kureito)
Category: Shamanism / Water
Creates water.

Astral Vine (asutoraru vain)
Category: Shamanism / Spirit
A spell which enchants a sword, axe, or other weapon with magic. A weapon enchanted in this way makes it possible to deal damage to Mazoku and becomes as powerful as the Sword of Light. However, this enchantment is only temporary.

Balus Rod (barusu roddo)
Also known as: Valis Rod
Category: Black / Offensive
A whip of light appears in the caster's palm, which can be used to attack. Unlike spells that are shot out, the movement of the whip can be more tightly controlled by the caster, improving the chances of hitting the target. The primary weakness of the spell is its short range.
 

Balus Wall (barusu wooru)
Also known as: Valis Wall
Category: Shamanism / Fire
This spell is effective against flaming attacks (fire-shamanism, dragon's breath, and normal fire). Instead of striking, flames heading towards the caster are diverted to the left and right of the spellcaster.

Bamu Rod (bamu roddo)
Also known as: Bomb Rod
Category: Shamanism / Fire
A whip of fire appears in the caster's hand that can then be used to attack the enemy. The initial damage dealt is about the same as a Flare Lance, but since the caster can control the whip's movement, there is a greater chance of hitting the target; it is possible to attack a target in ways that wouldn't be possible with a normal spell, such as swinging the whip horizontally and cutting the target. Since this spell has a variable duration, the caster can keep on attacking with the whip - another advantage over Flare Lance.

Bephis Bring (befisu buringu)
Also known as: Befis Bring, Earth Spirit Road
Category: Shamanism / Earth
By calling on the power of the earth spirit Bephimos, a tunnel is created through earth. It is possible to dig a tunnel horizontally, or to create a vertical tunnel and use it as a pit trap. However, as long as the target is made of earth, the spell works; the spell has no effect against wooden boards or metal.

Blade Haut (bureedo hauto)
Category: Shamanism / Earth
A spell designed to supplement sword fighting. By swinging a sword, a shock wave is created along the ground that attacks a target. Even if the target tries to run away, the shock wave will continue to follow the target. A fighter-mage skilled with a sword should learn this spell.

Blast Ash (burasuto asshu)
Also known as: Brass Ash, Black Occult Field
Category: Black / Offensive
The caster makes a black void appear in a certain area and anything alive or possessing a spirit is turned into ash. Inanimate objects such as the ground, buildings, and equipment are not affected; the spell has an effect of a relatively large area, making this one of the few black magic spells which can be used in cramped alleys and town squares.

Blast Bomb (burasuto bomu)
Category: Shamanism / Fire
Forbidden: Rei Magnus created this spell and only very powerful mages can cast this spell. This isn't likely unless you're a villain or you major only in fire magic.
The strongest fire-shamanist magic, said to be castable only by the legendary mage, Rei Magnus. When the spell is cast, balls of light about the size of a fist appear. Up to this point, the spell is similar to Flare Bit, but each ball nearly has the same destructive power as Burst Flare. This spell can not be cast by even Lina without the help of the Demon's Blood Talismans.

Blast Wave (burasuto ueivu)
Category: Black / Offensive
With a single hit, the spell can open a hole in a wall large enough for a person to pass through with ease. Even though the spell is powerful, it has two drawbacks. First, the spell can only takes effect when both hands are placed on the target. Second, the spell can only be used to destroy a single target and can't deal damage via shockwaves as other spells do. Since most mages are not skilled at physical combat, the use of this spell isn't widespread. However, the spell's effect against physical objects is absolute, making this a worthwhile spell to learn.

Bogardic Elm (bogaadikku erumu)
Category: Shamanism / Earth
Note: Calls on both Earth and Water Shamanism.
Forbidden: Naga's original spell. However, it is a few years old, and there is a small possibility I'll let you have it.
By calling on the power of the earth spirit and water spirit, the caster turns the ground into a swamp. The muddy ground makes it extremely hard to move around. When a mage has to fight against a warrior, this spell will come in handy. This is Naga's original spell that Lina didn't know about.

Bomb Di Wind (bomu di win)
Category: Shamanism / Air
By casting this spell, the caster first greatly increases the air pressure in an area and then releases it. The resultant wind blows away anything directly in front of the caster. Even a thick log cannot stand against the wind that is created. The spell deals no direct damage, but the effect of the spell is absolute.

Bomb Sprid (bomu supuriddo)
Also known as: Bomb Spread
Category: Shamanism / Fire
At first glance, this spell is similar to Fire Ball, but it delivers far less damage. The ball can be made to burst at any place the caster desires, though, making this spell is perfect for capturing fleeing enemies. Being a flash effect, no heat is released, so there is no need to worry about objects catching on fire.

Boost (buusuto)
Category: Black / Offensive
This spell triggers a magical item to release its power. Specifically, this spell is used to activate Lina's talismans in order to allow use of high-power attacks like Blast Bomb and the Ragna Blade.

"Lord of the Darkness and the Four Worlds, I call upon you, grant me all the power that you possess!"
 

Bram Blazer (buramu bureizaa)
Also known as: Drum Blazer, Blue Magic Wave
Category: Shamanism / Spirit
This spell shoots out a shock wave of blue light directly at a target. This is a valuable spell that can deal damage both to a target's spirit and body. However, this spell is not practical when trying to capture a target for interrogation since both the target's spirit and body would have to be healed.

Bram Fang (buramu fangu)
Category: Shamanism / Air
A spell that creates an arrow of wind that cuts the target. However, the arrow is so weak that when it strikes a living being, all it will do is leave a light scar along the target's skin. Since this spell requires no particular motions, the spell can be used to cut the bonds when tied up or something.

Bram Gush (buramu gasshu)
Also known as: Blam Gush
Category: Shamanism / Air
The spell creates an arrow of wind; it is shot at a target and bursts upon contact (or at the caster's choosing), shredding the target to pieces. An extremely lethal spell that has the power to blow a hole through a brick wall.
 

"Wind which blows across eternity, gather in my hands and become my strength! BRAM GUSH!"
 

Burst Flare (baasuto furea)
Category: Shamanism / Fire
A ball of light appears in the targeted area, and in the next instant the ball bursts, raising a tongue of blue white flame. The flames can melt even a golem with ease. Against a human, not even the bones will remain. This is the strongest fire-shamanist magic a normal human can cast.

"Source of all power, crimson fire burning bright! Gather together in my hand and become an inferno... BURST FLARE!"
 

Burst Rond (baasuto rondo)
Category: Shamanism / Fire
The spell creates numerous balls of light near a target that burst and spread flames. The spell is visually impressive, but the damage from the spell is negligible. Even a direct hit will only cause burns, which makes this a good spell to use as a diversion or to frighten enemies.

Chaos String (kaosu sutoringu)
Category: White
Originally created for the purpose of construction work. Can be used to entangle strings thrown at you with magical strings. Can also be used to entangle other objects, but since the spell is weak, it can not prevent the target from moving.

Chaotic Disintegrate (kaotikku disutingureito)
Category: White
Forbidden: It seems that this is one of the holy spells lost to humans since only Filia has been seen casting it. However, if you happen to be a priest/ess of some temple, I might let you have it.
This spell forms an attack of blue light that damages Mazoku. So far, only Filia has been seen casting this spell.

Counter-Sleeping (suriipingu de neteru-hito o okosu-sube)
Category: White
Forbidden: Counts as an original spell you have to create since it is not taught at mage guilds.
Spell to awaken those who won't awaken with normal means.

Dam Brass (damu burasu)
Also known as: Vibration Blast
Category: Shamanism / Air
Note: Encyclopedia Slayers claims that this is a Shamanism / Earth spell for some reason.
A spell that shoots out a red ball of light at a target that self-destructs upon contact . The explosion sends high-speed vibrations through the target, destroying it. The spell is like a small concentrated earthquake. Since the effects of the spell do not spread out, it is a useful spell for opening holes in ceilings and walls.

Dark Claw (daaku kurou)
Category: Black / Offensive
A spell which shoots out magical energy balls, which tend to resemble winged insects with unclear edges. These balls cause the area which they touch to disintegrate and go through the target's body. Of course, it is possible to kill the target, but it is also possible to remove an arm or a leg.

Dark Mist (daaku misuto)
Category: Shamanism / Water
Spell that fills the area with a dense black fog. In the black fog, even magically created light is completely absorbed. Once created, the fog remains even after the spellcaster stops concentrating.

Defense (bougyo no jumon)
Category: White
A white magic spell that creates a defensive shield. This spell's defensive capabilities are far greater than those of the spirit-shamanist spell Windy Shield, but it uses a lot of magic power at once. As a result, this spell can only be cast a few times each day.

Demona Crystal (demona kurisutaru)
Also known as: Demonic Crystal
Category: Shamanism / Water
Highly effective spell that makes icy fog appear out of the ground, which then suddenly freezes anything within. Since the fog appears out from the ground, only battle-scarred veteran adventurers can dodge this spell.

"You who crosses between sky and earth, gently flowing water, gather in my hand and give me power: DEMONA CRYSTAL!"

Dicleary (dikuriarii)
Also known as: Detoxify
Category: White
This spell removes poisons from the body of the target. When there are two or more poisons present, all are removed. This spell is nearly as popular as Recovery among clerics.

Diem Claw (dimu kurou)
Category: Shamanism / Air
Rearranging Diem Wind to blow wind vertically, with the caster in the center, as opposed to horizontally. No use except for when you want to put on a show, in which case cloaks become particularly dramatic.

Diem Wind (dimu win)
Also known as: Diem Wing, Demon Wind
Category: Shamanism / Air
Spell that compresses air, creating temporary strong winds in front of the caster. If the target is a creature, all the spell does is prevent the target from moving forwards for a short while. But as a defensive spell against things like missile weapons, the casting time is short, making this a very useful spell. Also, this spell can be used while fleeing from targets who it is important not to injure.

Digu Volt (digu voruto)
Also known as: Digger Volt
Category: Shamanism / Air
A lethal spell that shoots out a blast of lightning from the palm of the extended arm. This spell is a stronger version of Mono Volt, and a direct hit by this spell most likely means death. There is also a small chance that targets struck with this spell will catch on fire.

"Wind, crimson flame. Grant the power of thunder to my hand! DIGU VOLT!"
 

Dill Brand (diru burando)
Also known as: Dare Brando, Explosion Array, Explosive Array
Category: Shamanism / Earth
With the caster at the center, this spell can blast anything upwards within a circular range of the ground, including dirt, rocks, or anyone inside. Since this spell's effects aren't lethal (though the resultant fall might be), it can be used to knock targets unconscious and capture them. In addition, the pillars of displaced dirt and rocks can be used to hide from or blind the target. There is a chance that nearby party members or hired help will also be blasted, but there's little chance they'll perish, so in a way, there's no need to worry when casting this spell. Of course, there's no harm in exercising caution, either.

Dimilar Wind (dimiraawin)
Category: Shamanism / Air
Spell that creates a powerful wind by shooting a high-pressure ball of air. Wind strong enough to burrow into the ground delivers damage to the target. However, anyone who is within the area of effect of this spell will be blasted away, so caution is necessary.

Disenchant (kaiju)
Category: White
Spell that negates the effect of curses and spells with durations (sleep, control, etc). Can only be used by high-level priests. Since the spell takes too long to cast, this spell is not used during combat.

Disfang (disfangu)
Category: Black / Offensive
A spell that summons a dragon in the caster's shadow. When the dragon inside the caster's shadow bites part of the target's shadow, the physical counterpart of the target's shadow is damaged. When an opponent casts this spell, it is possible to negate the effects of this spell by making your own shadow disappear through the use of Lighting or a similar spell.

Divine / Search (tansaku)
Category: Shamanism / Spirit
Spell used to divine the location of an object. However, in order to do this, it is necessary to know the pattern of magic which the object possesses. In other words, this spell can only be used to search for magical items that the caster owned or items that the caster marked. It isn't a perfect spell, but it prevents important items from getting misplaced or lost.

Dolph Strash (darufu sutorasshu)
Category: Black / Offensive
Like Dolph Zork, this spell calls on the power of Deep Sea Dolphin. A spear-like shockwave moves at super sonic speed, destroying the target. Unlike Dolph Zork, this spell can even be used where there is no water.

Dolph Zork (darufu zooku)
Category: Black / Offensive
Spell that calls on the power of Deep Sea Dolphin, one of Ruby-Eye Shabranigdu's five lords. The spell turns water into a single sharp blade that cuts through practically anything. However, this spell can only be cast where there is a lot of water.

Dragon Slave (doragu sureibu)
Also known as: Dragu Slave, Drug Slave, Drag Slave
Category: Black / Offensive
Spell that calls on the power of Ruby-Eye Shabranigdu, leader of the dark forces in the Slayers world. This is the strongest spell that humans can cast without a talisman of some kind; its effect is broad and destructive enough to level a city. The name was originally "Dragon Slayer" but as the legend was passed through the years, it became garbled into its current form, "Dragon Slave."

"Darkness beyond twilight, crimson beyond blood that flows; buried in the flow of time; in Thy great name, I pledge myself to darkness! Let the fools who before me be destroyed by the power you and I possess! DRAGON SLAVE!!"

Dug Haut (dagu hauto)
Also known as: Stone Spiker
Category: Shamanism / Earth
A powerful and effective spell in which numerous large stone spears rush out of the ground. This is done by gathering magical energy in a hand and slamming that hand against the ground, which causes the layers underneath the ground to shift. Since this spell also causes a small earthquake, any target whose feet are on the ground will have a hard time dodging this spell.

"Earth below me, submit to my will! DUG HAUT!"
 

Dug Wave (dagu ueibu)
Category: Shamanism / Earth
Makes the earth below the target explode; the resultant shockwave deals damage to the target. Similar to Gray Bomb, but this spell can be used where there is no bare ground. As a result, the spell takes a little more time to cast.

Dust Chip (dasuto chippu)
Category: Shamanism / Water
Spell that shoots out numerous small arrows of ice about the size of the tip of a fingernail. The actual damage dealt is minimal, but the arrows hurt a lot. A good spell to use when the goal is to weaken the opponent's will to fight.

Dynast Brass (dainasuto burasu)
Category: Black / Offensive
Just like Dynast Breath, this spell calls on the power of Dynast Grauscherra. Lightning falls around the target in a pentagram, and then the lightning rushes towards the target. Caution is necessary when the target is too close to the spell caster because there's a chance that the caster will also be caught within the pentagram.

Dynast Breath (dainasuto buresu)
Category: Black / Offensive
A spell that calls on the power of Dynast Grauscherra, one of Ruby-Eye Shabranigdu's five lords. This spell instantly freezes the target with ice (which can freeze even Mazoku) and, right after that, the frozen target is shattered along with the ice. By careful placement, though, it is possible to keep the target alive in ice.

Elmekia Flame (erumekia fureimu)
Category: Shamanism / Spirit
Stronger version of Elmekia Lance. Instead of a lance, a pillar about as wide as a man's chest is shot out. It deals no physical damage, but since it attacks from the Astral Plane, it can easily destroy the spirit of a man.

Elmekia Lance (erumekia ransu)
Also known as: Flash Lance
Category: Shamanism / Spirit
A spell that creates and fires a lance of light, which damages a target's spirit. This spell deals no physical damage, and even a direct hit only causes the target to fall unconscious for a period of time. A useful spell against spirit beings such as Mazoku.

Ext Ball (ekusuto booru)
Category: White
Spell created to extinguish flames. Since it isn't a very powerful spell, it isn't possible to extinguish flames over a wide area.

Fehlzareid (feruzareedo)
Category: Shamanism / Spirit
A spiraling ray of light deals damage to a target. Since the spell doesn't travel in a straight path, it is harder to avoid than spells like Bram Blazer which travel in a straight line. Can deal enough damage to destroy a Brass Demon with a single hit.

Ferrous Bleed (ferisu buriido)
Also known as: Fehris Bleed, Fearous Bleed, Fertous Bleed (?)
Category: Black / Offensive
This is a summoning spell that can be used to call animals to the caster's location. The animals are not controlled by the caster, but they just have an overwhelming urge to go towards the caster.

"Star which passes through heavens' night skies, heed the ancient coven and the Earth, I pledge my life that he may be called forth! FERROUS BLEED!"
 

Fireball (faiaa booru)
Category: Shamanism / Fire
A ball of fire appears between the hands of the caster that can then be thrown. Upon contact with an object, the ball explodes, spreading flames. Caution is necessary when using this spell in enclosed area or forests because this spell affects a wide area. This is the most popular offensive spell. Lina uses variations of this spell such as making the ball of light appear in places other than between the hands, or making the ball of fire explode on the word "Break." Being able to cast this spell is one of the criteria for a full-fledged mage.

"Oh, source of all power, light which burns beyond crimson, let thy power gather in my hand. FIREBALL!"
 

Fishing Spell (iregui no jumon)
Category: White
Forbidden: Since it is Lina's original spell, you can't have it unless she taught you (NO!) or it's an original spell.
Lina's original spell that makes fish bite onto the hook at the end of a fishing pole. Lina tries not to use this spell unless she's broke or something because there's a chance that all the fish in a river will become extinct, and it takes away from the joy of fishing.

Flame Breath (fureimu buresu)
Category: Black / Offensive
Forbidden: Only dragons can cast this.
The Fire Dragon King's priestess, Filia, cast this offensive spell with his power. Only dragons can cast this spell due to the enormous magic capacitance required.

"ateku...ra-zu-omu... ranaku-tsuraku... izu peku naomu... FUREIMU BURESU!"

Flare Arrow (furea aroo)
Category: Shamanism / Fire
A spell that makes several fire arrows appear around the caster and fly directly towards a target. The spell can be used to attack or to make something catch on fire. The number of arrows that can be created depends on the caster's skill. Through careful arrangement, it is possible to make the arrows appear in places other than in front of the caster. This is the most basic offensive spell, but since the casting time is short, it is useful in combat.

"Source of all power, crimson fire burning bright. FLARE ARROW!"
(or)
"East winds that blow / Have you as their source / Into my hands / Ignite all their force! / FLARE ARROW!"

Flare Bit (furea bitto)
Also known as: Inferno Array
Category: Shamanism / Fire
A spell that creates several dozen small balls of light which burst upon contact. Each ball deals about the same damage as a slightly strong punch, making this a useful spell when wanting to capture, rather than kill, a target. The spell can also be used to frighten enemies or to use the smoke to reduce the visibility of the target.

Flare Lance (furea ransu)
Category: Shamanism / Fire
Several Flare Arrows are fused together to form a spear that is then shot at a target. The spell can be used for destruction or to light fires, but by controlling the strength of the spell, it is possible to turn a large rock into a heater or a medium sized rock into a frying pan.

Flare Seal (furea shiiru)
Category: Shamanism / Fire
A pretty high-level anti-fire spell that is so powerful that even while being in fire, no heat can be felt. However, using this spell in combat is difficult because of the long amount of time required for casting.

Flow Break (furou bureiku)
Category: White
A spell that negates the effects of all spells within the area. Cannot be used during combat. Except for white magic, all spells take their strength from the energy created by altering the natural flow of energy; this spell negates other spells by returning the flow of energy to normal.

Freeze Arrow (furiizu aroo)
Category: Shamanism / Water
The spell makes several ice arrows appear near the caster and then fly towards the target; the ice counterpart of Flare Arrow. The arrows can also be used to restrict an opponent's movement by freezing the target's feet to the ground. Though this spell is similar to Flare Arrow, it does not cause things to catch on fire, so in areas where there are many combustible such as towns, this spell comes in handy.

Freeze Bullet (furiizu buritto)
Also known as: Freeze Brid, Freeze Bleed
Category: Shamanism / Water
Note: Also spelled 'furiizu buriddo' / "freeze brid" in some texts.
Similar to Freeze Arrow, though the effect is spherical in form rather than arrow-shaped.

Freeze Rain (furiizu rein)
Category: Shamanism / Water
Forbidden: Naga's original spell. However, it is a few years old, and there is a small possibility I'll let you have it.
Naga's original magic, this spell creates a ball of ice in the air that continues to shoot out icicles into the area. Either because the spell was incomplete or perhaps because it was cast by Naga, the caster has no control over the ball of ice. To end this spell, the ball of ice has to be destroyed to prevent icicles from spraying out for all eternity.
 

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