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Summary
Potions are one of the most underrated aspects ofDungeons & Dragons.
19Potion Of Giant Strength
Effect
Raise your Strength score for one hour.
The most basic of these potions raises your Strength to 21, a clear boon for any low-level adventurer.
18Potion Of Gaseous Form
Gain the effect of the Gaseous Form spell.
17Potion Of Comprehension
Gain the effect of the Comprehend Languages spell.
Common
Even in combat-focused campaigns, understanding what someone is saying is key for the plot to move forward.
16Potion Of Water Breathing
Whoever drinks the potion can breathe underwater.
Very Rare
Did you know that around 71 percent of the Earth is covered in water?
It’s the same in D&D.
Perhaps even more so, since we can create fictional societies that thrive under the waves.
Can be done three times.
Use your action economy in Dungeons & Dragons much more efficiently with the best bonus action spells around.
This potion is quite handy in a pinch for when a melee attacker wants more options in battle.
14Potion Of Healing
Whoever drinks the potion regains 2d4+2 Hit Points.
N/A
The classic potion that everyone knows about.
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But, interestingly, the Potion of Healing is often overlooked by many players, both seasoned and beginner.
After all, that’s what healers are for, right?
It’s quite literally a lifesaver.
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Especially the higher-level versions.
Every party membermusthave a Potion of Healing on their person at all times.
You never know when you might need it.
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13Potion Of Speed
Whoever drinks the potion gets the effect of the spell Haste.
Essentially, the Potion of Speed will give you the effects of the Haste spell for one minute.
However, with any luck, the enemy will have been felled by the time it runs out.
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After all, a minute is a long time in combat.
12Potion Of Invulnerability
Whoever drinks the potion has Resistance to all damage.
This wonderful potion will grant you resistance toall damage.It’s an incredible potion that will absolutely store your life.
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If you’re playing any other class, particularly an up-front fighter then this potion is a game-changer.
It’s ideal to use if you’re fighting pretty much anything that packs a punch.
Especially if it means you’ll be receiving half the damage they do to you.
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11Potion Of Mind Reading
Whoever drinks the potion gets the effect of the spell Detect Thoughts.
When it comes to potions, it certainly seems like the up-front fighters get all the fun.
Luckily, this potion is for anyone, especially those with relatively high charisma and a love for roleplay.
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Ultimately, this wonderful potion can be used at any point.
It’s perfect for trying to understand the boss' motive, or someone suspicious in a bar.
10Potion Of Mind Control
Whoever drinks the potion gains the power to use the Dominate spell.
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Depending on the potion, the spell can affect beasts, humanoids, or monsters.
You’ll need to make some good ones to wield the power of this potion.
You’ll want to make use of these new items.
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The Potion of Mind Control comes in three variants, one for each main pop in of creature.
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