What can I turn people into with polymorph?
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You can turn people into various creatures using the polymorph spell, as long as the creature’s size is no larger than the person’s size and the creature’s challenge rating is 9 or lower, and the polymorph spell can only change a creature into another creature, not an object. The polymorph spell has various restrictions and limitations, such as not being able to change a creature into a shapechanger or a creature with 0 hit points, and it also has different effects depending on the type of polymorph used, such as true polymorph or wild shape.
Understanding Polymorph
What is Polymorph?
Polymorph is a thermoplastic material that can be reheated and remoulded as often as needed, and it is used for manufacturing awkward shapes such as ergonomic handles, and it can also be used in Dungeons & Dragons as a spell that can transform a creature into another creature.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can you polymorph into an Owlbear?: No, an Owlbear is a monstrosity, and a druid can only turn into beasts with Wild Shape.
- Can you polymorph a dragon?: If you polymorph a dragon, it loses all its features, and you have to earn that spell through high saves and legendary resistances.
- What is better Shapechange or true polymorph?: Shapechange is more of a solo-featured spell while True Polymorph can affect others in the party and allow you to change objects and creatures.
- Can you polymorph into a Tarrasque?: No, the Tarrasque has a CR of 30, and no player character can reach any level higher than 20.
- Can you polymorph twice?: Yes, it’s possible to cast True Polymorph twice and have both spells reach their permanent stage.
- Which dragons can shapeshift?: Metallic dragons are often able to shapechange into small animals or human forms.
- Can you polymorph into a mimic?: No, Mimics have the ability to polymorph only themselves, but they can’t become other creatures when they do.
- Can I cast polymorph on myself?: Yes, you can use Polymorph on yourself, as you are a creature you can see within range.
- Can I cast spells in polymorph?: No, the creature is limited in the actions it can perform by the nature of its new form, and it can’t speak, cast spells, or take any other action that requires hands or speech.
- Does polymorph work on Changelings?: No, due to the trait Shapechanger, Changelings still possess the “shapechanger” keyword, thus are immune to polymorph.
- What is the strongest thing you can polymorph into?: The highest CR beast is currently the Tyrannosaurus Rex at CR 8.
- Can you polymorph a Kraken?: When you True Polymorph the Kraken, it was no longer a Kraken and never became a Kraken again.
- Can you polymorph into a mind flayer?: Technically yes, but as already said, Mind Flayers tend to have a mental change that renders you no longer a PC.
- Can polymorph be permanent?: Yes, the transformation lasts for the duration, or until the target drops to 0 hit points or dies, and if you concentrate on this spell for the full duration, the transformation becomes permanent.
- Can you awaken a polymorph?: If you are cursed, exhausted, Poisoned, unconscious, or charmed while polymorph it translates to your original form if you change it back.