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ishpu

06-25-07, 05:46 AM
if i empower a lesser planar binding spell can I bind a 9 hd monster instead of a 6 hd monster?
Kouk

06-25-07, 06:20 AM
No, because it is not a variable number, Empower Spell [Metamagic]
Benefit

All variable, numeric effects of an empowered spell are increased by one-half.

Saving throws and opposed rolls are not affected, nor are spells without random variables. An empowered spell uses up a spell slot two levels higher than the spell’s actual level.

You can only empower or maximize things you have to roll dice for.
ishpu

06-25-07, 06:27 AM
ah thanks, i was thinking man for greater planar binding being able to have like 36 hd woulda been crazy, thanks for your help.
kjenks

06-25-07, 08:34 AM
A question almost exactly like this one appears in the 06/21 Main 3.5e FAQ.