Dispel in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is a Mysticism magic effect that removes active spell effects from the target, whether they are beneficial or harmful, as long as those effects come from spells. It does not remove curses, diseases, constant effect enchantments, or effects from potions, scrolls, weapons, staves, or powers. Key points about Dispel:
- Effect : Removes magicka-based spell effects on the target, including summoned creatures, bound weapons, and shield spells
- Limitations : It cannot remove abilities, diseases, curses, enchantments, or effects from potions and scrolls
- Magnitude and Strength : The strength of Dispel determines the maximum strength of spells it can remove, based on the magicka cost of the spell (adjusted for caster skill). For example, a 50-point Dispel can remove spells with strength up to 250 but not higher
- Usage : Useful both defensively (on yourself to remove negative effects like Absorb Attribute, Drain, Silence, Weakness) and offensively (to remove enemy buffs like Invisibility, Resistances, Summons, Bound Armor/Weapons)
- Tactical Notes : It removes all temporary spell effects simultaneously or none at all. It is not "intelligent" and will also remove beneficial effects. It is particularly handy against shield spells and summoned creatures, but can be tricky to use effectively due to the need to match or exceed the target spell’s strength
- Potions of Dispel : These remove spell effects on the player up to the potion’s magnitude, useful for removing silence effects that prevent spellcasting
In summary, Dispel is a versatile spell effect that cancels active magical spell effects on a target, making it valuable for countering enemy magic and cleansing yourself of harmful spells, though it has specific limitations and requires careful use to be effective
