Can you blind someone with phantasmal force?

Phantasmal Force is not Blindness/deafness, it does not do what that spell does and more because cannot do more than it says it does.

Can you use minor illusion to make a person?

Minor illusion cannot affect a person. It is either a static image or a sound. Minor illusion is quite strong when used correctly, though. A wizard with improved minor illusion can create both sound and visuals, which is really awesome for a cantrip.

Can a creature made with phantasmal force move?

The spell “Phantasmal Force” (p.264 PHB) is an illusion that takes root in the mind of the target creature. One of the options is to create the illusion of a creature, and this creature can attack the target (the target rationalises this and takes 1d6 psychic damage, perceived as a type appropriate for the attack) as long as it is within 5ft.

What happens when a phantasmal force spell succeeds?

If the check succeeds, the target realizes that the phantasm is an illusion, and the spell ends. But in the very next sentence says… While a target is affected by the spell, the target treats the phantasm as if it were real.

How does phantasmal force knock and hold someone prone?

The wall being made of fire is a good incentive for the target to stay prone and avoid being burnt. However they could choose to stand up if they wished and move through the wall. It would still cause them damage (1d6 as noted in the spell) either way. For a final example let’s say you created an illusionary creature to knock the target prone.

How does the phantasmal force affect the target?

The phantasm includes sound, temperature, and other stimuli, also evident only to the creature. […] While a target is affected by the spell, the target treats the phantasm as if it were real. The target rationalizes any illogical outcomes from interacting with the phantasm. […]

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