Speed Swim

Magic of Faerûn (Mag)Updated Forgotten Realms (3.0)

Speed Swim is a D&D 3.5 spell (Transmutation) from Mag. On class lists for Wizard (Warcraft) (Level 1), Ranger (Level 1), Sorcerer (Level 1), and others. Range or area: Close (25 ft. + 5 ft./2 levels); Saving throw: None (harmless); Duration: 1 minute/level (D); Casting time: 1 standard action.

School
Transmutation
Casting Time
1 standard action
Components
V, S, F
Range
Close (25 ft. + 5 ft./2 levels)
Target
One creature
Duration
1 minute/level (D)
Saving Throw
None (harmless)
Spell Resistance
Yes (harmless)

You give the subject creature the ability to swim at speed 30 feet (ignoring the effects of armor and encumbrance)
without having to make Swim checks.
He gets a +8 racial bonus on any Swim check to perform some special action or avoid a hazard.
He can always choose to take 10, even if rushed or threatened when swimming.
He can use the run action while swimming, provided he swims in a straight line.
Focus: A miniature wooden paddle.