Can Magus learn spells from scrolls?

Can Magus Learn Spells from Scrolls?

In the world of pathfinder, there are different types of classes that wield different types of magic. The Magus is one such class that combines sorcerer-like spellcasting ability with the versatility of being able to wield a sword. The question arises whether a Magus can learn spells from scrolls. The answer, according to various sources and community answers, is Yes and No. Let me clarify this ambiguity.

Types of Scrolls

There are two types of scrolls:

1. Spell Scroll: These are scrolls containing the spells of a different wizard, allowing the person reading the scroll to add those spells to their personal spellbook. Important Note: Spell scrolls require a class that has those specific spells in their own spell list. For Example: Wizards can learn wizard spells from a spell scroll.
2. Non-Magical Scroll : These are scrolls without magic, but can have utility, information, etc. These can be read and used by anyone who is literate.

Can Magus Learn Spells from Scrolls?

While there is no direct explicit answer in the official documents, the Magus player guide mentions that a Gale, or any other Wizard, can learn the spells you cast with a scroll. According to this statement, as Magus is a descendant of the wizard class and is capable of casting Wizard spells, they can use Spell Scrolls but only those spells within their own spell list, like any other Wizard class. Key Point: Magus can copy the spells on a magic scroll into their own personal spellbook, but that magic scroll’s spell might need to be modified and prepared according to the guidelines outlined in the official resources.

Example: Scrolls from Skyrim

In case you are using the content from Skyrim, Battlemage/Tricksters and Eldritch Knights, can copy Wizard spells. They can’t copy divine magic spells from scrolls; this is exclusive to devoted Paladins and similar class. As Magus doesn’t exist in this scenario, there is little doubt that this rule works similar to Pathfinder Magus, which says, "You can acquire magical spells, including 4th level spells as an Eldritch Knight/Wiz." However, due to the distinct differences of class, some minor confusion persists.

Conclusion

Additional Notes from Pathfinder

As per D20PFSRD,
"The spells learned must be on the Magus’ spell list." Specific Important Note: All magus spells are spell levels, no matter from what level you learned, not just limited to the spell itself (as mentioned in my understanding of a Magus being able to learn other’s spells) and when learned.

According to Qa, there is debate as to what extent a Magus can learn spells based on the magic scroll used and how these spells connect in their mind. Further clarifications need to establish and verify any additional guidance required for spell learning specific.