This can be recreated by checking the number of turning attempts you have left, then trying to turn something that's not there. For example...
Similarly, trying to cast a spell on someone that isn't around will cause it to say "They aren't here." However, it will not use up the spell or components at all.>abilities
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turn undead 2/7
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>turn batman
They aren't here.
>abilities
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turn undead 1/7
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