I think the only reason they make useless status spells available is so that you don't feel as pathetic when you use your mediocre spells.

Once you get far enough in the game, nobody uses mediocre spells anymore. Like Pokemon! Why use ember when you can use FIRE WHEEL? WHY USE FIRE WHEEL WHEN YOU CAN USE FIRE BLAST?

- turns off the lights -

Found *Darkness*!

Found a *Pot of Recovery!*

!You snort pot!