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Finger of Death

7th-level · Necromancy

Source Adventurer's Guide

Casting Time
Action
Range
60 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Target
1 creature
Description

Negative energy wracks the target and deals 7d8 + 30 necrotic damage. A humanoid killed by this spell turns into a zombie at the start of your next turn. It is permanently under your control and follows your spoken commands.

At Higher Levels

The damage increases by 2d8 for each slot level above 7th.

About Finger of Death

Finger of Death is a Level 7 level spell from the school of Necromancy.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of 60.0 ft (18.3 m) . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Spell Details

Complete details

Complete details about this spell:

  • At Higher Levels: The damage increases by 2d8 for each slot level above 7th.

Casting Tips

1 tips

Consider these tips when casting this spell:

  • Tactical Use: High-level spell with game-changing potential. Reserve for climactic moments or major plot points.

School of Magic: Necromancy

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Necromancy spells manipulate life force, death, and the undead.

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