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Anchoring Rope

1st-level · Evocation

Source Deep Magic for 5th Edition

Casting Time
Action
Range
30 feet
Duration
5 Minutes
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Target
1 point
Description

You create a spectral lanyard. One end is tied around your waist, and the other end is magically anchored in the air at a point you select within range. You can choose to make the rope from 5 to 30 feet long, and it can support up to 800 pounds. The point where the end of the rope is anchored in midair can’t be moved after the spell is cast. If this spell is cast as a reaction while you are falling, you stop at a point of your choosing in midair and take no falling damage. You can dismiss the rope as a bonus action.

At Higher Levels

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, you can create one additional rope for every two slot levels above 1st. Each rope must be attached to a different creature.

Slot Level Progression
Base
1st
1 target
Slot
2nd
1 target
Slot
3rd
2 targets
Slot
4th
2 targets
Slot
5th
3 targets
Slot
6th
3 targets
Slot
7th
4 targets
Slot
8th
4 targets
Slot
9th
5 targets

About Anchoring Rope

Anchoring Rope is a Level 1 level spell from the school of Evocation.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of 30.0 ft (9.1 m) . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Spell Details

Complete details

Complete details about this spell:

  • At Higher Levels: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, you can create one additional rope for every two slot levels above 1st.

Casting Tips

1 tips

Consider these tips when casting this spell:

  • Tactical Use: Ideal for low-level encounters and utility situations. Consider environmental interactions for creative problem-solving.

School of Magic: Evocation

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Evocation spells manipulate magical energy to produce destructive or constructive effects.

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