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Bloody Hands

1st-level · Necromancy Concentration

Source Deep Magic for 5th Edition

Casting Time
Action
Range
30 feet
Duration
1 Minute
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Saving Throw
Constitution
Target
1 creature
Description

You cause the hands (or other appropriate body parts, such as claws or tentacles) of a creature within range to bleed profusely. The target must succeed on a Constitution saving throw or take 1 necrotic damage each round and suffer disadvantage on all melee and ranged attack rolls that require the use of its hands for the spell’s duration.

Casting any spell that has somatic or material components while under the influence of this spell requires a DC 10 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, the spell is not cast but it is not lost; the casting can be attempted again in the next round.

About Bloody Hands

Bloody Hands is a Level 1 level spell from the school of Necromancy.

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

Casting Tips

2 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.
  • Concentration: Requires concentration. Maintain focus to sustain the spell's effect.

School of Magic: Necromancy

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

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