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Holy Ground

5th-level · Evocation Concentration

Source Deep Magic for 5th Edition

Casting Time
Action
Range
Self
Duration
10 Minutes
Components
V, S, M
Material Component

a vial of holy water that is consumed in the casting

Source Information
Combat Reference
Target
1 creature
Description

You invoke divine powers to bless the ground within 60 feet of you. Creatures slain in the affected area cannot be raised as undead by magic or by the abilities of monsters, even if the corpse is later removed from the area. Any spell of 4th level or lower that would summon or animate undead within the area fails automatically. Such spells cast with spell slots of 5th level or higher function normally.

At Higher Levels

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 6th level or higher, the level of spells that are prevented from functioning increases by 1 for each slot level above 5th.

About Holy Ground

Holy Ground is a Level 5 level spell from the school of Evocation.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of Self . 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 6th level or higher, the level of spells that are prevented from functioning increases by 1 for each slot level above 5th.

Casting Tips

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

School of Magic: Evocation

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