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Shadow Hands

1st-level · Evocation

Source Deep Magic for 5th Edition

Casting Time
Action
Range
Self
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Damage
2d4 Necrotic
Saving Throw
Wisdom
Target
1 creature
Area
10-ft. cone
Description

A freezing blast of shadow explodes out from you in a 10-foot cone. Any creature caught in the shadow takes 2d4 necrotic damage and is frightened; a successful Wisdom saving throw halves the damage and negates the frightened condition.

At Higher Levels

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the damage dealt by the attack increases by 2d4 for each slot level above 1st.

About Shadow Hands

Shadow Hands is a Level 1 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 2nd level or higher, the damage dealt by the attack increases by 2d4 for each slot level 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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