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Curse of Weakness

2nd-level · Necromancy Concentration

Source Spells That Don't Suck

Casting Time
Action
Range
60 ft
Duration
1 Minute
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Saving Throw
Constitution
Target
Creature
Description

Ghastly energy flickers within a 10-foot radius sphere centered on a point you choose within range. When a creature starts its turn in the area or moves into the area during its turn, it must make a Constitution saving throw.

On a failure, a creature is cursed with weakness until the end of its turn. While cursed, it has disadvantage on Strength checks and Strength saving throws, it deals half damage with weapon attacks that use Strength, and its speed is reduced by 10 feet.

At Higher Levels

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, the radius of the sphere increases by 5 feet for each slot level above 2nd.

About Curse of Weakness

Curse of Weakness is a Level 2 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: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, the radius of the sphere increases by 5 feet for each slot level above 2nd.

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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