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Circle of Death

6th-level · Necromancy

Source 5e 2024 Rules

Casting Time
Action
Range
150 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S, M
Material Component

the powder of a crushed black pearl worth 500+ GP

Consumed on use
Source Information
Combat Reference
Damage
8d8 Necrotic
Saving Throw
Constitution
Target
1 creature
Area
60-ft. sphere
Description

Negative energy ripples out in a 60-foot-radius Sphere from a point you choose within range. Each creature in that area makes a Constitution saving throw, taking 8d8 Necrotic damage on a failed save or half as much damage on a successful one.

At Higher Levels

The damage increases by 2d8 for each spell slot level above 6.

Slot Level Progression
Base
6th
8d8
Necrotic
1 target
Slot
7th
10d8
Necrotic
1 target
Slot
8th
12d8
Necrotic
1 target
Slot
9th
14d8
Necrotic
1 target

About Circle of Death

Circle of Death is a Level 6 level spell from the school of Necromancy.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of 150.0 ft (45.7 m) . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Spell Details

Complete details

Complete details about this spell:

  • At Higher Levels: The damage increases by 2d8 for each spell slot level above 6.

Casting Tips

1 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.

School of Magic: Necromancy

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

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