Gust of Wind (spell)

Gust of Wind is a spell that calls forth a sudden, forceful blast of air, originating from the caster and surging outward in the direction faced. The effect is immediate, creating a strong, rushing current that disrupts the environment and hinders movement. Though short-lived, the spell's strength is sufficient to extinguish all flames smaller than a roaring bonfire, including torches, candles, lanterns and open cooking fires. Sparks and embers are scattered, while flames flicker violently before being snuffed out entirely. Once discharged, the gust immediately dissipates, leaving behind no lingering effect.

Gust of Wind

Range	self
Duration	1 round
Area of Effect	120 degree arc, 10 ft. per level
Casting Time	2 rounds
Saving Throw	none
Level	mage (3rd)

The wind's force affects creatures and objects according to their weight and stability. Flying creatures are immediately forced back, unable to advance against the current. Depending on their size and speed, they may be thrown anywhere from 10 to 60 feet off course, struggling against the sudden push of air. Creatures or objects weighing less than 50 pounds are thrown 10 feet back, while those between 51 and 100 pounds are forced back 5 feet. Heavier creatures, while not moved by the wind, find themselves momentarily unable to advance, their movement halted for a full round as they brace against the spell's force.

The gust carries dust, loose debris and lightweight objects caught within its path, momentarily obscuring visibility as particles whip through the air. Though brief, this disruption can startle animals, rattle unsecured doors or shutters, and scatter papers or lightweight items that are not held fast. In enclosed spaces, the wind may rebound off walls and surfaces, creating a brief, swirling turbulence before dissipating. The spell does not deal direct damage but is a potent tool for breaking formations, clearing obstacles and disrupting both creatures and flames alike.

See also,

Cloudkill (spell)
Control Weather (spell)
Control Winds (spell)
Dust Devil (spell)
Fog Cloud (spell)
Levitation (spell)
Murk (spell)
Wall of Fog (spell)
Zephyr (spell)