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+ | '''Footfall''' is a cantrip that replicates the sound of footsteps, either retreating, approaching, moving in a circle and so on as the caster wishes. Listeners can distinctly perceive the footsteps, as the dweomer provides a convincing simulation. | ||
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{{Spelltable | {{Spelltable | ||
| name = Footfall | | name = Footfall | ||
| range = 30 ft. | | range = 30 ft. | ||
− | | duration = 1 round | + | | duration = 1 [[Combat Round|round]] |
| area of effect = 30 ft. circle, up to 2 creatures | | area of effect = 30 ft. circle, up to 2 creatures | ||
| casting time = 2 [[Action Points|action points]] | | casting time = 2 [[Action Points|action points]] | ||
| save = negates | | save = negates | ||
− | | level = cantrip | + | | level = [[Cantrip|cantrip]] |
}} | }} | ||
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− | The effect | + | The effect causes the nearest two listeners to make a [[Saving Throws|saving throw against magic]]. Each of these two who fail are compelled to investigate the sound. Once a listener reaches the approximate location of the sound, its truth is made evident and the cantrip's effect is broken. |
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+ | The cantrip offers a clever caster numerous opportunities to employ the cantrip as a form of distraction against searchers or as a means to encourage ambushers to show themselves. Producing the sound repeatedly over a series of nights could serve as a means to undermine the resolve of a guard or property owner. The cantrip could also be used to enhance theatrical performances. | ||
See [[Haunting Sound Cantrips]] | See [[Haunting Sound Cantrips]] | ||
− | [[Category: | + | [[Category: Cantrips]][[Category: Reviewed]] |
Revision as of 23:03, 26 October 2023
Footfall is a cantrip that replicates the sound of footsteps, either retreating, approaching, moving in a circle and so on as the caster wishes. Listeners can distinctly perceive the footsteps, as the dweomer provides a convincing simulation.
Range | 30 ft. |
Duration | 1 round |
Area of Effect | 30 ft. circle, up to 2 creatures |
Casting Time | 2 action points |
Saving Throw | negates |
Level | cantrip |
The effect causes the nearest two listeners to make a saving throw against magic. Each of these two who fail are compelled to investigate the sound. Once a listener reaches the approximate location of the sound, its truth is made evident and the cantrip's effect is broken.
The cantrip offers a clever caster numerous opportunities to employ the cantrip as a form of distraction against searchers or as a means to encourage ambushers to show themselves. Producing the sound repeatedly over a series of nights could serve as a means to undermine the resolve of a guard or property owner. The cantrip could also be used to enhance theatrical performances.