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| − | '''Snap''' produces the | + | [[File:Snap (cantrip) b.jpg|right|525px|thumb]] |
| + | '''Snap''' is a cantrip that produces a startling, sharp sound that affects up to three designated creatures within 30 ft. of the caster. Provided these creatures have an [[Intelligence (ability stat)|intelligence]] of 1 or greater, their full attention is seized instantly and held just long enough to spoil their attacks that round. Each is entitled to a [[Saving Throws|saving throw]]. | ||
{{Spelltable | {{Spelltable | ||
| name = Snap | | name = Snap | ||
| range = 30 ft. | | range = 30 ft. | ||
| − | | duration = | + | | duration = 1 round |
| − | | area of effect = | + | | area of effect = 3 creatures; see text |
| 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 cantrip cannot affect more than the number of [[Hit Dice|hit dice]] or [[Experience Level|levels]] than the caster possesses. Therefore, a 5th level caster couldn't affect a 6 hit dice monster, nor even three levelled persons — remembering that a 1st levelled character counts as having "two" hit dice, one for their level and one for their [[Hit Points per Die|body mass]]. This limitation takes into account that the dweomer is only a cantrip, and therefore shouldn't be viewed as especially powerful. | |
| − | + | Nonetheless it's effective as a combat disruption in battles with many opponents, and especially as a means of interrupting [[Spellcasting|spellcasting]] and spoiling a spell. Despite its limitations, Snap's utility lies in its ability to momentarily disrupt, distract and redirect attention, offering strategic advantages in various scenarios. | |
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See [[Haunting Sound Cantrips]] | See [[Haunting Sound Cantrips]] | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category: Cantrips]][[Category: Reviewed]] |
Latest revision as of 05:50, 27 November 2023
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Snap is a cantrip that produces a startling, sharp sound that affects up to three designated creatures within 30 ft. of the caster. Provided these creatures have an intelligence of 1 or greater, their full attention is seized instantly and held just long enough to spoil their attacks that round. Each is entitled to a saving throw.
| Range | 30 ft. |
| Duration | 1 round |
| Area of Effect | 3 creatures; see text |
| Casting Time | 2 action points |
| Saving Throw | negates |
| Level | cantrip |
The cantrip cannot affect more than the number of hit dice or levels than the caster possesses. Therefore, a 5th level caster couldn't affect a 6 hit dice monster, nor even three levelled persons — remembering that a 1st levelled character counts as having "two" hit dice, one for their level and one for their body mass. This limitation takes into account that the dweomer is only a cantrip, and therefore shouldn't be viewed as especially powerful.
Nonetheless it's effective as a combat disruption in battles with many opponents, and especially as a means of interrupting spellcasting and spoiling a spell. Despite its limitations, Snap's utility lies in its ability to momentarily disrupt, distract and redirect attention, offering strategic advantages in various scenarios.
