Detect Snares & Pits (spell)

Detect Snares & Pits

Range	self
Duration	4 rounds per level
Area of Effect	10 ft. wide, 40 ft. path
Casting Time	1 round
Saving Throw	none
Level	druid (1st)

Detect Snares & Pits reveals the location of traps intended to snag and capture creatures, most commonly used in wilderness settings. The spell reveals both fabricated traps and naturally occuring phenomena such as deadfalls and sink-holes. Additionally, the amount of danger, and of what type, is also learned; for the player's benefit, the potential amount of damage the trap would cause is also a part of the spell.

The snare or pit must be within the caster's line of sight; thus it would not reveal a pit located behind a closed door. The area to be examined must be visible for the spell to work. Once the spell is discharged, the caster may expend 1 action point in walking slowly, at a stride of 1 — no other action is permitted. Thus there's a potential to see around trees and bushes. The caster is free to "sweep the area" while moving forward or turning in a circle, to see if magic is emanating from any direction; but only one direction can be known for certain per round.

The area of effect is not limited to the caster’s line of sight. Thus, a hidden trap that is physically behind a wall or door will be revealed, along with its general design and purpose.