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Holy Word
Range self
Duration see below
Area of Effect 30 ft. radius
Casting Time 2 rounds
Saving Throw negates; see below
Level cleric (7th)

The cleric speaks a word of great power, which will affect all creatures malevolent to the cleric who are within 30 feet.

The effect of the spell is as follows:

  • Creatures of less than 4 hit dice will be killed. Those who make save are stunned unconscious and will remain so until awakened or 4 hours have passed.
  • Creatures of 4 to 7 hit dice will be paralyzed for 5-30 rounds; those who make save will be insensible for 2-8 rounds.
  • Creatures of 8 to 11 hit dice will be groggy for 2-8 rounds, during which time they will be able to move half their movement rate and attack at –4 ‘to hit.’ Those making save will be stunned for 2 rounds.
  • Creatures of 12 hit dice or more will be deafened for 1-4 rounds, during which time they will move at ¾ their normal movement rate and attack at –2 ‘to hit.’ Those making save will be free to take action.