Player's Handbook

Earthquake

A 7th-level priest spell.

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At a glance

Level7
SchoolAlteration
SpheresElemental, Elemental Earth
Range120 yds.
ComponentsV / S / M
Duration1 rd.
Casting time1 turn
Area of effect5-ft. diameter/level
Saving throwNone
ReversibleNo
SourcePHB

Description

Shakes the earth violently in a large radius (scaling with caster ) at a point within range for 1 ; the quake collapses structures, opens fissures (creatures may fall in/be buried, vs. spell), and knocks creatures prone. Devastating to buildings and large areas. Casting takes 1 . : a pinch of dirt, a bit of clay, and a small wooden fork, plus the holy symbol.

Flavour

The ground heaves and splits at the priest's invocation, toppling structures and swallowing those caught above.