Venom
Description
This vicious spell endangers the life of the target, such that they are quickly overpowered by critical wounds.
It is worth noting that this spell creates a magical poison, or a malaise of the spirit; it attacks the life force directly. As such, it is equally effective on humans, orcs and even more exotic creatures - shambling husks, animate plants and arcane constructs are all equally vulnerable to its effects. Indeed, some creatures such as Vallornspawn husks are especially vulnerable to this searing magical poison - it is sufficient to mortally wound such creatures by it's very nature.
It is particularly dangerous in that it does not go away naturally; it can be removed with herbs by a skilled physick, or purged by a magician using the purify spell or a ritual such as Ascetic Star of Atun. Otherwise, it lingers indefinitely.
Casting
- Type: Offensive spell
- Cost: 1 Personal mana
Effects
You may call VENOM against the target struck by your implement.
Sample Spellcasting Vocals
- TBC
Common Elements
- Rune Magic: TBC
- Astronomancy: TBC
- Dramaturgy: Poisonous creatures such as spiders, scorpions,snakes, or hydra are often evoked with this spell.
- Other traditions: This spell is closely tied to the lore of Spring, although some magicians prefer to think of it as a Winter spell - they say it is clearly a minor curse that impairs the victim's will to live.