Ensnaring Strike (Melee)

For the ranged version of this spell, see  Ensnaring Strike (Ranged).

Ensnaring Strike (Melee) is a level 1 conjuration spell. This spell allows spellcasters to use melee weapon attacks to ensnare enemies with thorny vines and deal Piercing damage to them each turn..

Description

Your attack summons thorny vines, dealing Weapon Damage and possibly  Ensnaring your target.

Ensnared creatures cannot move and take 1d6Piercing damage at the start of each turn. An ally can use their Help Action to try and tear away the vines.

Properties

Cost

Action

Cost on hit

Bonus action + Level 1 Spell Slot

Damage

Normal weapon damage

Details

Attack roll

STR Save

 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft

Concentration

At higher levels

Upcast:  Ensnared condition deals an extra 1d6Piercing damage per level.

Condition: Ensnared

 Ensnared

Duration: 10 turns

Spell save DC  Strength saving throw

• Cannot move and takes 1d6Piercing damage per turn.
• Attack rolls against the creature have Advantage, while the creature's Attack Rolls and Dexterity Saving throws have Disadvantage.

How to learn

Granted by the following items:

• Thorn Blade ( Recharge: Long rest)

This spell is a variation of:
 Ensnaring Strike

External Links

• Ensnaring strike on the Forgotten Realms Wiki