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 that possibly  Ensnare 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: 1~6

Normal weapon damage

+ 1d6⁠Piercing (Per turn)

Details

 Melee weapon attack roll

 STR Save (Spell save DC)

 Melee: 1.5 m / 5 ft

 Concentration

At higher levels

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

Condition: Ensnared

 Ensnared

Duration: 10 turns

• 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 items:

•  Thorn Blade ( Recharge: Long rest)

This spell is a variation of:
 Ensnaring Strike

Notes

• This spell pairs well with the Ranger's Favoured Enemy passive  Bounty Hunter.

Visuals

External links

• ⁠Ensnaring strike on the Forgotten Realms Wiki