Spell
Shadow Monarch
Created by KaiKusanagi1000This enigmatic artifact grants its wielder dominion over the remnants of defeated enemies. By speaking the activation word "Arise," you may attempt to bind the shadow of a recently fallen foe, transforming it into an obedient shadow soldier that serves at your command. The extracted shadow retains a fraction of its former master's combat prowess and can be summoned to fight alongside you in battle. You possess three attempts to successfully capture a shadow before the opportunity is lost forever, after which the fallen enemy's essence dissipates beyond recovery. Bound shadows are stored safely within an extradimensional pocket, accessible only to you, allowing you to amass a personal army of spectral servants without burden. These shadow soldiers are incorporeal yet formidable, capable of striking fear into enemies and turning the tide of conflict. The power to command such dark forces comes with a heavy price, however, as prolonged use of this artifact may gradually corrupt the wielder's moral compass.
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This view-only profile includes a creator-written description; 7 labeled detail fields; 2 structured sections; 1 artwork image supplied by the creator.
- Creation type
- Spell
- Shared by
- KaiKusanagi1000
- Connected worlds
- 1
- Detail fields
- 7
- Profile sections
- 2
- Artwork images
- 1
Details
- School
- Necromancy
- Level
- 3
- Duration
- Instantaneous
- Range
- 30 feet
- Area of effect
- None
- Ritual
- No
- Concentration
- No
Components
Verbal
Arise
Somatic
None
Material
None
Effects
Effects
You may attempt to extract the shadow of a recently fallen foe within 30 feet. You have three attempts to successfully bind the shadow, transforming it into a shadow soldier that retains a fraction of its former master's combat prowess. Each shadow soldier can be summoned to fight alongside you in battle. If you fail to extract the shadow within three attempts, the essence dissipates beyond recovery.
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