Flame Strike

• Casting Time: 1 action
• Classes: Cleric
• Components: V S M
• Damage: 4d6
• Damage Type: Fire
• Duration: Instantaneous
• Higher Spell Slot Desc: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 6th level or higher, the fire damage or the radiant damage (your choice) increases by 1d6 for each slot level above 5th.
• Higher Spell Slot Dice: 1
• Higher Spell Slot Die: d6
• Level: 5
• Material: Pinch of sulfur
• Name: Flame Strike
• Range: 60 feet
• Save: Dexterity
• School: Evocation
• Secondary Damage: 4d6
• Secondary Damage Type: Radiant
• Target: 10-foot radius, 40-foot-high cylinder centered on a point within range

A vertical column of divine fire roars down from the heavens in a location you specify. Each creature in a 10-foot radius, 40-foot-high cylinder centered on a point within range must make a Dexterity saving throw. A creature takes 4d6 fire damage and 4d6 radiant damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

At Higher Levels: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 6th level or higher, the fire damage or the radiant damage (your choice) increases by 1d6 for each slot level above 5th.

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The SendingStone review

Flame Strike is a powerful spell available to Clerics that deals a high amount of fire damage in an area of effect. Some argue that it is a must-have spell for any Cleric due to its potency and versatility in combat scenarios. The casting time of only 1 action makes it quick to use in combat, and the instant damage can quickly turn the tide of a battle.

However, others argue that the spell can be situational and may not always be the best choice for a Cleric's spell list. It requires a specific range and can potentially harm allies in the area of effect, making it less useful in crowded or tight spaces. Additionally, enemies with fire resistance or immunity will take less or no damage from the spell.

Overall, Flame Strike can be a powerful tool in a Cleric's arsenal, but its usefulness may depend on the specific circumstances of the battle. It is worth considering for its high damage potential but may not always be the best choice for every situation.

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Flame Strike is D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) 5th edition content, but other TTRPGs may have their own version such as a Flame Strike Pathfinder edition. Want to use Flame Strike in a VTT (virtual tabletop)? Try out SendingStone for free today!

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