Moonbeam

• Casting Time: 1 action
• Classes: Druid
• Components: V S M
• Concentration: Yes
• Damage: 2d10
• Damage Type: Radiant
• Duration: Up to 1 minute
• Higher Spell Slot Dice: 1
• Higher Spell Slot Die: d10
• Level: 2
• Material: Several seeds of any moonseed plant and a piece of opalescent feldspar
• Name: Moonbeam
• Range: 120 feet
• School: Evocation
• Target: A 5-foot-radius, 40-foot-high cylinder centered on a point within range

A silvery beam of pale light shines down in a 5-foot radius, 40-foot-high cylinder centered on a point within range. Until the spell ends, dim light fills the cylinder.

When a creature enters the spell's area for the first time on a turn or starts its turn there, it is engulfed in ghostly flames that cause searing pain, and it must make a Constitution saving throw. It takes 2d10 radiant damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

A shapechanger makes its saving throw with disadvantage. If it fails, it also instantly reverts to its original form and can't assume a different form until it leaves the spell's light.

On each of your turns after you cast this spell, you can use an action to move the beam 60 feet in any direction.

At Higher Levels: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, the damage increases by 1d10 for each slot level above 2nd.

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The SendingStone review

Moonbeam is a spell that allows Druids to call down radiant light upon their enemies, dealing 2d10 damage and potentially forcing them to move out of the area of effect. While it may seem like a simple spell, its versatility and utility make it a valuable addition to any Druid's arsenal.

Some may argue that the casting time and concentration requirement make Moonbeam less viable in combat situations, but its ability to continue dealing damage over a minute can be a game-changer. Additionally, the fact that it affects a specific area rather than a single target means it can be used to control the battlefield and limit the movement of enemies.

Ultimately, Moonbeam is a powerful spell that can be used creatively both in and out of combat. Its ability to deal damage and control the battlefield makes it a valuable tool for any Druid looking to protect their allies and defeat their foes.

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

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