Shadow of Moil

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Support

Shadow of Moil is a Support spell. Support spells strengthen, protect, or buff allies.

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 spell that cloaks you in shadow, dims nearby light, resists radiant harm, and
lashes back at attackers

Shadow of Moil is a Retaliation spell. Retaliation spells hurt or negatively impact attackers.

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 with necrotic force.

2014 Rules
Level & School
4th-level necromancy
Casting Time
Action
Range
Self
Components
V, S, M (an undead eyeball encased in a gem worth at least 150 gp)
Duration
Concentration, 1 minute
Classes
Warlock
Source
Xanathar's Guide to Everything

Flame-like shadows wreathe your body until the spell ends, causing you to become heavily obscured to others. The shadows turn dim light within 10 feet of you into darkness, and bright light in the same area to dim light.

Until the spell ends, you have resistance to radiant damage. In addition, whenever a creature within 10 feet of you hits you with an attack, the shadows lash out at that creature, dealing it 2d8 necrotic damage.

Shadow of Moil 5.5e 2024 vs. 5e 2014 edition differences

Shadow of Moil is currently only available in the 2014 edition.

Shadow of Moil popularity

How popular is Shadow of Moil? It is a seldom seen spell in the game, but is chosen above nearly all other options when available. This spell is a rare gem that spellcasters seek out.

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