Abi-Dalzim’s Horrid Wilting
(Alteration, Necromancy, Water)
Level: 8
Range: 20 yds/level
Components: S, M, V
Casting Time: 8
Duration: Instantaneous
Area or Effect: 30-foot cube
Saving Throw: 1/2
This spell evaporates moisture from the bodies of every living creature within the area of effect, inflicting 1d8 points of damage per level of the caster, to a maximum of 16d8. Affected creatures are allowed a saving throw [[vs Spell]] for half damage. This spell is especially devastating to water elementals and plant creatures, who receive a penalty of —2 to their saving throws.
The material component is a bit of sponge.
Notes: Uncommon or rare (ToM).