Aegis of the Wild Guardian

Aegis of the Wild Guardian

6th-level abjuration
Casting Time: 1 reaction, which you take when you or a creature within 30 feet of you is targeted by an attack or a harmful effect
Range: 30 feet
Components: V, S, M (a leaf from an ancient tree and a drop of water from a natural spring)
Duration: 1d4+1 rounds

This spell calls upon the protective forces of nature, forming a shield around you or an ally within range. When you cast this spell in response to an attack or a harmful effect:

Nature's Shield: The target gains a +5 bonus to AC and advantage on saving throws against the triggering attack or effect.

Elemental Absorption: If the target is hit by an attack or harmful effect that deals fire, cold, lightning, or thunder damage, they absorb some of the energy. The target takes half damage from the attack, and their next attack or spell deals an additional 1d10 damage of the absorbed type.

Nature's Rebuke: If the attack or effect is from a creature within 30 feet, that creature must make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, vines and roots erupt from the ground, restraining the creature until the end of its next turn after this spell ends.

Druidic Empowerment: If the target of the spell is a beast or plant, it gains temporary hit points equal to your druid level, and its attacks deal an extra 1d6 damage of a type determined by the DM (reflecting natural elements like thorns or poison) until the end of its next turn after this spell ends.

At Higher Levels: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 7th level or higher, the duration increases by +1 rounds, as well as the radius of effect increases by 10 feet, and the extra damage from Nature's Rebuke increases by 1d6 for each slot level above 6th.

Classes: Druid
Source: Custom Creation

Aegis of the Wild Guardian provides Druids with a powerful defensive tool, embodying the resilience and adaptability of nature. This spell not only shields against attacks but also harnesses elemental forces for counterattacks, making it a versatile choice in various combat scenarios. The inclusion of benefits for beasts and plants aligns with the Druid's connection to natural allies, enhancing their role as guardians of the wild.