Echoing Blast

Echoing Blast

3rd-level evocation
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 150 feet
Components: V, S, M (a small copper or brass bell and a piece of quartz worth at least 10 gp, both of which are consumed by the spellcasting)
Duration: Instantaneous


Echoing Blast is a spell that captures the raw power of sound, transforming it into a formidable weapon. This spell is not merely a loud noise; it is a symphony of destruction, a controlled cacophony that resonates with the primal forces of vibration and energy.


Upon casting, the caster rings the small bell, its chime seemingly innocent and benign. But as the spell takes hold, the sound begins to warp and amplify, fueled by the caster's arcane power. The air vibrates with the building crescendo, a hum that grows into an overwhelming roar.


The caster directs this burgeoning sonic force towards a point within range, where it culminates in a thunderous explosion. The sound is not just heard but felt, a physical force that reverberates through the very bones of those caught in its wake. The ground shakes, and the air shimmers with the intensity of the blast, as if reality itself is trembling.


On a failed save: Creatures within a 10-foot radius of the point are engulfed by the sonic boom. They take 4d8 thunder damage, the sound waves battering their bodies and overwhelming their senses. The force of the blast is so potent that it leaves them deafened for 1 minute, their ears ringing with the echoes of the spell's fury. This sensory deprivation adds a disorienting and terrifying aspect to the damage inflicted, rendering the victims vulnerable and confused.


On a successful save: A creature manages to brace itself against the worst of the blast. They take half as much damage and avoid the deafening effect, but the experience leaves them rattled, their heart pounding in response to the spell's fearsome display of power.


The sound of Echoing Blast can be heard up to 300 feet away, a testament to its strength and the mastery of sound required to wield it. This auditory signature can serve as a warning or a herald of the caster's presence, depending on their intentions.


Echoing Blast is more than a spell; it's a demonstration of the destructive and disorienting power of sound. It is a favored tool of those who understand the value of shock and awe in battle, a spell that combines raw force with the subtle, psychological impact of sensory overload.


Classes: Wizard, Sorcerer, Bard
Source: Custom Creation


This description of Echoing Blast emphasizes the spell's dramatic and impactful nature, blending the physical force of sound with its psychological effects. The narrative intertwines the spell's mechanics with its thematic elements, painting a vivid picture of its use as a powerful and multifaceted weapon in the arcane arsenal.