Gravity Well

Gravity Well

3rd-level transmutation
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 90 feet
Components: V, S, M (a lodestone and a pinch of powdered iron)
Duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute


Gravity Well is a spell that defies the natural laws, creating a vortex of intense gravitational pull. This spell is not just a manipulation of physical forces; it is an arcane embodiment of the cosmic dance of celestial bodies, rendered at the caster's fingertips. It's a testament to the caster's mastery over the fundamental forces that govern the universe.


Upon casting, the air in the target area shimmers and distorts as reality bends under the spell's influence. A sphere of crushing gravity forms, its center a point of unseen, but intensely felt, force. The area becomes a maelstrom of gravitational energy, pulling everything towards it with unyielding strength.


Every creature within a 10-foot radius of the sphere is subject to its immense pull. The gravity well exerts a force that feels as though the very essence of the creature is being drawn inexorably towards the center. The struggle against this force is taxing, requiring immense physical strength to resist.


On a failed save: Creatures caught in the well are yanked towards its center, feeling as if every muscle is weighed down by the heavy hand of gravity itself. They take 4d10 force damage, as their very fibers are stretched and compressed by the gravitational pull. Additionally, they are pulled 10 feet toward the center, making escape a challenging endeavor. This relentless tug at their being can be disorienting and frightening, a reminder of the vast powers at play in the universe.


On a successful save: A creature still feels the tug of the well but manages to anchor itself against the overwhelming force. They take half damage and remain steadfast, resisting the pull towards the center. Their resilience in the face of such cosmic power is a testament to their fortitude.


The gravity well also has an intriguing effect on inanimate objects and projectiles. Anything not secured is drawn inexorably towards the center, creating a hazardous environment of flying debris. Ranged attacks that pass through the sphere are thrown off course, struggling against the distorted trajectories caused by the well's influence.


As the caster maintains concentration, the gravity well persists, a swirling, invisible maelstrom of force. It serves as a powerful tool for controlling the battlefield, disrupting enemy formations, and creating zones of danger that are difficult to traverse.


When the spell ends, the gravitational pull ceases abruptly, leaving a sense of normalcy that feels almost surreal after the intense experience. The Gravity Well is more than just a spell; it's an experience in the raw, unbridled power of the cosmos, harnessed and directed by the will of a skilled practitioner.


Classes: Wizard, Sorcerer
Source: Custom Creation


Gravity Well is depicted as a profound manipulation of the natural forces, a spell that brings the unfathomable power of gravity to the caster's command. The spell's effects are described in a way that emphasizes both its destructive potential and its strategic utility, making it a compelling choice for spellcasters who seek to harness the very essence of the universe.