Nightmare Labyrinth

Nightmare Labyrinth

3rd-level illusion
Casting Time: 1 action
Range: 60 feet
Components: V, S, M (a fragment of a mirror and a piece of labyrinthine puzzle)
Duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute


Nightmare Labyrinth is an illusion spell that ensnares the target's mind in a maze constructed from their deepest fears and darkest memories. This spell is not a mere creation of illusory images; it is an intricate, psychological construct that delves into the psyche, crafting a personal and terrifying journey through a labyrinth of the mind.


Upon casting, the mirror fragment and labyrinthine puzzle piece in the caster's hands glow with an eerie light, intertwining shadows and reflections. The target, chosen by the caster, suddenly finds their surroundings shifting and warping, as the world around them transforms into a daunting, ever-changing maze.


Mental Entrapment: The target is transported into a mental labyrinth, a place where corridors twist and turn, filled with manifestations of their deepest fears and insecurities. This maze is not just a physical challenge but a journey through the shadows of the mind, each turn revealing more about their innermost self.


Mechanic: The target must make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, they become lost in the labyrinth, their mind trapped in the illusion. While ensnared, the target is incapacitated and unable to perceive their actual surroundings. Each turn, they can attempt a new saving throw to escape the mental maze, each failure representing their struggle against the haunting images and deceptions within.


Revelation of Secrets: The experience within the Nightmare Labyrinth can reveal hidden truths or secrets about the target, as their fears often stem from deeply buried memories or experiences. Upon escaping or when the spell ends, the target may inadvertently reveal a secret or truth to those around them.


At Higher Levels: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 4th level or higher, the difficulty of escaping the labyrinth increases. The DC for the Wisdom saving throw increases by 1 for each slot level above 3rd.


Classes: Warlock, Wizard, Sorcerer
Source: Custom Creation


Nightmare Labyrinth is more than just a spell; it is an odyssey into the human psyche, a magical journey through the corridors of fear and memory. This spell symbolizes the power of the mind to create and confront its demons, offering a profound, albeit harrowing, opportunity for self-discovery and confrontation of one's deepest fears. It is a testament to the caster's ability to weave illusion and reality into a tapestry of psychological exploration, making it a potent tool for manipulation, interrogation, and introspection.