Forbiddance Sanctuary

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Forbiddance Sanctuary

Abjuration (Ritual)

• Level: 1st
• Casting Time: 30 minutes (Ritual)
• Range: Self (10-foot radius)
• Components V, S, M (Something personal from each participant, a pound of salt, and a scrap of cloth or wood from the place being protected)
• Duration 8 hours (Sunset to sunrise recommended)
• Classes Cleric, Paladin, Ranger (optional), Sorcerer (optional)

Effect

By invoking the ritual of Forbiddance Sanctuary, a group of individuals creates a protective area that repels vampires. This spell only functions within a small, enclosed space with sealed entries (like a shack, room, or hidden alley). The spell calls on the collective belief in safety and home, manifesting a temporary ward that keeps vampires and similar creatures at bay.

Side/Secondary Effects

Mechanics

• Vampire Repulsion Vampires and other undead creatures must make a Charisma saving throw (DC = 8 + proficiency + highest caster's spellcasting modifier) to enter the protected area. On a failed save, they are unable to pass through sealed entries, similar to the effects of *Forbiddance*. Vampires also have disadvantage on this saving throw.
• Limited to Enclosure The area of effect is limited to a 10-foot radius from the center of the casting, and only spaces with fully sealed entries can be warded. If any door or window is opened during the spell's duration, the protective ward is immediately broken.
• Low Material Cost The material components consist of a personal item from each participant, a pinch of salt, and a scrap of cloth or wood from the place being protected. These are consumed during the ritual. The cost is kept minimal (below 1 gp total) to ensure accessibility for the street rats.
• Duration The protection lasts for up to 8 hours or until sunrise. This duration is especially effective from sundown to sunrise, during vampire hunting hours.

Material Components

Something personal from each participant, a pinch of salt, and a scrap of cloth or wood from the place being protected

Related School

Abjuration

Effect Duration

8 hour

Effect Casting Time

30 min (Ritual)

Range

30 ft radius

Level

1st

Applied Restriction

Limitations

• Vampire-Only Focus The spell specifically targets vampires and similar undead creatures. It doesn't protect against other types of threats (e.g., humans, fiends, or natural beasts). This keeps the spell narrow in its function.
• Small Area The spell only covers a limited area (10-foot radius), typically enough for a single room or small enclosed space, requiring the street rats to huddle close together for protection.
• Long Casting Time The casting time of 30 minutes reinforces the need to set up and prepare the area in advance, preventing it from being used in quick or spontaneous scenarios.
• Low Cost Materials The materials are accessible to street rats and children, ensuring they can continue using the spell despite their limited resources. This compensates for the spell's narrow function and limited area.