Spell

Rays Of The Black Sun

Created by BilboFett23

This sinister incantation summons a celestial body of pure shadow that eclipses all natural light within its radius, plunging the affected area into absolute darkness that cannot be penetrated by normal or magical illumination. The caster must speak the words of despair while holding aloft a piece of obsidian or a vial of liquid midnight, both of which are consumed in the casting. As the spell takes hold, the sky darkens as though a second sun—one devoid of warmth and radiance—rises to blot out hope itself. All creatures within the spell's area suffer disadvantage on attack rolls and Wisdom checks, as the oppressive shadow saps their confidence and conviction. The darkness persists for a number of rounds equal to the caster's spellcasting modifier, creating a zone where morale crumbles and despair takes root. Only powerful dispelling magic or a successful saving throw by those of unwavering will can resist the spell's demoralizing influence. This spell serves as a grim reminder that even the promise of a new dawn can be twisted into an instrument of dread.