Explosive Runw: A Surprisingly Versatile Spell in 5e

In the 5th edition of Dungeons and Dragons, there is a spell called Explosive Runes. This spell is a 3rd-level spell that belongs to the category of "abjuration". It can be cast by sorcerers, warlocks, and wizards, provided they have it prepared or it is in their spell list. The basic premise of the Explosive Runes spell is that it creates magical runes on a surface, such as a book or a piece of parchment. These runes are invisible to the naked eye, but they can be detected with spells or abilities that reveal magic. When a creature reads the runes, either intentionally or unintentionally, they trigger an explosion that deals damage to themselves and those around them.

When a creature reads the runes, either intentionally or unintentionally, they trigger an explosion that deals damage to themselves and those around them. The spell specifically states that it detonates when "read" in any way, so even attempting to decipher the runes or using magic to scan them will set off the explosive effect. The damage caused by the explosion is determined by the level at which the spell was cast.

Thread: Explosive Runes on a weapon?

I was thinking about making a version that could be cast on a weapon that triggered on impact instead of being read. Or just make it an enchantment. May have to scale down the damage though and change it so it wouldn't harm the wielder as well.

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At 3rd level, it deals 5d8 force damage to the reader and half that amount (2d8) to creatures within a 20-foot radius. Higher levels of this spell increase the damage dealt. It is worth noting that the runes created by this spell can be dispelled by using a spell such as Dispel Magic. However, the spell does mention that dispelling it triggers the explosion as if the runes were read, so it should be done with caution. Overall, Explosive Runes is a powerful offensive spell that can catch enemies off guard. It can be used creatively to set up traps or ambushes, especially if combined with illusions or disguises to make the runes appear innocuous. However, it also requires careful planning and execution to avoid accidentally setting off the explosion or harming allies..

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