The Slithering Snake

"The Slithering Snake"
Creates a fast moving undulating glowing phantasm of a large snake (usually black with a colored aura). It slowly twists and turns and writhes towards the person emanating the most fear and dread. The caster can direct it towards a particular person if more than one fearful person is in range. The "snake" gains more power and strength and potential damage the longer that the fear exists.

Effect

The "snake" travels to the target, restraining and constricting the individual, draining strength and health per round per level.

Side/Secondary Effects

Prolonged exposure to the attack can result in loss of hp, Str, and Con, leaving behind broken bones and damaged organs.

Manifestation

The spell manifests as a glowing black worm with a colored aura, usually green or orange. The size of the "worm" is equivalent to 2 feet per caster level.

Discovery

Unknown.

Material Components

A snake's tongue or tale.

Gestures & Ritual

Pronouncing the words, preforming the gestures, and swallowing the snake's tongue or tale.

Related School

Necromancy, Illusion

Effect Duration

1 round + 1 round per caster level over 3.

Effect Casting Time

1 round.

Range

5 feet per caster level.

Level

3rd level spell.

Applied Restriction

Caster must maintain concentration and maintain sight of the "snake". Caster must also maintain sight of the intended target if a specific target is desired, otherwise the "snake" heads towards the source of the most fear.