Voltaic Arc

Voltaic Arc
Level2nd Level Casting Time1 action to 2 actions Range10m-30m
AoESingle (Then, Multi 1-2×) DurationInstantaneous
SchoolStorm ComponentsV, S
ClassesBlack Mage, Geomancer, Red Mage

You gradually channel the power of lightning in your fingertips, before releasing a blast of lightning that can arc to enemies.

Target a creature or object you can see within range. Then, target up to 1 other creature or object within 8m of the first target. Each target must make a

Basic
Dexterity saving throw, taking 3d6 Lightning damage.

The number of actions you spend when casting this spell determines the area and bonus damage:

1 action. The range is 10m.
1 action, 1 bonus action, and your movement. The range is 20m. You deal an extra 1d6 Lightning damage.
2 actions. The range is 30m. You deal an extra 3d6 Lightning damage. You can target 1 other creature or object within 8m of the second target, and enter a Charged state for 1 minute. While in this state, when you hit with a spell attack, you deal an extra 1d4 Lightning damage.


At Higher Levels. The Lightning damage increases by 1d6 for each spell level increase. If you used 2 actions, it instead increases by 2d6, and the damage from your Charged state increases by 1d4.

Unlimited POWER!