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Sonic Words

Source Ultimate Magic pg. 182
Sonic words utilize sound to deafen and damage those that hear them.

Discordant Note (Sonic)


School evocation [sonic]; Level bard 2, cleric 2, magus 2
Duration instantaneous
Saving Throw Fortitude half and partial; Spell Resistance yes

This effect word deals 1d4 points of sonic damage per caster level (maximum 5d4) and causes the targets to become staggered for 1 round. A successful Fortitude save halves the damage and negates the staggered condition.

Sound Blast (Sonic)


School evocation [sonic]; Level bard 4, magus 4, sorcerer/ wizard 4
Duration instantaneous
Saving Throw Reflex half; Spell Resistance yes

This effect word deals 1d6 points of sonic damage per caster level (maximum 10d6).

Destructive Vibration (Sonic)


School evocation [sonic]; Level bard 6, sorcerer/wizard 7
Duration instantaneous, 1 round/level, see text
Saving Throw Fortitude half and negates; Spell Resistance yes
Target Restrictions line

This effect word deals 1d6 points of sonic damage per caster level (maximum 15d6) and causes the targets to become deafened for 1 round per level. A successful Fortitude save halves the damage and negates the deafened condition.