Post by cometaryorbit on Nov 23, 2020 17:16:41 GMT -6
Thinking about some of the discussion on here about the awkward 'archetype' of the Cleric... I wonder if one wanted to push the class closer to the "Van Helsing" monster hunter (or 'Knight Templar') archetype, it would be a good idea to replace some of the more "Biblical prophet" type spells with things more focused on the 'monster hunter' role?
Perhaps something like...
True Form (Replaces Sticks to Snakes)
4th Level
One shapechanged creature within range (such as a lycanthrope, vampire, or Gold Dragon) immediately returns to its normal form if it fails a Saving Throw vs. Spells. This will work on a vampire that has voluntarily changed form, but not one with zero hit points in gaseous form.
This spell can also dispel a Polymorph effect; if the creature wants to be returned to its true form, no saving throw is necessary.
Range: 6"
Impose Mortality (Replaces Insect Plague)
This spell can affect up to four creatures, each of which must make a Saving Throw vs. Spells to avoid the effect. A creature affected loses any special resistance to normal weapons it may have -- an Elemental or Gargoyle can be harmed by non-magical weapons, a Troll or Vampire will be killed at zero hit points rather than regenerating or assuming gaseous form, a Black Pudding is harmed normally rather than dividing, etc.
However, the spell only affects "inherent" abilities of a creature - it will not dispel protective spells or affect magical items such as a Ring of Regeneration.
If demigods or deities from Supplement IV or demon lords from Supplement III are used in the campaign, or any similar beings of immortal stature, this spell will not function against them.
Range: 6"
