Date:         Thu, 24 Jun 1993 16:24:25 -0500
From: David Gehring <gehring@CS.UWP.EDU>
Subject:      DARK SUN SPELL

4th level cleric spell
Sphere of Earth

Sand Storm ( evocation )

Range: 10 yards/level   Components: V,S,M

Duration: Special       Casting Time: 4

Area of Effect: Special   Saving Throw: None


   This spell can have one of two effects. First, it can be used as a
pounding  shower of sand, which rains down for one round in a 60 foot diameter
circle inflicting 1d12 points of buffeting damage plus 1d12 points of
choking damage to all creatures within the area of effect. Certain creatures
would be immune to such effects, it is up to the DM's discretion (i.e golems)
Also, undead do not need to breathe.
   The second use of the spell can be used as a blinding rain of sand in a
60 foot diameter circle which lasts for one round per level of the caster
slowing movement to 50% and reducing visibility to zero within the area of
effect. The sheet can also extinguish open flames such as torches,
candles, camp fires, etc...
   The material component for the spell is a handful of fine sand.