Level: 5
Sphere: Elemental (Earth)
Range: 40 yds.
Components: V, S, M
Duration: Instantaneous
Casting Time: 7
Area of Effect: 1' radius/level by 30' in height or depth
Saving Throw: None
When the priest calls forth a column of earth, a vertical column of earth is physically moved at the location called for by the priest. This spell can be cast one of 2 ways:
Sinkhole: When cast in this version, the earth in the area of effect drops instantly to a 30' depth, and up to the caster's level in radius. Creatures caught in the area of effect automatically fall and take falling damage for the 30 feet. Subsequently these creatures are captured, and can climb out of the hole.
Pillar: When this version is cast, a column of earth instantly rises from the ground to its 30' height, and a radius up to the caster's level. Creatures caught in the area of effect must make a Dexterity check or they fall off the column. (Due to the speed and the unexpected rise, it is conceivable that creatures could be launched off the top if surprised.)
The material component is a small pebble of limestone.
