Sparkling Sword

When this spell is cast, the caster's weapon (usually a sword for specialty priests of Arvoreen) takes on a bright, sparkling silver glow. The spell has two forms, one of which is chosen at the instant of casting.

Smite. For a maximum of one round and one attack after the casting, the caster has a +2 bonus to hit and +3 bonus to damage with the affected weapon. The spell allows the caster to strike creatures hit only by +2 or better magical weapons. If the attack misses, the spell is wasted.

Sparkle. The caster has a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls with the affected weapon. This effect lasts for 5 rounds, plus 1 round for each experience level above 5th the caster has. The spell allows the caster to strike creatures hit only by +1 or better magical weapons.

When either version of the spell expires, the affected weapon must make a successful saving vs. crushing blow or be ruined. If there is 10 gp or more worth of silver in the weapon, its hilt, its decoration, the weapon receives a +2 bonus on the saving throw.

The material component is a pinch of sulfur, which is tossed upon the weapon.