Dusts of Death

The dusts of death spell turns a pinch of sand into an incredibly toxic poison. The envenomed sand cannot be detected by any normal means, though detect magic or detect poison will reveal the presence of this spell.

If the sand is introduced into food and drink, it will surely be ingested. Whoever consumes the sand must save vs. spell or die instantly. The only clue as to the reason for the victim's demise is a small dusting of sand around the edges of the victim's mouth and nostrils.

Sorcerous societies are fond of using this as a method of assassination, and the secret of the spell is jealously guarded.

Notes: Restricted to members of sorcerous societies; uncommon in Arabian settings; otherwise very rare.