Wingbind (Lvl 9)

(See also: Wingbind - Lvl 4 (Wizard Spell))

Wingbind is a highly effective combat spell known to very few non-dragons. When the spell is cast, it creates a web or net of force that entangles the dragon. This force net has the same effect as a grappling attack: the dragon is unable to fly and plummets toward the ground.

The target dragon receives an initial saving throw vs. spell to avoid the effects of the spell. At the end of each subsequent round, it receives another saving throw vs. spell, but with a cumulative -3 penalty. A successful saving throw means that the dragon has broken free from the net of force.

The wingbind spell remains in effect until either the duration expires, the dragon successfully saves, the caster is slain or rendered unconscious, the caster purposely releases the spell, or the dragon slams into the ground.

The rules for grappling apply to wingbind as well. A wingbound dragon falls at 125 feet per second, or 7,500 feet per round. After the wingbind spell is terminated-for whatever reason- the dragon continues to fall for another 2d10 seconds (250-2,500 feet). If it strikes the ground during this time, it suffers 1d6 points of damage per 10 feet fallen, up to a maximum of 20d6.