Frost Scythe (2.0)

	Frost Scythe
Abbreviation:	FRS
Prerequisites:	none
Minimum Prep:	2
Casting Cap:	60
Valid Spell Target:	Others, Critters
Description:	The Frost Scythe spell creates a frozen blade of ice that sweeps toward the target. Effectiveness will depend highly upon your magical abilities and accuracy, but Frost Scythes are known for their capacity at dealing slice and cold damage.
Example Messaging:	Sparkling crystals of ice appear and coalesce into a small scythe of frost which flies through the air at a fendryad! With the violence of an avalanche, the scythe rips into its neck, tearing flesh and bone and arteries and ripping its spinal cord out of his spine.

Notes

• CAST <self> to create the scythe in your hand.
• Compatible with the Pattern Hues cantrip.
• The scythe's existence can be prolonged via Crystallize Ice cantrip.
• The Scythes can be used as weapons when picked up. The type of weapon it creates is based on your Primary Magic skill and amount of mana used.

Weapon Type	Puncture	Slice	Impact	Balance	Suitability	Construction	Weight	Mana
LE/LT	Low	Low	Poor	Reasonably	Dismally	Somewhat Flimsy	10	2 to 9 mana cast
ME/LT	Poor	Fair	Low	Fairly	Fairly	Average	35	10 to 18 mana cast
HE/HT	Low	Mod	Fair	Fairly	Reasonably	Fairly Sturdy	40	19 to 26 mana cast
Pike/HT	Low	Mod	Fair	Fairly	Fairly	Average	54	27 to 36 mana cast
2HE/HT	Low	Great	Heavy	Poorly	Reasonably	Fairly Sturdy	56	36 to 50 mana cast