Slow (spell)

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Slow
Level	2
School1	Hexes
Source(s)	Book of Minor Magic Book of Hinderance
Casting noise	2
Spell noise	0

This spell slows the actions of a creature.

Slow is a level 2 Hexes spell which causes the target's movement and actions to take 50% longer than normal. It can seriously reduce the damage output of monsters, and makes it much easier to escape pursuers. At higher spell power, the target is slowed for a longer period of time. Magic resistance can prevent it, as can an amulet of stasis.

A wand of slowing, potion of slowing, or curare-tipped needle will all have the same "slow" effect. Leda's Liquefaction and the ponderousness brand slow targets much less.

History

In 0.10 Slow received a small power boost.

Prior to 0.8 slowing made every action take twice as long.