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Power Word, Sleep

Level 2 wizard spell — School of Conjuration/Summoning**

Cast by: Mage, Sorcerer, Bard

Stat Value
Range 90 ft.
Casting Time 1
Duration 5 rounds
Saving Throw None
Area of Effect 1 creature

Description

When a wizard calls upon a Power Word, Sleep spell, they cause a comatose slumber to come upon 1 creature (other than undead and certain other creatures specifically excluded from the spell's effects). The creature targeted must have less than 20 Hit Points and gets no Saving Throw. Magically sleeping opponents can be attacked with substantial bonuses. The Sleep effect will last for 5 rounds. This spell has no effect on creatures with more than 20 Hit Points.


Source: bg2ee/original_manuals/baldurs_gate_2_ee_mastering_melee_and_magic.pdf — "Wizard Spells—Level 2" → "Power Word, Sleep".