Spider Spawn¶
Level 4 wizard spell — School of Conjuration/Summoning**
Cast by: Mage, Sorcerer, Bard
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Range | 40 yards |
| Casting Time | 6 |
| Duration | 5 rounds + 1 round/level |
| Saving Throw | None |
| Area of Effect | Special |
Description¶
Upon casting this spell the wizard must throw several spider eggs into the air while saying the final command word. The result is that the eggs morph into a fully grown spider that will remain under the wizard’s telepathic control. The type of spider that appears depends upon the level of the wizard casting the spell.
7th: giant spider. 9th: phase spider. 12th+: sword spider. When the spell is cast, there is a 20% chance that two spiders of the proper type will appear instead of just one. These spiders will remain under the wizard’s control until affected by a Dispel Magic spell, until they are slain, or until the spell duration expires.
Source: bgee/original_manuals/baldurs_gate_1_ee_mastering_melee_and_magic.pdf — "Wizard Spells—Level 4" → "Spider Spawn".