Symbol of Suffering - Traps

Symbol of Suffering
Trap
Level 24 Warder
XP 6050

A glowing symbol wards the area ahead.

Trap: Anyone familiar with magic recognizes the symbol as a powerful ward against approach. But its exact nature isn't known until a creature steps close enough to comprehend it. Once triggered, the symbol inflicts excruciating pain.Perception✦     The character notices the glowing symbol.Religion✦     The character recognizes the nature of the symbol.TriggerWhen a creature approaches within 5 squares of the symbol, the trap attacks. Once a creature has entered the area, it can remain in the area without suffering further attacks. The trap attacks again when another creature enters the area, or if a creature leaves and reenters the area.AttackOpportunity Action      Close burst 5
Attack: +27 vs. WillHit: 3d6 + 9 psychic damage and slowed until the beginning of the target's next turn.    Aftereffect Ongoing 15 psychic damage and immobilized (save ends both).Countermeasures✦     Arcana DC 32 or Thievery DC 36: An adjacent character can disable the trap with a successful check.

Published in Dungeon Master's Guide, page(s) 93, E2 Kingdom of the Ghouls, page(s) 49.