Spell Description

You utter a grim omen that curses a creature that you can see within range for the duration. When you cast this spell, choose the nature of the curse from the following options:

  • While cursed, one creature you chose deals an extra 1d4 necrotic damage to the target whenever it hits it with an attack. 

  • While cursed, the target has disadvantage on ability checks made with one ability score of your choice (chosen when you cast the spell).

For the duration, you can use a bonus action to move the curse to a new target. A remove curse cast on a target ends this spell early.
At Higher Levels. When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd or 4th level, you can maintain your concentration on the spell for up to 8 hours. When you use a spell slot of 5th level or higher, you can maintain your concentration on the spell for up to 24 hours. 

Hex

1st level, arcane (necromancy)

Casting Time

1 bonus action

Duration

1 hour (concentration)

Range

90 feet (sight)

Components

V,S,M*

*this spell requires the petrified eye of a newt