Flaying Knife

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Flaying Knife
Description: These slender blades are too fragile for use in combat but they work perfectly for separating skin from a corpse.
Effect: Upon casting the target is instantly subjected to drain life (see box) as if cast by a 20th level spellcaster. If more than one target is affected by the spell the caster must select one within 20 feet of himself. No other components may be used in conjunction with this one.
Negative Side Effect: The drain life side effect affects the caster and not the target of his spell.
Casting Time Modifier: None.
Component Type: M.
Knowledge (Religion) DC: 15.
Weight: <1 lb.
Value: 3 gp.

This material originates in a 3PP source.