This rune is only effective against a certain type of creature, determined by the caster when the rune is inscribed. Against that type of creature, the weapon becomes a Weapon of Slaying against that type of creature. If the creature is hit in combat, it must make a magic save or die. If the save is made, damage is increased by +4. Only one save is needed per "encounter". If the save is made, the creature simply takes +4 damage with each hit of the weapon.
The effects last for 1 day per rank; 30 days at rank 21, 60 days at rank 22.
In addition to normal ritual components, some essence of the type of creature to which the weapon will slay is required. For example, if the weapon is to be enchanted as a Weapon of Slaying Dragons, then dragon blood will be needed to create the rune. |