Burst/Eminations extending from the caster [Archive] - Wizards Community

Burst/Eminations extending from the caster [Archive] - Wizards Community

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Neratos
05-27-06, 02:25 PM Do you have to choose an interesection when casting a spell like fireburst which has a effect of burst of fire extending 10ft from you? If so doesn't this create a lopsided explosion? Also wouldn't that catch yourself in the area since one square will have to be your own due to using an interesection to target? Thanks for the help
Nom
05-28-06, 07:16 AM Yes. All burst and emanation spells start from an intersection. And yes, this will be slightly lop-sided. Your DM may choose to house rule differently.

And no, it doesn't catch you in the blast. Choosing an intersection is a mechanic for determining the area of effect; it doesn't change that the burst radiates from you.

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Neratos 05-27-06, 02:25 PM	Do you have to choose an interesection when casting a spell like fireburst which has a effect of burst of fire extending 10ft from you? If so doesn't this create a lopsided explosion? Also wouldn't that catch yourself in the area since one square will have to be your own due to using an interesection to target? Thanks for the help
Nom 05-28-06, 07:16 AM	Yes. All burst and emanation spells start from an intersection. And yes, this will be slightly lop-sided. Your DM may choose to house rule differently. And no, it doesn't catch you in the blast. Choosing an intersection is a mechanic for determining the area of effect; it doesn't change that the burst radiates from you.