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Giant Insect

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Concentration ( 10 minutes )

You transform insects and other vermin into monstrous versions of themselves. Until the spell ends, up to 3 spiders become giant spiders , 2 ants become giant ants, 2 crickets or mantises become ankhegs , a centipede becomes a giant centipede , or a scorpion becomes a giant scorpion . The spell ends for a creature when it dies or when you use an action to end the effect on it.

While it is within 60 feet you can use a bonus action to mentally command the insects. When you command multiple insects using this spell, you may simultaneously give them all the same command.

Cast at Higher Levels

The spell’s duration is 1 hour when using a 5th-level spell slot, or 8 hours when using a 6th-level spell slot.

Rare Versions

Nevard’s Mounted Giant Insect. The spell transforms up to 10 beetles into riding beetles. When using a 5th-level or higher spell slot and transforming beetles into riding beetles, the spell doesn’t require concentration .