# Profound Still

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### In-Game Description

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*A hex created by an ostracized cleric.  
Blocks the spells of nearby casters.  
  
This hex, born of jealousy and humiliation,  
is a locus of dark thoughts. The very things  
that reflect the true essence of life itself.*

### Use

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After cast, all enemies that were in the area of effect are unable to cast any spells for 30 seconds. The user, however, can still cast spells.

### Availability

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Sold by Darkdiver Grandahl for 13,000 souls.

### Stats

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<table><tr><th>Spell Type</th><th>Uses</th><th>Duration</th><th>Attunement Slots</th><th>Intelligence Required</th><th>Faith Required</th><th>Catalyst Required</th></tr><tr><td>AoE/Debuff</td><td>1-3</td><td>30sec</td><td>2</td><td>20</td><td>42</td><td>Chime</td></tr></table>

**Cast Increases with Attunement**

<table><tr><th>Attunement</th><th>Uses</th></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td>43</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>94</td><td>3</td></tr></table>

### Range of Profound Still

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The rough max reach can be seen below:

+ Show reach - Hide reach The range is from the right circle to Melentia.  
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### Notes

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- This hex works on PvE enemies. Amana Shrine Maidens in the Shrine of Amana are good targets.
- Bosses who use magic can be shut down with this hex, for example Darklurker and Prowling Magus &amp; Congregation.
- Does not work on Elana, Squalid Queen.
- Does not work on players wearing the Sanctum Priestess Tiara.
- Similar to Vow of Silence in Dark Souls, except doesn't affect caster.

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