Format: cast 'famine' <target> cost: 38 mana Famine is a high level clerical spell which curses the target with a large appetite and unquenchable thirst. If the target does not make a conscious and determined effort to satisfy its thirst and hunger, death can result. The curse has a long duration, and curses lasting weeks, months, or years have been known. Putting this curse on someone is considered an offensive act. The curse itself can be removed with 'dispel magic', but only with great difficulty. It is far more effective to attempt to undo the spell with a cleric who is adept in the art of removing curses.