Mantle of Mystra

Mantle of Mystra was a divine abjuration spell that created a protective aura around the caster.

Effects
When cast, this spell protected the caster from a single magical attack of effect. The mantle absorbed the effects of a single spell, or discharge from a magical item, that targeted or otherwise hit the cleric. The mantle then launched a single spell of the same power towards the caster of the offensive spell.

The protection of the mantle of Mystra lasted for a full year, unless it was triggered by an spell's effects. Dispel magic didn't trigger the mantle's effects but effectively removed the protection it conferred.

Multiple castings of the spell could not be placed on the same individual at the same time.

History
The specifications of this spell could be displayed by the relic known as the Scepter of Mystra.

Components
This spell required verbal and somatic components in order to be cast.