Control aratha

Control aratha was a spell that was uniquely used by clerics of the Dawnspire, a temple of Lathander in Myth Drannor.

Effects
This spell allowed the caster to control an aratha, a species of giant beetle found in Myth Drannor. The beetles were used as guardians for the temple. The beetle's movements were also controlled if needed. These movements were limited by the beetles natural abilities. The caster had to remain within of the beetle while the spell was in effect. This distance grew as the caster increased their skill level. The caster was unable to use the beetle as a means of transportation. .

Components
In addition to verbal and somatic components, the spell required a material component, a piece of an aratha, such as chitin. The material component was consumed during casting.