Laeral's aqueous column

Laeral's aqueous column was an alteration/evocation spell that allowed a mage to conjure forth a large, cylindrical mass of water for a limited amount of time.

This spell was often used to transport, imprison or otherwise handle aquatic lifeforms by spellcasters that typically lived on land.

Effects
When this spell was cast, a circular mass of water was created in front of the caster, suspended in midair at an orientation of their choosing. It was completely pure, appearing as either fresh or salt water, depending on the decision of the caster.

The aqueous column had a diameter of 10' (3m) and a length of the same size. The diameter or length could be increased by a more powerful spellcaster or with additional castings of the spell. Additionally, the column could be made to appear at an angle or turn and curve during the spell's casting — however, once the casting was completed the shape of the column was final.

Components
In addition to verbal and somatic components this spell required a single hair and a drop of liquid, either: water, dew, spit, juice, plant sap or a tear.