You invoke the power of your patron to jinx a creature of your choice that you can see within range. Until the spell ends, you deal an extra 1d6 necrotic damage to the target whenever it takes damage from failing a saving throw you force it to make. Also, choose one ability when you cast this spell. The target has disadvantage on ability checks made with the chosen ability.

If the target drops to 0 hit points before this spell ends, you can use a bonus action on a subsequent turn of yours to place your deity’s sign a new creature.

At Higher Levels. When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd or 4th level, you can maintain your concentration on the spell for up to 8 hours. When you use a spell slot of 5th level or higher, you can maintain your concentration on the spell for up to 24 hours.