By channeling the essence of flowing waters, you gain the ability to tread upon the surface of water as though it were solid ground. As you complete the somatic gestures, a shimmering aura surrounds your feet, and you feel the weight of the waters beneath you lessen.
For the duration of this spell, you can move across any liquid surface as if it were stable ground. This includes water, mud, and even hazardous liquids, provided they are not too dense to support your weight. You can move at your normal walking speed without sinking or suffering any penalties due to the liquid's consistency.
However, should you cease concentration, lose consciousness, or exceed the spell's duration, the enchantment wanes, and you immediately begin to sink into the liquid as if it were ordinary. You are not granted any supernatural buoyancy beyond the spell's effect.
While under the influence of Aquatic Stride, your footsteps leave behind faint ripples, and the water seems to cling to your feet, accentuating your connection with the liquid realm. Though you maintain control over your movements, swift actions or sudden disturbances may still disrupt the delicate balance required to traverse the surface.
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