Verdant Aegis

Description: The caster summons a protective barrier of living vines and foliage that rapidly grows around them, forming an impenetrable dome of natural energy. The vines absorb incoming attacks and spells.

Additionally, as long as the barrier is active, the caster can command the vines to lash out at any creature within 10 feet, dealing 1d8 piercing damage as a reaction. The vines are vulnerable to fire damage, which weakens the shield and halves its duration.