Corpse Detonation

You channel dark energy into a corpse or a mind-controlled undead creature within range, causing it to violently erupt in a harmless but disruptive burst of necrotic energy. The detonation creates a shockwave of spiritual force that can disorient, distract, or repel nearby creatures.

Effect:

• Corpse Effect: If the target is a corpse, it detonates in a burst of necrotic energy. All creatures within 10 feet of the corpse must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the end of their next turn.
• Mind-Controlled Undead Effect: If the target is a mind-controlled undead creature, it is forcibly ejected from the caster's control and becomes inert for 1 minute. During this time, it cannot be reanimated or controlled by any means.

Additional Effects:

• The detonation creates a momentary flash of spectral light and a loud sound that can be heard up to 60 feet away.
• The spell does not deal damage, but it can be used strategically to manipulate the battlefield, disrupt enemies, or create a diversion.

At Higher Levels: When cast using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the radius of the effect increases by 5 feet for each slot level above 1st.