Violent Thirst*

From the source of the spell, thin red tendrils extend towards the target. If they make contact, a dark red ichor flows back into the source through the tendrils. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d10 necrotic damage. 

When you reach higher levels, more tendrils extend from the spell's source: two tendrils at 5th level, three tendrils at 11th level, and four tendrils at 17th level. You can direct tendrils at the same target or different targets. Make a separate attack roll for each tendril.