You reach out at a creature in range, conjuring a spectral hand in front of them which slashes and claws at the target. Make a melee spell attack against the target. If the attack hits, the creature takes 1d6 slashing damage.

The spell's damage increases by 1d6 when you reach 5th level (2d6), 11th level (3d6), and 17th level (4d6).