Energy Shield
(Abjuration)

Range:  0
Components:  V, S, M
Duration:  1 round per level
Casting Time:  7
Area of Effect:  One creature
Saving Throw:  None

When cast, this spell will absorb 6 HP of damage per level of the wizard. The spell will protect against all spells which inflict direct (hit point) damage, and physical attacks. Gases and magics which do not directly harm their victims (charms, polymorphs, etc.) are unaffected.
For magics which slay instantly, such as disintegrate and death spell, subtract the recipient's maximum hit points from the energy shield. If the shield cannot absorb them all, the recipient suffers the remainder in damage.
The material component is a miniature adamantite shield with a diamond set in the centre worth not less than 3000 gp. This shield is lost in the casting.

