What is maddening darkness 5e?

Maddening Darkness is a 9th level spell in the 5th edition of the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game. When cast, it creates an area of magical darkness that completely obscures all light and vision within a 60-foot radius. The darkness is so intense that it can cause extreme psychic damage to creatures inside the area, potentially driving them insane.

The spell has a duration of up to 10 minutes, and does not require concentration once cast. It can be dispelled by magic that cancels darkness spells, or by a successful dispel magic spell.

Maddening Darkness is a powerful tool for controlling the battlefield, as it can effectively blind and damage enemies while protecting the caster and their allies from ranged attacks. It is particularly effective against creatures that rely heavily on sight, such as dragons or beholders.

However, the spell has a limited range and can be countered by certain abilities, such as blindsight and truesight. It also has a narrow focus and may not be as versatile as other high-level spells, making it a situational choice for some spellcasters.