Explosive Runes

Explosive Runes
Ritual Rank 5 [Glyph]
Prerequisites: Eldritch Rank 4
Potency: 25
Components: Magic Ink infused with Sulfur [Value: 50 gp]
Cost: 1 Stamina Allocation
Cast Time: 1 phase
Duration: Until Discharged, Dispelled or Dismissed
Aura: Masked [DC 30] (Evocation)
Effect: You place the runes within written text, such as a book, map, scroll, or similar work. When the runes are read, they detonate, making the following attack:
Trigger: A creature reads the runes
Target: All creatures within 10 ft of the text
Attack: +10 vs. Reflex
Hit: 6d6 Force Damage
Miss: 3d6 Force Damage
Special: The creature who triggered the runes is automatically hit with this effect.

The Runes may be detected with a successful Investigate check [DC 30] or via an ability to detect masked magical auras (such as Reveal Magic). Once detected, the Runes may be removed magically or with a Trapsmith or Thievery check [DC 35]. If an attempt is made to remove the Runes, and it fails, the Runes activate. The Runes may also be removed with an Erase Ritual, which destroys the entire text (an Erase Magical Writing ritual functions normally).