Enchantment (Compulsion) [Fear, Mind-Affecting]
Level: Sorcerer 7, Wizard 7
Components: V, S, F
Casting Time: 1 standard action
Range: Close (25 ft. + 5 ft./2 levels)
Target: One living creature
Duration: 1 round/level
Saving Throw: Will partial
Spell Resistance: Yes
You jab the stick into your side and twist it, causing yourself some discomfort but creating a killing pain in the target.
When the spell is cast, the target dies instantly if it fails its saving throw. A creature that survives this effect is dazed for 1 round.
Focus: A stick at least 1 foot long.
Source: Spell Compendium, page 170. Originally called Nybor’s stern reproof.