Blocking Spells

Blocking Spells are spells that can be cast instantly as a defense against a physical attack or another spell.Basic Set, p.241 You may only cast one Blocking spell per turn. Blocking spells automatically interrupt concentration on another spell.
==FAQ==
4.6.1 Since they are instantaneous, are Blocking spells exempt from rituals?
:Blocking spells have 0 casting time, but that doesn't exempt them from the ritual requirements for spells.
:If your level means you need to speak or gesture, and you can't, then you can't cast the spell.
:(Although at skill 9 or less, twice 0 is still 0, so there's no effect on time.)
:Assume the words and gestures are very brief; e.g., "Stop!" and a raised hand.
==Quotes==
===Kromm===
2008 affirmation http://forums.sjgames.com/showpost.php?p=708960&postcount=40
Blocking spells are the exception, yes.
:You can use them while running around with Missile spells . . .
::but doing so stunts the growth of your Missile spell for life. 
:* http://forums.sjgames.com/showpost.php?p=17692&postcount=5
:* http://forums.sjgames.com/showpost.php?p=1479906&postcount=7
==See also==
*Blocking Spell Mastery
== References ==
Category:Rules