While many priests are taught a spell that enhances the physical regeneration of a target, some are also taught the parallel spell, the curse of tarmalen. This spell is very similar to its cousin, except that instead of enhancing physical regeneration for a while, this spell can halt it entirely. This spell is taught as a means for a priest to bring harm upon those whose his gods, or himself disfavors. Mastery of assistance and casters level have significant effect to the outcome of the spell.