Does Channel Energy Hurt Undead And Heal Allies?

Does Channel Energy Hurt Undead And Heal Allies?

Channel Energy is a controversial ability in the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. Some people love it, while others think it's overpowered. I fall somewhere in the middle. I think it's a great ability, but it can definitely be abused if used incorrectly.

Channel Energy has two different effects, depending on whether you're using it to harm undead creatures or heal living creatures. Against undead creatures, Channel Energy deals 1d6 points of damage per level of the caster. Against living creatures, it heals 1d6 points of damage per level of the caster.

So, does this mean that Channel Energy is overpowered? Well, it depends on how you look at it. If you're facing a group of undead creatures, then Channel Energy can be downright devastating. However, if you're trying to heal a group of living creatures, then Channel Energy might not be as effective as you'd like. It all depends on the situation.

In general, I think Channel Energy is a great ability. It's versatile and can be used in a variety of situations. Just be careful not to abuse it, or you'll end up with some very unhappy players.