[RPG] Can one close one’s eyes when casting a Hypnotic pattern spell around oneself

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A caster is surrounded by enemies. He casts Hypnotic pattern, centering the 30-foot cube on himself in order to target a maximum of foes.

Hypnotic pattern:

Each creature in the area who sees the pattern must make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the creature becomes charmed for the duration.

Being a creature in the area, the caster should be subject to the effect if he sees the pattern.

Can he shut his eyes in order to avoid being affected by his own spell?

Best Answer

Yes, this should work

There is no language in the spell that requires you to "see" your target location, just that you pick a point within 120' of you.

In addition, you know exactly where you are, so you could choose to go "blind" and cast the spell.

Caveat Emptor

You may now be under the Blinded condition until the start of your next turn. Whether or not your DM will allow you to re-open your eyes will likely be under their control. Hypnotic Pattern "appears for a moment" so you may be able to reopen, but it would also be very understandable that you need to have your eyes closed for your turn in order to avoid the effects. This would put you under the Blinded condition until the start of your next turn.