Magus Example

For the sake of clarity, let's assume an 8th level Magus with a BAB of +6/+1

Option 1) Casting Shocking Grasp with Spellstrike

Use standard action

1. Cast Shocking Grasp

   1. Per casting rules, gain a free touch attack

   2. Using Spellstrike make a weapon attack at +6 against target.

Option 2) Spell Combat

Use a Full Round Action

1. Cast Shield.

2. Make weapon attack at +4 (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)

3. Make weapon attack at -1 (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)

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Option 3) Spell Combat with Spellstrike

Use a Full Round Action

1. Cast Shocking Grasp

   1. Per casting rules gain a free touch attack

   2. Using Spellstrike make a weapon attack at +4 against target (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)

2. Make weapon attack at +4 (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)

3. Make weapon attack at -1 (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)

Option 3) Spell Combat with Spellstrike

Use a Full Round Action

1. Cast Shocking Grasp

   1. Per casting rules gain a free touch attack

   2. Using Spellstrike make a weapon attack at +4 against target (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)

2. Make weapon attack at +4 (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)

3. Make weapon attack at -1 (-2 penalty for using Spell Combat)