How does Spell Penetration work with area effect spells?
If my PC Wizard level 10 casts Fireball on a Coven of Hags who all have SR how is this handled?
#1. Does the PC Wizard roll a single spell penetration check (1d20 + CL) and then the GM compares it vs. the spell resistance of each target with the spells area of effect?
#2. Does the player make several spell penetration checks? A different spell penetration check for each foe with Spell Resistance within the area of effect?
As the GM I ruled the first option but the PC is adamant that I am wrong.
I've searched the Paizo forums, the internet and Reddit to gain some insight.
Appreciate your input and clarification. Thank you and happy holidays.
