Root is an affliction; a negative status effect that handicaps the target.

Not be confused with Rot, an elemental damage type.

A creature under the effect of Root is unable to move while they are rooted, though they can still take any other action.

Players are able to inflict Root on a target using the root spell from the Offensive Affliction Magic skill.

Players can increase their chances of resisting a Root Affliction spell by wearing jewelry that raises their Jungle resistance.

Kizarak are able to inflict Root on their enemies with their spit attack, but this is not a magical effect and thus Jungle resistance will not help you resist it. Creatures that are immune to Root spells similarly are not immune to this effect.