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Pestilence

Cantrip · Conjuration Concentration

Source Adventurer's Guide

Casting Time
Action
Range
60 feet
Duration
1 Minute
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Saving Throw
Constitution
Target
1 area
Description

A swarm of insects fills the area. Creatures that begin their turn within the spell's area or who enter the area for the first time on their turn must make a Constitution saving throw or take 1d4 piercing damage. The pests also ravage any unattended organic material within their radius, such as plant, wood, or fabric.

At Higher Levels

This spell's damage increases by 1d4 when you reach 5th level (2d4), 10th level (3d4), and 15th level (4d4).

About Pestilence

Pestilence is a Cantrip level spell from the school of Conjuration.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of 60.0 ft (18.3 m) . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Casting Tips

2 tips

Consider these tips when casting this spell:

  • Tactical Use: Perfect for roleplay moments and minor magical effects. Can be used repeatedly without spell slot expenditure.
  • Concentration: Requires concentration. Maintain focus to sustain the spell's effect.

School of Magic: Conjuration

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