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Burning Hands

1st-level · Evocation

Source 5e 2024 Rules

Casting Time
Action
Range
Self
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Damage
3d6 Fire
Saving Throw
Dexterity
Target
1 creature
Area
15-ft. cone
Description

A thin sheet of flames shoots forth from you. Each creature in a 15-foot Cone makes a Dexterity saving throw, taking 3d6 Fire damage on a failed save or half as much damage on a successful one. Flammable objects in the Cone that aren't being worn or carried start burning.

At Higher Levels

The damage increases by 1d6 for each spell slot level above 1.

Slot Level Progression
Base
1st
3d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
2nd
4d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
3rd
5d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
4th
6d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
5th
7d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
6th
8d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
7th
9d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
8th
10d6
Fire
1 target
Slot
9th
11d6
Fire
1 target

About Burning Hands

Burning Hands is a Level 1 level spell from the school of Evocation.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of Self . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Spell Details

Complete details

Complete details about this spell:

  • At Higher Levels: The damage increases by 1d6 for each spell slot level above 1.

Casting Tips

1 tips

Consider these tips when casting this spell:

  • Tactical Use: Ideal for low-level encounters and utility situations. Consider environmental interactions for creative problem-solving.

School of Magic: Evocation

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Evocation spells manipulate magical energy to produce destructive or constructive effects.

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