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Scorching Ray

2nd-level · Evocation

Source 5e 2024 Rules

Casting Time
Action
Range
120 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Damage
2d6 Fire
Roll
Attack Roll
Target
1 creature
Description

You hurl three fiery rays. You can hurl them at one target within range or at several. Make a ranged spell attack for each ray. On a hit, the target takes 2d6 Fire damage.

At Higher Levels

You create one additional ray for each spell slot level above 2.

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

About Scorching Ray

Scorching Ray is a Level 2 level spell from the school of Evocation.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of 120.0 ft (36.6 m) . It has a duration of Instantaneous.

Spell Details

Complete details

Complete details about this spell:

  • At Higher Levels: You create one additional ray for each spell slot level above 2.

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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