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Shillelagh

Cantrip · Transmutation
Classes Druid

Source 5e 2024 Rules

Casting Time
Bonus-Action
Range
Self
Duration
1 Minute
Components
V, S, M
Material Component

mistletoe

Source Information
Combat Reference
Target
1 creature
Description

A Club or Quarterstaff you are holding is imbued with nature's power. For the duration, you can use your spellcasting ability instead of Strength for the attack and damage rolls of melee attacks using that weapon, and the weapon's damage die becomes a d8. If the attack deals damage, it can be Force damage or the weapon's normal damage type (your choice). The spell ends early if you cast it again or if you let go of the weapon.

At Higher Levels

The damage die changes when you reach levels 5 (d10), 11 (d12), and 17 (2d6).

About Shillelagh

Shillelagh is a Cantrip level spell from the school of Transmutation.

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

Casting Tips

1 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.

School of Magic: Transmutation

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Transmutation spells change the properties of creatures, objects, or the environment.

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