Source: 5e 2024 Rules
The touch of your shadow-wreathed hand can siphon life force from others to heal your wounds. Make a melee spell attack against one creature within reach. On a hit, the target takes 3d6 Necrotic damage, and you regain Hit Points equal to half the amount of Necrotic damage dealt. Until the spell ends, you can make the attack again on each of your turns as a Magic action, targeting the same creature or a different one.
The damage increases by 1d6 for each spell slot level above 3.
About Vampiric Touch
Vampiric Touch is a Level 3 level spell from the school of Necromancy.
This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of Self . It has a duration of Instantaneous.
Spell Details
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Spell Details
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At Higher Levels: The damage increases by 1d6 for each spell slot level above 3.
Casting Tips
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Casting Tips
Consider these tips when casting this spell:
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Tactical Use: Mid-tier spell with significant tactical impact. Great for resource management challenges.
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Concentration: Requires concentration. Maintain focus to sustain the spell's effect.
School of Magic: Necromancy
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School of Magic: Necromancy
Necromancy spells manipulate life force, death, and the undead.
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