A piece of iron and a flame.
Source: 5e 2014 Rules
Choose a manufactured metal object, such as a metal weapon or a suit of heavy or medium metal armor, that you can see within range. You cause the object to glow red-hot. Any creature in physical contact with the object takes 2d8 fire damage when you cast the spell. Until the spell ends, you can use a bonus action on each of your subsequent turns to cause this damage again. If a creature is holding or wearing the object and takes the damage from it, the creature must succeed on a constitution saving throw or drop the object if it can. If it doesn't drop the object, it has disadvantage on attack rolls and ability checks until the start of your next turn.
When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, the damage increases by 1d8 for each slot level above 2nd.
About Heat Metal
Heat Metal is a Level 2 level spell from the school of Transmutation.
This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of 60.0 ft (18.3 m) . It has a duration of Instantaneous.
Spell Details
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Spell Details
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At Higher Levels: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, the damage increases by 1d8 for each slot level above 2nd.
Casting Tips
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Casting Tips
Consider these tips when casting this spell:
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Tactical Use: Ideal for low-level encounters and utility situations. Consider environmental interactions for creative problem-solving.
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Concentration: Requires concentration. Maintain focus to sustain the spell's effect.
School of Magic: Transmutation
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School of Magic: Transmutation
Transmutation spells change the properties of creatures, objects, or the environment.
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