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Magic Missile

1st-level · Evocation

Source 5e 2014 Rules

Casting Time
Action
Range
120 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Target
1 creature
Description

You create three glowing darts of magical force. Each dart hits a creature of your choice that you can see within range. A dart deals 1d4 + 1 force damage to its target. The darts all strike simultaneously, and you can direct them to hit one creature or several.

At Higher Levels

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the spell creates one more dart for each slot level above 1st.

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

About Magic Missile

Magic Missile is a Level 1 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: When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the spell creates one more dart for each slot level above 1st.

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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