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Ray of Frost

Cantrip · Evocation

Source 5e 2014 Rules

Casting Time
Action
Range
60 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
Source Information
Combat Reference
Damage
1d8 Cold
Roll
Attack Roll
Target
1 creature
Description

A frigid beam of blue-white light streaks toward a creature within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, it takes 1d8 cold damage, and its speed is reduced by 10 feet until the start of your next turn.

At Higher Levels

The spell's damage increases by 1d8 when you reach 5th level (2d8), 11th level (3d8), and 17th level (4d8).

About Ray of Frost

Ray of Frost is a Cantrip level spell from the school of Evocation.

This spell has a casting time of action , and a range of 60.0 ft (18.3 m) . 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: Evocation

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Evocation spells manipulate magical energy to produce destructive or constructive effects.

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