Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Burning Hands 5e Spell: Damage, Range, and Rules

Burning Hands is a 1st-level Evocation spell for Sorcerer, Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: Self. Duration: Instantaneous. It deals 3d6 Fire damage at its base level.



Burning Hands

1st-level Evocation
Casting Time 1 action
Range Self
Components V, S
Duration Instantaneous

As you hold your hands with thumbs touching and fingers spread, a thin sheet of flames shoots forth from your outstretched fingertips. Each creature in a 15-foot cone must make a dexterity saving throw. A creature takes 3d6 fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

The fire ignites any flammable objects in the area that aren't being worn or carried.

At Higher Levels:

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the damage increases by 1d6 for each slot level above 1st.


Damage Type: Fire  ·  Fire Damage Spells
Damage by Slot Level:
  • Level 1: 3d6
  • Level 2: 4d6
  • Level 3: 5d6
  • Level 4: 6d6
  • Level 5: 7d6
  • Level 6: 8d6
  • Level 7: 9d6
  • Level 8: 10d6
  • Level 9: 11d6
Saving Throw:
DEX
(On success: half)
Area of Effect:
15 ft. cone

Classes:
Subclasses:
Lore, Fiend

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Burning Hands in D&D 5e?

Burning Hands is available to the following classes: Sorcerer, Wizard. It is also available to these subclasses: Lore, Fiend.

Is Burning Hands a concentration spell in D&D 5e?

No, Burning Hands does not require concentration. It lasts Instantaneous.

What level is Burning Hands in D&D 5e?

Burning Hands is a 1st-level Evocation spell.

How much damage does Burning Hands do in D&D 5e?

Burning Hands deals 3d6 Fire damage at its base level in D&D 5th Edition. Its damage increases when you cast it with a higher-level slot.

What is the range and casting time of Burning Hands in D&D 5e?

Burning Hands has a range of Self and a casting time of 1 action in D&D 5th Edition.

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