Detect Magic is a 1st-level Divination spell for Bard, Cleric, Druid, Paladin, Ranger, Sorcerer, Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: Self. Duration: Up to 10 minutes.
For the duration, you sense the presence of magic within 30 feet of you. If you sense magic in this way, you can use your action to see a faint aura around any visible creature or object in the area that bears magic, and you learn its school of magic, if any.
The spell can penetrate most barriers, but it is blocked by 1 foot of stone, 1 inch of common metal, a thin sheet of lead, or 3 feet of wood or dirt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Detect Magic is available to the following classes: Bard, Cleric, Druid, Paladin, Ranger, Sorcerer, Wizard. It is also available to these subclasses: Lore.
Yes, Detect Magic requires concentration and lasts up to Up to 10 minutes.
Detect Magic is a 1st-level Divination spell.
Detect Magic has a range of Self and a casting time of 1 action in D&D 5th Edition.
Yes, Detect Magic can be cast as a ritual. Ritual casting takes an extra 10 minutes but does not expend a spell slot.