Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD
False Life 5e Spell: Range, Duration, and Rules
False Life is a 1st-level Necromancy spell for Sorcerer, Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: Self. Duration: 1 hour.
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False Life
Casting Time
1 action
Range
Self
Components
V, S, M
(A small amount of alcohol or distilled spirits.)
Duration
1 hour
Bolstering yourself with a necromantic facsimile of life, you gain 1d4 + 4 temporary hit points for the duration.
At Higher Levels:
When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, you gain 5 additional temporary hit points for each slot level above 1st.
Healing by Slot Level:
- Level 1: 1d4 + 4
- Level 2: 1d4 + 9
- Level 3: 1d4 + 14
- Level 4: 1d4 + 19
- Level 5: 1d4 + 24
- Level 6: 1d4 + 29
- Level 7: 1d4 + 34
- Level 8: 1d4 + 39
- Level 9: 1d4 + 44
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can cast False Life in D&D 5e?
False Life is available to the following classes: Sorcerer, Wizard. It is also available to these subclasses: Lore.
Is False Life a concentration spell in D&D 5e?
No, False Life does not require concentration. It lasts 1 hour.
What level is False Life in D&D 5e?
False Life is a 1st-level Necromancy spell.
What is the range and casting time of False Life in D&D 5e?
False Life has a range of Self and a casting time of 1 action in D&D 5th Edition.