Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Finger of Death 5e Spell: Damage, Range, and Rules

Finger of Death is a 7th-level Necromancy spell for Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: 60 feet. Duration: Instantaneous. It deals 7d8 + 30 Necrotic damage at its base level.



Finger of Death

7th-level Necromancy
Casting Time 1 action
Range 60 feet
Components V, S
Duration Instantaneous

You send negative energy coursing through a creature that you can see within range, causing it searing pain. The target must make a constitution saving throw. It takes 7d8 + 30 necrotic damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

A humanoid killed by this spell rises at the start of your next turn as a zombie that is permanently under your command, following your verbal orders to the best of its ability.


Damage Type: Necrotic  ·  Necrotic Damage Spells
Damage by Slot Level:
  • Level 7: 7d8 + 30
Saving Throw:
CON
(On success: half)

Classes:

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Finger of Death in D&D 5e?

Finger of Death is available to the following classes: Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard.

Is Finger of Death a concentration spell in D&D 5e?

No, Finger of Death does not require concentration. It lasts Instantaneous.

What level is Finger of Death in D&D 5e?

Finger of Death is a 7th-level Necromancy spell.

How much damage does Finger of Death do in D&D 5e?

Finger of Death deals 7d8 + 30 Necrotic 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 Finger of Death in D&D 5e?

Finger of Death has a range of 60 feet and a casting time of 1 action in D&D 5th Edition.

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