Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Fireball 5e Spell: Damage, Range, and Rules

Fireball is a 3rd-level Evocation spell for Sorcerer, Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: 150 feet. Duration: Instantaneous. It deals 8d6 Fire damage at its base level.



Fireball

3rd-level Evocation
Casting Time 1 action
Range 150 feet
Components V, S, M (A tiny ball of bat guano and sulfur.)
Duration Instantaneous

A bright streak flashes from your pointing finger to a point you choose within range and then blossoms with a low roar into an explosion of flame. Each creature in a 20-foot-radius sphere centered on that point must make a dexterity saving throw. A target takes 8d6 fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

The fire spreads around corners. It ignites 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 4th level or higher, the damage increases by 1d6 for each slot level above 3rd.


Damage Type: Fire  ·  Fire Damage Spells
Damage by Slot Level:
  • Level 3: 8d6
  • Level 4: 9d6
  • Level 5: 10d6
  • Level 6: 11d6
  • Level 7: 12d6
  • Level 8: 13d6
  • Level 9: 14d6
Saving Throw:
DEX
(On success: half)
Area of Effect:
20 ft. sphere

Classes:
Subclasses:
Lore, Fiend

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Fireball in D&D 5e?

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

Is Fireball a concentration spell in D&D 5e?

No, Fireball does not require concentration. It lasts Instantaneous.

What level is Fireball in D&D 5e?

Fireball is a 3rd-level Evocation spell.

How much damage does Fireball do in D&D 5e?

Fireball deals 8d6 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 Fireball in D&D 5e?

Fireball has a range of 150 feet and a casting time of 1 action in D&D 5th Edition.

This resource contains useful selections. You can find the complete documentation here: System Reference Document. (v5.1 2014)