Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Flame Blade 5e Spell: Damage, Range, and Rules

Flame Blade is a 2nd-level Evocation spell for Druid. Casting time: 1 bonus action. Range: Self. Duration: Up to 10 minutes. It deals 3d6 Fire damage at its base level.



Flame Blade

2nd-level Evocation
Casting Time 1 bonus action
Range Self
Components V, S, M (Leaf of sumac.)
Duration Concentration, Up to 10 minutes

You evoke a fiery blade in your free hand. The blade is similar in size and shape to a scimitar, and it lasts for the duration. If you let go of the blade, it disappears, but you can evoke the blade again as a bonus action.

You can use your action to make a melee spell attack with the fiery blade. On a hit, the target takes 3d6 fire damage.

The flaming blade sheds bright light in a 10-foot radius and dim light for an additional 10 feet.

At Higher Levels:

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 4th level or higher, the damage increases by 1d6 for every two slot levels above 2nd.


Damage Type: Fire  ·  Fire Damage Spells
Damage by Slot Level:
  • Level 2: 3d6
  • Level 4: 4d6
  • Level 6: 5d6
  • Level 8: 6d6

Classes:
Subclasses:
Lore

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Flame Blade in D&D 5e?

Flame Blade is available to the following classes: Druid. It is also available to these subclasses: Lore.

Is Flame Blade a concentration spell in D&D 5e?

Yes, Flame Blade requires concentration and lasts up to Up to 10 minutes.

What level is Flame Blade in D&D 5e?

Flame Blade is a 2nd-level Evocation spell.

How much damage does Flame Blade do in D&D 5e?

Flame Blade 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 Flame Blade in D&D 5e?

Flame Blade has a range of Self and a casting time of 1 bonus action in D&D 5th Edition.

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