Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Message 5e Spell: Range, Duration, and Rules

Message is a Cantrip Transmutation spell for Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: 120 feet. Duration: 1 round.



Message

Cantrip Transmutation
Casting Time 1 action
Range 120 feet
Components V, S, M (A short piece of copper wire.)
Duration 1 round

You point your finger toward a creature within range and whisper a message. The target (and only the target) hears the message and can reply in a whisper that only you can hear.

You can cast this spell through solid objects if you are familiar with the target and know it is beyond the barrier. Magical silence, 1 foot of stone, 1 inch of common metal, a thin sheet of lead, or 3 feet of wood blocks the spell. The spell doesn't have to follow a straight line and can travel freely around corners or through openings.



Classes:
Subclasses:
Lore
SRD Race Access:
Subraces: High Elf (Elf)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Message in D&D 5e?

Message is available to the following classes: Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard. It is also available to these subclasses: Lore. SRD subraces with trait-based access include High Elf (Elf).

Are there SRD races or subraces that can use Message in D&D 5e?

Yes. Trait-based SRD access for Message includes subraces: High Elf (Elf).

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

No, Message does not require concentration. It lasts 1 round.

What level is Message in D&D 5e?

Message is a cantrip (0th-level) Transmutation spell.

What is the range and casting time of Message in D&D 5e?

Message has a range of 120 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)