Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Phantasmal Killer 5e Spell: Damage, Range, and Rules

Phantasmal Killer is a 4th-level Illusion spell for Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: 120 feet. Duration: Up to 1 minute. It deals 4d10 Psychic damage at its base level.



Phantasmal Killer

4th-level Illusion
Casting Time 1 action
Range 120 feet
Components V, S
Duration Concentration, Up to 1 minute

You tap into the nightmares of a creature you can see within range and create an illusory manifestation of its deepest fears, visible only to that creature. The target must make a wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target becomes frightened for the duration. At the start of each of the target's turns before the spell ends, the target must succeed on a wisdom saving throw or take 4d10 psychic damage. On a successful save, the spell ends.

At Higher Levels:

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 5th level or higher, the damage increases by 1d10 for each slot level above 4th.


Damage Type: Psychic  ·  Psychic Damage Spells
Damage by Slot Level:
  • Level 4: 4d10
Saving Throw:
WIS
(On success: none)

Classes:

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Phantasmal Killer in D&D 5e?

Phantasmal Killer is available to the following classes: Wizard.

Is Phantasmal Killer a concentration spell in D&D 5e?

Yes, Phantasmal Killer requires concentration and lasts up to Up to 1 minute.

What level is Phantasmal Killer in D&D 5e?

Phantasmal Killer is a 4th-level Illusion spell.

How much damage does Phantasmal Killer do in D&D 5e?

Phantasmal Killer deals 4d10 Psychic 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 Phantasmal Killer in D&D 5e?

Phantasmal Killer has a range of 120 feet and a casting time of 1 action in D&D 5th Edition.

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