Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Thunderwave 5e Spell: Damage, Range, and Rules

Thunderwave is a 1st-level Evocation spell for Bard, Druid, Sorcerer, Wizard. Casting time: 1 action. Range: Self. Duration: Instantaneous. It deals 2d8 Thunder damage at its base level.



Thunderwave

1st-level Evocation
Casting Time 1 action
Range Self
Components V, S
Duration Instantaneous

A wave of thunderous force sweeps out from you. Each creature in a 15-foot cube originating from you must make a constitution saving throw. On a failed save, a creature takes 2d8 thunder damage and is pushed 10 feet away from you. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isn't pushed.

In addition, unsecured objects that are completely within the area of effect are automatically pushed 10 feet away from you by the spell's effect, and the spell emits a thunderous boom audible out to 300 feet.

At Higher Levels:

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the damage increases by 1d8 for each slot level above 1st.


Damage Type: Thunder  ·  Thunder Damage Spells
Damage by Slot Level:
  • Level 1: 2d8
  • Level 2: 3d8
  • Level 3: 4d8
  • Level 4: 5d8
  • Level 5: 6d8
  • Level 6: 7d8
  • Level 7: 8d8
  • Level 8: 9d8
  • Level 9: 10d8
Saving Throw:
CON
(On success: half)
Area of Effect:
15 ft. cube

Classes:
Subclasses:
Lore

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can cast Thunderwave in D&D 5e?

Thunderwave is available to the following classes: Bard, Druid, Sorcerer, Wizard. It is also available to these subclasses: Lore.

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

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

What level is Thunderwave in D&D 5e?

Thunderwave is a 1st-level Evocation spell.

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

Thunderwave deals 2d8 Thunder 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 Thunderwave in D&D 5e?

Thunderwave has a range of Self 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)