Acid Arrow 5e
Level 2 Evocation
Acid Arrow is a level 2 evocation spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 90 feet, duration: Instantaneous. Available to Wizard.
Casting Time
1 action
Range
90 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S, M (powdered rhubarb leaf and an adder's stomach)
A shimmering green arrow streaks toward a target within range and bursts in a spray of acid. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 4d4 acid damage immediately and 2d4 acid damage at the end of its next turn. On a miss, the arrow splashes the target with acid for half as much of the initial damage and no damage at the end of its next turn.
At Higher Levels. When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, the damage (both initial and later) increases by 1d4 for each slot level above 2nd.
Spellcasting & Tactical Insights
Action Economy
Standard Action • Primary turn investment.
Concentration
No Concentration • Safe to stack with persistent effects.
School Role
Evocation: Channels raw elemental energy. Delivers explosive area-of-effect damage, healing magic, or elemental barriers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level spell is Acid Arrow and what school does it belong to?
Acid Arrow is a Level 2 spell belonging to the school of Evocation in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of Acid Arrow?
Acid Arrow has a casting time of 1 action, range of 90 feet, and duration of Instantaneous.
Does Acid Arrow require concentration or ritual casting?
No, Acid Arrow does not require Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.
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