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Animal Shapes 5e

Level 8 Transmutation

Animal Shapes is a level 8 transmutation spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 30 feet, duration: Concentration, up to 24 hours. Available to Druid.

Casting Time

1 action

Range

30 feet

Duration

Concentration, up to 24 hours

Components

V, S

Transmutation Level 8

Your magic turns others into beasts. Choose any number of willing creatures that you can see within range. You transform each target into the form of a Large or smaller beast with a challenge rating of 4 or lower. On subsequent turns, you can use your action to transform affected creatures into new forms.

The transformation lasts for the duration for each target, or until the target drops to 0 hit points or dies. You can choose a different form for each target. A target's game statistics are replaced by the statistics of the chosen beast, though the target retains its alignment and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores. The target assumes the hit points of its new form, and when it reverts to its normal form, it returns to the number of hit points it had before it transformed. If it reverts as a result of dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over to its normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn't reduce the creature's normal form to 0 hit points, it isn't knocked unconscious. The creature is limited in the actions it can perform by the nature of its new form, and it can't speak or cast spells.

The target's gear melds into the new form. The target can't activate, wield, or otherwise benefit from any of its equipment.

Classes Druid

Spellcasting & Tactical Insights

Action Economy

Standard Action • Primary turn investment.

Concentration

Requires Concentration (taking damage triggers DC 10 / half-damage Con saves).

School Role

Transmutation: Alters properties of physical matter or creatures. Provides flexible buffs, environmental reshaping, and mobility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What level spell is Animal Shapes and what school does it belong to?

Animal Shapes is a Level 8 spell belonging to the school of Transmutation in D&D 5e.

What are the casting time, range, and duration of Animal Shapes?

Animal Shapes has a casting time of 1 action, range of 30 feet, and duration of Concentration, up to 24 hours.

Does Animal Shapes require concentration or ritual casting?

Yes, Animal Shapes requires Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.

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