Augury 5e
Level 2 Divination • Ritual
Augury is a level 2 divination spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 minute, range: Self, duration: Instantaneous. Available to Cleric.
Casting Time
1 minute
Range
Self
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S, M (specially marked sticks, bones, or similar tokens worth at least 25 gp)
By casting gem-inlaid sticks, rolling dragon bones, laying out ornate cards, or employing some other divining tool, you receive an omen from an otherworldly entity about the results of a specific course of action that you plan to take within the next 30 minutes. The GM chooses from the following possible omens:
- *Weal*, for good results
- *Woe*, for bad results
- *Weal and woe*, for both good and bad results
- *Nothing*, for results that aren't especially good or bad
The spell doesn't take into account any possible circumstances that might change the outcome, such as the casting of additional spells or the loss or gain of a companion.
If you cast the spell two or more times before completing your next long rest, there is a cumulative 25 percent chance for each casting after the first that you get a random reading. The GM makes this roll in secret.
Spellcasting & Tactical Insights
Action Economy
Standard Action • Primary turn investment.
Concentration
No Concentration • Safe to stack with persistent effects.
School Role
Divination: Gathers knowledge, scries distant locales, and foretells events. Ideal for DM information dumps and player scouting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level spell is Augury and what school does it belong to?
Augury is a Level 2 spell belonging to the school of Divination in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of Augury?
Augury has a casting time of 1 minute, range of Self, and duration of Instantaneous.
Does Augury require concentration or ritual casting?
No, Augury does not require Concentration. It can also be cast as a Ritual.
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