Cloudkill 5e
Level 5 Conjuration
Cloudkill is a level 5 conjuration spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 120 feet, duration: Concentration, up to 10 minutes. Available to Sorcerer, Wizard.
Casting Time
1 action
Range
120 feet
Duration
Concentration, up to 10 minutes
Components
V, S
You create a 20-foot radius sphere of poisonous, yellow-green fog centered on a point you choose within range. The fog spreads around corners. It lasts for the duration or until strong wind disperses the fog, ending the spell. Its area is heavily obscured.
When a creature enters the spell's area for the first time on a turn or starts its turn there, that creature must make a Constitution saving throw. The creature takes 5d8 poison damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. Creatures are affected even if they hold their breath or don't need to breathe.
The fog moves 10 feet away from you at the start of each of your turns, rolling along the surface of the ground. The vapors, being heavier than air, sink to the lowest level of the land, even pouring down openings.
At Higher Levels. When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 6th level or higher, the damage increases by 1d8 for each slot level above 5th.
Spellcasting & Tactical Insights
Action Economy
Standard Action • Primary turn investment.
Concentration
Requires Concentration (taking damage triggers DC 10 / half-damage Con saves).
School Role
Conjuration: Transports objects, creatures, or energy. Often provides battlefield control, teleportation, or allied summons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level spell is Cloudkill and what school does it belong to?
Cloudkill is a Level 5 spell belonging to the school of Conjuration in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of Cloudkill?
Cloudkill has a casting time of 1 action, range of 120 feet, and duration of Concentration, up to 10 minutes.
Does Cloudkill require concentration or ritual casting?
Yes, Cloudkill requires Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.
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