False Life 5e
Level 1 Necromancy
False Life is a level 1 necromancy spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: Self, duration: 1 hour. Available to Sorcerer, Wizard.
Casting Time
1 action
Range
Self
Duration
1 hour
Components
V, S, M (a small amount of alcohol or distilled spirits)
Bolstering yourself with a necromantic facsimile of life, you gain 1d4 + 4 temporary hit points for the duration.
At Higher Levels. When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, you gain 5 additional temporary hit points for each slot level above 1st.
Spellcasting & Tactical Insights
Action Economy
Standard Action • Primary turn investment.
Concentration
No Concentration • Safe to stack with persistent effects.
School Role
Necromancy: Manipulates life, death, and vitality. Inflicts status effects, drains hit points, or animates undead minions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level spell is False Life and what school does it belong to?
False Life is a Level 1 spell belonging to the school of Necromancy in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of False Life?
False Life has a casting time of 1 action, range of Self, and duration of 1 hour.
Does False Life require concentration or ritual casting?
No, False Life does not require Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.
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