Fire Bolt 5e
Evocation cantrip
Fire Bolt is a evocation cantrip in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 120 feet, duration: Instantaneous. Available to Sorcerer, Wizard.
Casting Time
1 action
Range
120 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
You hurl a mote of fire at a creature or object within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d10 fire damage. A flammable object hit by this spell ignites if it isn't being worn or carried.
This spell's damage increases by 1d10 when you reach 5th level (2d10), 11th level (3d10), and 17th level (4d10).
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 Fire Bolt and what school does it belong to?
Fire Bolt is a cantrip belonging to the school of Evocation in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of Fire Bolt?
Fire Bolt has a casting time of 1 action, range of 120 feet, and duration of Instantaneous.
Does Fire Bolt require concentration or ritual casting?
No, Fire Bolt does not require Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.
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