Message 5e
Transmutation cantrip
Message is a transmutation cantrip in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 120 feet, duration: 1 round. Available to Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard.
Casting Time
1 action
Range
120 feet
Duration
1 round
Components
V, S, M (a short piece of copper wire)
You point your finger toward a creature within range and whisper a message. The target (and only the target) hears the message and can reply in a whisper that only you can hear.
You can cast this spell through solid objects if you are familiar with the target and know it is beyond the barrier. Magical silence, 1 foot of stone, 1 inch of common metal, a thin sheet of lead, or 3 feet of wood blocks the spell. The spell doesn't have to follow a straight line and can travel freely around corners or through openings.
Spellcasting & Tactical Insights
Action Economy
Standard Action • Primary turn investment.
Concentration
No Concentration • Safe to stack with persistent effects.
School Role
Transmutation: Alters properties of physical matter or creatures. Provides flexible buffs, environmental reshaping, and mobility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level spell is Message and what school does it belong to?
Message is a cantrip belonging to the school of Transmutation in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of Message?
Message has a casting time of 1 action, range of 120 feet, and duration of 1 round.
Does Message require concentration or ritual casting?
No, Message does not require Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.
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