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Mirror Image 5e

Level 2 Illusion

Mirror Image is a level 2 illusion spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: Self, duration: 1 minute. Available to Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard.

Casting Time

1 action

Range

Self

Duration

1 minute

Components

V, S

Illusion Level 2

Three illusory duplicates of yourself appear in your space. Until the spell ends, the duplicates move with you and mimic your actions, shifting position so it's impossible to track which image is real. You can use your action to dismiss the illusory duplicates.

Each time a creature targets you with an attack during the spell's duration, roll a d20 to determine whether the attack instead targets one of your duplicates.

If you have three duplicates, you must roll a 6 or higher to change the attack's target to a duplicate. With two duplicates, you must roll an 8 or higher. With one duplicate, you must roll an 11 or higher.

A duplicate's AC equals 10 + your Dexterity modifier. If an attack hits a duplicate, the duplicate is destroyed. A duplicate can be destroyed only by an attack that hits it. It ignores all other damage and effects. The spell ends when all three duplicates are destroyed.

A creature is unaffected by this spell if it can't see, if it relies on senses other than sight, such as blindsight, or if it can perceive illusions as false, as with truesight.

Classes Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard

Spellcasting & Tactical Insights

Action Economy

Standard Action • Primary turn investment.

Concentration

No Concentration • Safe to stack with persistent effects.

School Role

Illusion: Deceives senses and warps perception. Best used for creative diversions, stealth cover, and manipulating NPCs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What level spell is Mirror Image and what school does it belong to?

Mirror Image is a Level 2 spell belonging to the school of Illusion in D&D 5e.

What are the casting time, range, and duration of Mirror Image?

Mirror Image has a casting time of 1 action, range of Self, and duration of 1 minute.

Does Mirror Image require concentration or ritual casting?

No, Mirror Image does not require Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.

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