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Power Word Stun 5e

Level 8 Enchantment

Power Word Stun is a level 8 enchantment spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 60 feet, duration: Instantaneous. Available to Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard.

Casting Time

1 action

Range

60 feet

Duration

Instantaneous

Components

V

Enchantment Level 8

You speak a word of power that can overwhelm the mind of one creature you can see within range, leaving it dumbfounded. If the target has 150 hit points or fewer, it is stunned. Otherwise, the spell has no effect.

The stunned target must make a Constitution saving throw at the end of each of its turns. On a successful save, this stunning effect ends.

Classes Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard

Spellcasting & Tactical Insights

Action Economy

Standard Action • Primary turn investment.

Concentration

No Concentration • Safe to stack with persistent effects.

School Role

Enchantment: Influences minds and wills. Can turn enemies into temporary allies or inflict severe crowd-control debuffs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What level spell is Power Word Stun and what school does it belong to?

Power Word Stun is a Level 8 spell belonging to the school of Enchantment in D&D 5e.

What are the casting time, range, and duration of Power Word Stun?

Power Word Stun has a casting time of 1 action, range of 60 feet, and duration of Instantaneous.

Does Power Word Stun require concentration or ritual casting?

No, Power Word Stun does not require Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.

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