Sacred Flame 5e
Evocation cantrip
Sacred Flame is a evocation cantrip in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 60 feet, duration: Instantaneous. Available to Cleric.
Casting Time
1 action
Range
60 feet
Duration
Instantaneous
Components
V, S
Flame-like radiance descends on a creature that you can see within range. The target must succeed on a Dexterity saving throw or take 1d8 radiant damage. The target gains no benefit from cover for this saving throw.
The spell's damage increases by 1d8 when you reach 5th level (2d8), 11th level (3d8), and 17th level (4d8).
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 Sacred Flame and what school does it belong to?
Sacred Flame is a cantrip belonging to the school of Evocation in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of Sacred Flame?
Sacred Flame has a casting time of 1 action, range of 60 feet, and duration of Instantaneous.
Does Sacred Flame require concentration or ritual casting?
No, Sacred Flame does not require Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.
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