Stinking Cloud 5e
Level 3 Conjuration
Stinking Cloud is a level 3 conjuration spell in D&D 5e. Casting time: 1 action, range: 90 feet, duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute. Available to Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard.
Casting Time
1 action
Range
90 feet
Duration
Concentration, up to 1 minute
Components
V, S, M (a rotten egg or several skunk cabbage leaves)
You create a 20-foot radius sphere of yellow, nauseating gas centered on a point within range. The cloud spreads around corners, and its area is heavily obscured. The cloud lingers in the air for the duration.
Each creature that is completely within the cloud at the start of its turn must make a Constitution saving throw against poison. On a failed save, the creature spends its action that turn retching and reeling. Creatures that don't need to breathe or are immune to poison automatically succeed on this saving throw.
A moderate wind (at least 10 miles per hour) disperses the cloud after 4 rounds. A strong wind (at least 20 miles per hour) disperses it after 1 round.
Spellcasting & Tactical Insights
Action Economy
Standard Action • Primary turn investment.
Concentration
Requires Concentration (taking damage triggers DC 10 / half-damage Con saves).
School Role
Conjuration: Transports objects, creatures, or energy. Often provides battlefield control, teleportation, or allied summons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level spell is Stinking Cloud and what school does it belong to?
Stinking Cloud is a Level 3 spell belonging to the school of Conjuration in D&D 5e.
What are the casting time, range, and duration of Stinking Cloud?
Stinking Cloud has a casting time of 1 action, range of 90 feet, and duration of Concentration, up to 1 minute.
Does Stinking Cloud require concentration or ritual casting?
Yes, Stinking Cloud requires Concentration. It cannot be cast as a ritual.
Use Stinking Cloud in your campaign
Dungeon Manager lets you add Stinking Cloud to your characters, reference it during sessions, and track spell slots across encounters — all free.