Spell Guides

Hey, new caster buddy, Acid Arrow is a classic 2nd-level single-target blaster that's been around since AD&D, but in 5e it's solidly mediocre—think 'situational...

Hey new caster, Acid Splash is a cantrip that lets you hurl acid at one creature or two within 5 feet of each other within 60 feet, dealing 1d6 acid damage (sca...

Hey, new caster friend—Aid is one of those spells that separates the noobs from the table veterans. This 2nd-level abjuration gem from the Cleric and Paladin li...

Listen up, new caster: Alarm is a 1st-level ritual abjuration spell that's deceptively powerful for what it does—securing a small area (door, window, or 20-ft c...

Alter Self is a 2nd-level transmutation spell exclusive to Sorcerers and Wizards that lets you pick one of three forms: Aquatic Adaptation (gills and swim speed...

Listen up, new caster buddy—Animal Friendship is one of those spells that sounds adorable on paper but rarely pulls its weight at the table. It's a 1st-level en...

Hey, new caster—Animal Messenger is a Situational ritual that's pure gold in intrigue-filled campaigns with travel and distant allies, but a total pass for dung...

Listen up, new Druid player: Animal Shapes is a Situational powerhouse at 8th level, but only if your campaign emphasizes exploration and utility over hack-and-...

Hey, new caster friend—Animate Dead is one of those spells that separates the dabblers from the true necromantic overlords. At 3rd level, it kicks off your unde...

> Quick Answer: Excellent - Animate Objects is the premier 5th-level single-target nuker, summoning 10 Tiny objects for 65 average DPR over 1 minute, perfect fo...

Listen up, new Druid player: Antilife Shell is a Situational gem that turns you into a walking no-fly zone for living critters. At 5th level, this Abjuration sp...

Listen, kid, Antimagic Field is the nuclear option for casters facing down other casters or magic-abusing bosses. This 10-foot invisible sphere centered on you...