Scorching Ray — D&D 5e Spell (2nd-level)

Q: What level spell is Scorching Ray?

Scorching Ray is a 2nd-level evocation.

Q: What are Scorching Ray's casting time and range?

Scorching Ray has a casting time of 1 action and a range of 120 feet, lasting instantaneous.

Q: Which classes can cast Scorching Ray?

Scorching Ray is on the spell list for the Sorcerer, Wizard.

Level2nd-level · Evocation

Casting Time1 action

Range120 feet

ComponentsV, S

DurationInstantaneous

ClassesSorcerer, Wizard

Description

You create three rays of fire and hurl them at targets within range. You can hurl them at one target or several.

Make a ranged spell attack for each ray. On a hit, the target takes 2d6 fire damage.

At Higher Levels

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, you create one additional ray for each slot level above 2nd.

Casting Scorching Ray

Scorching Ray is a 2nd-level evocation with a casting time of 1 action and a range of 120 feet. It doesn't need concentration, so it stacks with your other buffs.

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