I started this blog as a way to force myself to learn the D&D 5e Spells and then other things got added and it started to seem useful. I'm still adding spells, but It's not my day job, so I might be a bit slow about it. ~Dave
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Mage Hand
Classes: Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
level: Cantrip
School: Conjuration
Casting Time: 1 Action
This is another great utility spell. There are a lot of times when having an extra hand 30ft away is useful, especially in the first few levels. I think combining this with other cantrips like prestidigitation, and dancing lights can make for a great show.
Detect Magic
Classes: Artificer, Bard, Cleric, Druid, Paladin, Ranger, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
level: 1
School: Divination
Casting Time: 1 Action
Concentration, Ritual
Detect Magic – Can it be used to see invisible objects or creatures? Let’s review!
Dancing Lights
Classes: Artificer, Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard
level: Cantrip
School: Evocation
Casting Time: 1 Action
Concentration
Dancing Lights: Not just a great cat toy for your familiar, but also fun at raves!
Toll the Dead
Classes: Cleric, Warlock, Wizard
level: Cantrip
School: Necromancy
Casting Time: 1 Action
Spell review for 5th Edition Toll the Dead Cantrip from Xanathar’s Guide to Everything
Beast Bond
Classes: Druid, Ranger
level: 1
School: Divination
Casting Time: 1 Action
Concentration
Beast Bond- if your Ranger or Druid is jealous of your Warlock’s familiar, keep this spell handy.
Animal Friendship
Classes: Bard, Druid, Ranger
level: 1
School: Enchantment
Casting Time: 1 Action
Animal Friendship – Combo with Speak with Animals or you might be disappointed. Still a great spell, though.
Spare the Dying
Classes: Artificer, Cleric
level: Cantrip
School: Necromancy
Casting Time: 1 Action
Spare the Dying – Remember when this cantrip was legit over-powered? Good times…
Arms of Hadar
Classes: Warlock
level: 1
School: Conjuration
Casting Time: 1 Action
Arms of Hadar – Your caster erupts with necrotic tendrils damaging everybody with 10 feet.
Scrying
Classes: Bard, Cleric, Druid, Warlock, Wizard
level: 5
School: Divination
Casting Time: 10 Minutes
Concentration
Scrying – how can it be used best by players and DMs? PS, don’t let it ruin your game.
Blade Ward
Classes: Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
level: Cantrip
School: Abjuration
Casting Time: 1 Action
Would you give up an action in one turn to reduce the damage you’re going to take for ONE round?
Light
Classes: Artificer, Bard, Cleric, Sorcerer, Wizard
level: Cantrip
School: Evocation
Casting Time: 1 Action
This is probably one of the best utility spells in the game, and as a cantrip that makes it awesome.
Chromatic Orb
Classes: Sorcerer, Wizard
level: 1
School: Evocation
Casting Time: 1 Action
Chromatic Orb – Choose your damage type with this spell! And, can it be a utility spell?
Absorb Elements
Classes: Artificer, Druid, Ranger, Sorcerer, Wizard
level: 1
School: Abjuration
Casting Time: 1 Reaction
Absorb Elements – Take some of that damage and give it right back.
Create Bonfire
Classes: Artificer, Druid, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
level: Cantrip
School: Conjuration
Casting Time: 1 Action
Concentration
Create Bonfire: It sounds like a great trick for beach parties, but it’s actually a dangerous cantrip-level spell.
Bless
Classes: Cleric, Paladin
level: 1
School: Enchantment
Casting Time: 1 Action
Concentration
Bless- Don’t overlook the utility of this 5E spell, at any level!
Thunderous Smite
Classes: Paladin
level: 1
School: Evocation
Casting Time: 1 Bonus Action
Concentration
Thunderous Smite – Loud and proud! This noisy Paladin spell can end a fight, but are you using it tactically?
Update: True Strike
Classes: Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
level: Cantrip
School: Divination
Casting Time: 1 Action
UPDATED! Spell review for 5th Edition True Strike Cantrip from D&D 5E. It might be good, now!
Moonbeam
Classes: Druid
level: 2
School: Evocation
Casting Time: 1 Action
Concentration
Moonbeam – See why wording in a spell description can be so important
