Spiritual Weapon2nd-level Evocation
A 2nd-level evocation spell for clerics. 1d8 + MOD force damage.
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Spiritual Weapon
2nd-level Evocation
Spiritual Weapon
Components: V, S
You create a floating, spectral weapon within range that lasts for the duration or until you cast this spell again. When you cast the spell, you can make a melee spell attack against a creature within 5 feet of the weapon. On a hit, the target takes force damage equal to 1d8 + your spellcasting ability modifier.
As a bonus action on your turn, you can move the weapon up to 20 feet and repeat the attack against a creature within 5 feet of it.
The weapon can take whatever form you choose. Clerics of deities who are associated with a particular weapon (as St. Cuthbert is known for his mace and Thor for his hammer) make this spell's effect resemble that weapon.
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Same level, or same school.
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Spiritual Weapon, Answered
What level spell is Spiritual Weapon in 5e?
Spiritual Weapon is a 2nd-level evocation spell, so casting it costs a 2nd-level slot or higher.
What classes can cast Spiritual Weapon?
Spiritual Weapon appears on the cleric spell list in the SRD.
How much damage does Spiritual Weapon do?
1d8 + MOD force damage. Cast with a 3rd-level slot it deals 1d8 + MOD.
Does Spiritual Weapon require concentration?
No. Spiritual Weapon does not require concentration, so it runs alongside any concentration spell you already have up. Duration: 1 minute.
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