Vampiric Touch3rd-level Necromancy · Concentration
A 3rd-level necromancy spell for warlocks and wizards. 3d6 necrotic damage.
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Vampiric Touch
3rd-level Necromancy
Vampiric Touch
Components: V, S
The touch of your shadow-wreathed hand can siphon life force from others to heal your wounds. Make a melee spell attack against a creature within your reach. On a hit, the target takes 3d6 necrotic damage, and you regain hit points equal to half the amount of necrotic damage dealt. Until the spell ends, you can make the attack again on each of your turns as an action.
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Warlock · level 5 · pre-filled
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What level spell is Vampiric Touch in 5e?
Vampiric Touch is a 3rd-level necromancy spell, so casting it costs a 3rd-level slot or higher.
What classes can cast Vampiric Touch?
Vampiric Touch appears on the warlock and wizard spell lists in the SRD. Subclasses that draw from the wizard list, such as the Arcane Trickster and Eldritch Knight, can also gain access.
How much damage does Vampiric Touch do?
3d6 necrotic damage. Cast with a 4th-level slot it deals 4d6.
Does Vampiric Touch require concentration?
Yes. Vampiric Touch requires concentration (up to 1 minute), so it ends if you cast another concentration spell, or if you fail a Constitution save after taking damage.
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