Sword of Life Stealing
Rare Weapons (requires attunement)
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Sword of Life Stealing: Rare Weapons (requires attunement). Weapon (Glaive, Greatsword, Longsword, Rapier, Scimitar, or Shortsword) When you attack a creature with this magic weapon and roll a 20 on the d20 for the attack roll, that target takes an extra 15 Necrotic damage if it isn'ta Construct or an Undead, and you…
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Weapon (Glaive, Greatsword, Longsword, Rapier, Scimitar, or Shortsword)
When you attack a creature with this magic weapon and roll a 20 on the d20 for the attack roll, that target takes an extra 15 Necrotic damage if it isn'ta Construct or an Undead, and you gain Temporary Hit Points equal to the amount of Necrotic damage taken.
Common questions
Does Sword of Life Stealing require attunement?
Yes. Sword of Life Stealing requires attunement.
How rare is Sword of Life Stealing?
Sword of Life Stealing is a rare weapon in the 2024 D&D rules.
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