Sword of Wounding
Rare Weapons (requires attunement)
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Sword of Wounding: Rare Weapons (requires attunement). Weapon (Glaive, Greatsword, Longsword, Rapier, Scimitar, or Shortsword) When you hit a creature with an attack using this magic weapon, the target takes an extra 2d6 Necrotic damage and must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or be unable to regain Hit…
- Rarity
- Rare
- Type
- Weapons
- Attunement
- Required
Weapon (Glaive, Greatsword, Longsword, Rapier, Scimitar, or Shortsword)
When you hit a creature with an attack using this magic weapon, the target takes an extra 2d6 Necrotic damage and must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or be unable to regain Hit Points for 1 hour. The target repeats the save at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
Common questions
Does Sword of Wounding require attunement?
Yes. Sword of Wounding requires attunement.
How rare is Sword of Wounding?
Sword of Wounding is a rare weapon in the 2024 D&D rules.
Drop Sword of Wounding into a character's inventory in The DM Screen.
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