Acid Arrow

2nd-level Evocation

System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11

Acid Arrow is a 2nd-level evocation spell in D&D 5e (2024). A shimmering green arrow streaks toward a target within range and bursts in a spray of acid. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 4d4 Acid damage and 2d4 Acid damage at the end of its next turn. On a miss, the arrow…

Casting Time
1 action
Range
90 feet
Components
V, S, M (powdered rhubarb leaf)
Duration
Instantaneous
Damage Type
Acid
Classes
Wizard

A shimmering green arrow streaks toward a target within range and bursts in a spray of acid. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 4d4 Acid damage and 2d4 Acid damage at the end of its next turn. On a miss, the arrow splashes the target with acid for half as much of the initial damage only.

Using a higher-level spell slot

The damage (both initial and later) increases by 1d4 for each spell slot level above 2.

Common questions

What level is Acid Arrow?

Acid Arrow is a 2nd-level evocation spell in the 2024 D&D rules.

What is the casting time of Acid Arrow?

Acid Arrow has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 90 feet.

Does Acid Arrow require concentration?

No. Acid Arrow does not require concentration.