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.