Arcane Sword

7th-level Evocation

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

Arcane Sword is a 7th-level evocation spell in D&D 5e (2024). You create a spectral sword that hovers within range. It lasts for the duration. When the sword appears, you make a melee spell attack against a target within 5 feet of the sword. On a hit, the target takes Force damage equal to 4d12 plus your spellcasting…

Casting Time
1 action
Range
90 feet
Components
V, S, M (a miniature sword worth 250+ GP)
Duration
Concentration, up to 1 minute
Damage Type
Force
Classes
Bard, Wizard

You create a spectral sword that hovers within range. It lasts for the duration. When the sword appears, you make a melee spell attack against a target within 5 feet of the sword. On a hit, the target takes Force damage equal to 4d12 plus your spellcasting ability modifier. On your later turns, you can take a Bonus Action to move the sword up to 30 feet to a spot you can see and repeat the attack against the same target or a different one.

Common questions

What level is Arcane Sword?

Arcane Sword is a 7th-level evocation spell in the 2024 D&D rules.

What is the casting time of Arcane Sword?

Arcane Sword has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 90 feet.

Does Arcane Sword require concentration?

Yes. Arcane Sword requires concentration, lasting 1 minute.

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