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.