Aura of Life
4th-level Abjuration
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Aura of Life is a 4th-level abjuration spell in D&D 5e (2024). An aura radiates from you in a 30-foot Emanation for the duration. While in the aura, you and your allies have Resistance to Necrotic damage, and your Hit Point maximums can't be reduced. If an ally with 0 Hit Points starts its turn in the aura, that ally…
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- Self
- Components
- V
- Duration
- Concentration, up to 10 minutes
- Damage Type
- Necrotic
- Classes
- Cleric, Paladin
An aura radiates from you in a 30-foot Emanation for the duration. While in the aura, you and your allies have Resistance to Necrotic damage, and your Hit Point maximums can't be reduced. If an ally with 0 Hit Points starts its turn in the aura, that ally regains 1 Hit Point.
Common questions
What level is Aura of Life?
Aura of Life is a 4th-level abjuration spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Aura of Life?
Aura of Life has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of Self.
Does Aura of Life require concentration?
Yes. Aura of Life requires concentration, lasting 10 minutes.