Barkskin

2nd-level Transmutation

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

Barkskin is a 2nd-level transmutation spell in D&D 5e (2024). You touch a willing creature. Until the spell ends, the target's skin assumes a bark-like appearance, and the target has an Armor Class of 17 if its AC is lower than that.

Casting Time
bonus-action
Range
Touch
Components
V, S, M (a handful of bark)
Duration
1 hour
Classes
Druid, Ranger

You touch a willing creature. Until the spell ends, the target's skin assumes a bark-like appearance, and the target has an Armor Class of 17 if its AC is lower than that.

Common questions

What level is Barkskin?

Barkskin is a 2nd-level transmutation spell in the 2024 D&D rules.

What is the casting time of Barkskin?

Barkskin has a casting time of bonus-action, with a range of Touch.

Does Barkskin require concentration?

No. Barkskin does not require concentration.

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