Circle of Death
6th-level Necromancy
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Circle of Death is a 6th-level necromancy spell in D&D 5e (2024). Negative energy ripples out in a 60-foot-radius Sphere from a point you choose within range. Each creature in that area makes a Constitution saving throw, taking 8d8 Necrotic damage on a failed save or half as much damage on a successful one.
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 150 feet
- Components
- V, S, M (the powder of a crushed black pearl worth 500+ GP)
- Duration
- Instantaneous
- Damage Type
- Necrotic
- Classes
- Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
Negative energy ripples out in a 60-foot-radius Sphere from a point you choose within range. Each creature in that area makes a Constitution saving throw, taking 8d8 Necrotic damage on a failed save or half as much damage on a successful one.
Using a higher-level spell slot
The damage increases by 2d8 for each spell slot level above 6.
Common questions
What level is Circle of Death?
Circle of Death is a 6th-level necromancy spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Circle of Death?
Circle of Death has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 150 feet.
Does Circle of Death require concentration?
No. Circle of Death does not require concentration.
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