Dancing Lights
Illusion Cantrip
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Dancing Lights is an illusion cantrip spell in D&D 5e (2024). You create up to four torch-size lights within range, making them appear as torches, lanterns, or glowing orbs that hover for the duration. Alternatively, you combine the four lights into one glowing Medium form that is vaguely humanlike. Whichever form…
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 120 feet
- Components
- V, S, M (a bit of phosphorus)
- Duration
- Concentration, up to 1 minute
- Classes
- Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard
You create up to four torch-size lights within range, making them appear as torches, lanterns, or glowing orbs that hover for the duration. Alternatively, you combine the four lights into one glowing Medium form that is vaguely humanlike. Whichever form you choose, each light sheds Dim Light in a 10 foot radius. As a Bonus Action, you can move the lights up to 60 feet to a space within range. A light must be within 20 feet of another light created by this spell, and a light vanishes if it exceeds the spell's range.
Common questions
What level is Dancing Lights?
Dancing Lights is a cantrip (level 0) from the Illusion school in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Dancing Lights?
Dancing Lights has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 120 feet.
Does Dancing Lights require concentration?
Yes. Dancing Lights requires concentration, lasting 1 minute.
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