Dissonant Whispers
1st-level Enchantment
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Dissonant Whispers is a 1st-level enchantment spell in D&D 5e (2024). One creature of your choice that you can see within range hears a discordant melody in its mind. The target makes a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, it takes 3d6 Psychic damage and must immediately use its Reaction, if available, to move as…
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 60 feet
- Components
- V
- Duration
- Instantaneous
- Damage Type
- Psychic
- Classes
- Bard
One creature of your choice that you can see within range hears a discordant melody in its mind. The target makes a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, it takes 3d6 Psychic damage and must immediately use its Reaction, if available, to move as far away from you as it can, using the safest route. On a successful save, the target takes half as much damage only.
Common questions
What level is Dissonant Whispers?
Dissonant Whispers is a 1st-level enchantment spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Dissonant Whispers?
Dissonant Whispers has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 60 feet.
Does Dissonant Whispers require concentration?
No. Dissonant Whispers does not require concentration.
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