Fire Bolt
Evocation Cantrip
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Fire Bolt is an evocation cantrip spell in D&D 5e (2024). You hurl a mote of fire at a creature or an object within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d10 Fire damage. A flammable object hit by this spell starts burning if it isn't being worn or carried.
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 120 feet
- Components
- V, S
- Duration
- Instantaneous
- Damage Type
- Fire
- Classes
- Sorcerer, Wizard
You hurl a mote of fire at a creature or an object within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d10 Fire damage. A flammable object hit by this spell starts burning if it isn't being worn or carried.
Using a higher-level spell slot
The damage increases by 1d10 when you reach levels 5 (2d10), 11 (3d10), and 17 (4d10).
Common questions
What level is Fire Bolt?
Fire Bolt is a cantrip (level 0) from the Evocation school in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Fire Bolt?
Fire Bolt has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 120 feet.
Does Fire Bolt require concentration?
No. Fire Bolt does not require concentration.