Gentle Repose
2nd-level Necromancy
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Gentle Repose is a 2nd-level necromancy spell in D&D 5e (2024). You touch a corpse or other remains. For the duration, the target is protected from decay and can't become Undead. The spell also effectively extends the time limit on raising the target from the dead, since days spent under the influence of this spell…
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- Touch
- Components
- V, S, M (2 Copper Pieces, which the spell consumes)
- Duration
- 10 days
- Ritual
- Yes
- Classes
- Cleric, Paladin, Wizard
You touch a corpse or other remains. For the duration, the target is protected from decay and can't become Undead. The spell also effectively extends the time limit on raising the target from the dead, since days spent under the influence of this spell don't count against the time limit of spells such as Raise Dead.
Common questions
What level is Gentle Repose?
Gentle Repose is a 2nd-level necromancy spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Gentle Repose?
Gentle Repose has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of Touch.
Does Gentle Repose require concentration?
No. Gentle Repose does not require concentration.