Guidance

Divination Cantrip

System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11

Guidance is a divination cantrip spell in D&D 5e (2024). You touch a willing creature and choose a skill. Until the spell ends, the creature adds 1d4 to any ability check using the chosen skill.

Casting Time
1 action
Range
Touch
Components
V, S
Duration
Concentration, up to 1 minute
Classes
Cleric, Druid

You touch a willing creature and choose a skill. Until the spell ends, the creature adds 1d4 to any ability check using the chosen skill.

Common questions

What level is Guidance?

Guidance is a cantrip (level 0) from the Divination school in the 2024 D&D rules.

What is the casting time of Guidance?

Guidance has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of Touch.

Does Guidance require concentration?

Yes. Guidance requires concentration, lasting 1 minute.

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