Guiding Bolt
1st-level Evocation
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Guiding Bolt is a 1st-level evocation spell in D&D 5e (2024). You hurl a bolt of light toward a creature within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, it takes 4d6 Radiant damage, and the next attack roll made against it before the end of your next turn has Advantage.
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 120 feet
- Components
- V, S
- Duration
- 1 round
- Damage Type
- Radiant
- Classes
- Cleric
You hurl a bolt of light toward a creature within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, it takes 4d6 Radiant damage, and the next attack roll made against it before the end of your next turn has Advantage.
Using a higher-level spell slot
The damage increases by 1d6 for each spell slot level above 1.
Common questions
What level is Guiding Bolt?
Guiding Bolt is a 1st-level evocation spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Guiding Bolt?
Guiding Bolt has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 120 feet.
Does Guiding Bolt require concentration?
No. Guiding Bolt does not require concentration.