Hypnotic Pattern
3rd-level Illusion
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Hypnotic Pattern is a 3rd-level illusion spell in D&D 5e (2024). You create a twisting pattern of colors in a 30-foot Cube within range. The pattern appears for a moment and vanishes. Each creature in the area who can see the pattern must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw or have the Charmed condition for the…
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 120 feet
- Components
- S, M (a pinch of confetti)
- Duration
- Concentration, up to 1 minute
- Classes
- Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
You create a twisting pattern of colors in a 30-foot Cube within range. The pattern appears for a moment and vanishes. Each creature in the area who can see the pattern must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw or have the Charmed condition for the duration. While Charmed, the creature has the Incapacitated condition and a Speed of 0. The spell ends for an affected creature if it takes any damage or if someone else uses an action to shake the creature out of its stupor.
Common questions
What level is Hypnotic Pattern?
Hypnotic Pattern is a 3rd-level illusion spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Hypnotic Pattern?
Hypnotic Pattern has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 120 feet.
Does Hypnotic Pattern require concentration?
Yes. Hypnotic Pattern requires concentration, lasting 1 minute.
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