Inflict Wounds

1st-level Necromancy

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

Inflict Wounds is a 1st-level necromancy spell in D&D 5e (2024). A creature you touch makes a Constitution saving throw, taking 2d10 Necrotic damage on a failed save or half as much damage on a successful one.

Casting Time
1 action
Range
Touch
Components
V, S
Duration
Instantaneous
Damage Type
Necrotic
Classes
Cleric

A creature you touch makes a Constitution saving throw, taking 2d10 Necrotic damage on a failed save or half as much damage on a successful one.

Using a higher-level spell slot

The damage increases by 1d10 for each spell slot level above 1.

Common questions

What level is Inflict Wounds?

Inflict Wounds is a 1st-level necromancy spell in the 2024 D&D rules.

What is the casting time of Inflict Wounds?

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

Does Inflict Wounds require concentration?

No. Inflict Wounds does not require concentration.

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