Mending

Transmutation Cantrip

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

Mending is a transmutation cantrip spell in D&D 5e (2024). This spell repairs a single break or tear in an object you touch, such as a broken chain link, two halves of a broken key, a torn cloak, or a leaking wineskin. As long as the break or tear is no larger than 1 foot in any dimension, you mend it, leaving no…

Casting Time
1 minute
Range
Touch
Components
V, S, M (two lodestones)
Duration
Instantaneous
Classes
Bard, Cleric, Druid, Sorcerer, Wizard

This spell repairs a single break or tear in an object you touch, such as a broken chain link, two halves of a broken key, a torn cloak, or a leaking wineskin. As long as the break or tear is no larger than 1 foot in any dimension, you mend it, leaving no trace of the former damage. This spell can physically repair a magic item, but it can't restore magic to such an object.

Common questions

What level is Mending?

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

What is the casting time of Mending?

Mending has a casting time of 1 minute, with a range of Touch.

Does Mending require concentration?

No. Mending does not require concentration.

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