Poison Spray
Necromancy Cantrip
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Poison Spray is a necromancy cantrip spell in D&D 5e (2024). You spray toxic mist at a creature within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d12 Poison damage.
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 30 feet
- Components
- V, S
- Duration
- Instantaneous
- Damage Type
- Poison
- Classes
- Druid, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard
You spray toxic mist at a creature within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d12 Poison damage.
Using a higher-level spell slot
The damage increases by 1d12 when you reach levels 5 (2d12), 11 (3d12), and 17 (4d12).
Common questions
What level is Poison Spray?
Poison Spray is a cantrip (level 0) from the Necromancy school in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Poison Spray?
Poison Spray has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 30 feet.
Does Poison Spray require concentration?
No. Poison Spray does not require concentration.