Protection from Energy
3rd-level Abjuration
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Protection from Energy is a 3rd-level abjuration spell in D&D 5e (2024). For the duration, the willing creature you touch has Resistance to one damage type of your choice: Acid, Cold, Fire, Lightning, or Thunder.
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- Touch
- Components
- V, S
- Duration
- Concentration, up to 1 hour
- Classes
- Cleric, Druid, Ranger, Sorcerer, Wizard
For the duration, the willing creature you touch has Resistance to one damage type of your choice: Acid, Cold, Fire, Lightning, or Thunder.
Common questions
What level is Protection from Energy?
Protection from Energy is a 3rd-level abjuration spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Protection from Energy?
Protection from Energy has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of Touch.
Does Protection from Energy require concentration?
Yes. Protection from Energy requires concentration, lasting 1 hour.