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.

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