Searing Smite
1st-level Evocation
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Searing Smite is a 1st-level evocation spell in D&D 5e (2024). As you hit the target, it takes an extra 1d6 Fire damage from the attack. At the start of each of its turns until the spell ends, the target takes 1d6 Fire damage and then makes a Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, the spell continues. On a…
- Casting Time
- bonus-action
- Range
- Self
- Duration
- 1 minute
- Damage Type
- Fire
- Classes
- Paladin
As you hit the target, it takes an extra 1d6 Fire damage from the attack. At the start of each of its turns until the spell ends, the target takes 1d6 Fire damage and then makes a Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, the spell continues. On a successful save, the spell ends.
Using a higher-level spell slot
All the damage increases by 1d6 for each spell slot level above 1.
Common questions
What level is Searing Smite?
Searing Smite is a 1st-level evocation spell in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Searing Smite?
Searing Smite has a casting time of bonus-action, with a range of Self.
Does Searing Smite require concentration?
No. Searing Smite does not require concentration.
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