Silent Image

1st-level Illusion

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

Silent Image is a 1st-level illusion spell in D&D 5e (2024). You create the image of an object, a creature, or some other visible phenomenon that is no larger than a 15-foot Cube. The image appears at a spot within range and lasts for the duration. The image is purely visual; it isn't accompanied by sound, smell, or…

Casting Time
1 action
Range
60 feet
Components
V, S, M (a bit of fleece)
Duration
Concentration, up to 10 minutes
Classes
Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard

You create the image of an object, a creature, or some other visible phenomenon that is no larger than a 15-foot Cube. The image appears at a spot within range and lasts for the duration. The image is purely visual; it isn't accompanied by sound, smell, or other sensory effects. As a Magic action, you can cause the image to move to any spot within range. As the image changes location, you can alter its appearance so that its movements appear natural for the image. For example, if you create an image of a creature and move it, you can alter the image so that it appears to be walking. Physical interaction with the image reveals it to be an illusion, since things can pass through it. A creature that takes a Study action to examine the image can determine that it is an illusion with a successful Intelligence (Investigation) check against your spell save DC. If a creature discerns the illusion for what it is, the creature can see through the image.

Common questions

What level is Silent Image?

Silent Image is a 1st-level illusion spell in the 2024 D&D rules.

What is the casting time of Silent Image?

Silent Image has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 60 feet.

Does Silent Image require concentration?

Yes. Silent Image requires concentration, lasting 10 minutes.

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