Spare the Dying
Necromancy Cantrip
System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11
Spare the Dying is a necromancy cantrip spell in D&D 5e (2024). Choose a creature within range that has 0 Hit Points and isn't dead. The creature becomes Stable.
- Casting Time
- 1 action
- Range
- 15 feet
- Components
- V, S
- Duration
- Instantaneous
- Classes
- Cleric, Druid
Choose a creature within range that has 0 Hit Points and isn't dead. The creature becomes Stable.
Using a higher-level spell slot
The range doubles when you reach levels 5 (30 feet), 11 (60 feet), and 17 (120 feet).
Common questions
What level is Spare the Dying?
Spare the Dying is a cantrip (level 0) from the Necromancy school in the 2024 D&D rules.
What is the casting time of Spare the Dying?
Spare the Dying has a casting time of 1 action, with a range of 15 feet.
Does Spare the Dying require concentration?
No. Spare the Dying does not require concentration.
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