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Spare the Dying
Cantrip Necromancy
Spare the Dying
Components: V, S
You touch a living creature that has 0 hit points. The creature becomes stable. This spell has no effect on undead or constructs.
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Cleric · level 1 · pre-filled
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Spare the Dying, Answered
What level spell is Spare the Dying in 5e?
Spare the Dying is a necromancy cantrip, so it costs no spell slot and can be cast at will.
What classes can cast Spare the Dying?
Spare the Dying appears on the cleric spell list in the SRD.
Does Spare the Dying require concentration?
No. Spare the Dying does not require concentration, so it runs alongside any concentration spell you already have up. Duration: instantaneous.
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