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Thunderwave1st-level Evocation

A 1st-level evocation spell for bards, druids, sorcerers and wizards. 2d8 thunder damage in a 15-foot cube.

Level
1st
School
Evocation
Casting Time
1 action
Range
Self
Duration
Instantaneous

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Thunderwave

1st-level Evocation

Thunderwave

Casting
1 action
Range
Self
Duration
Instantaneous

Components: V, S

A wave of thunderous force sweeps out from you. Each creature in a 15-foot cube originating from you must make a constitution saving throw. On a failed save, a creature takes 2d8 thunder damage and is pushed 10 feet away from you. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isn't pushed.

In addition, unsecured objects that are completely within the area of effect are automatically pushed 10 feet away from you by the spell's effect, and the spell emits a thunderous boom audible out to 300 feet.

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Usage

At higher levelsWhen you cast this spell using a spell slot of 2nd level or higher, the damage increases by 1d8 for each slot level above 1st.

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What level spell is Thunderwave in 5e?

Thunderwave is a 1st-level evocation spell, so casting it costs a 1st-level slot or higher.

What classes can cast Thunderwave?

Thunderwave appears on the bard, druid, sorcerer and wizard spell lists in the SRD. Subclasses that draw from the wizard list, such as the Arcane Trickster and Eldritch Knight, can also gain access.

How much damage does Thunderwave do?

2d8 thunder damage in a 15-foot cube. Targets make a CON saving throw for half damage. Cast with a 2nd-level slot it deals 3d8.

Does Thunderwave require concentration?

No. Thunderwave does not require concentration, so it runs alongside any concentration spell you already have up. Duration: instantaneous.

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