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Hex

5.5e
1st Level
Enchantment
Concentration

Casting Time

Bonus Action

Range

90 feet

Components

V, S, M (the petrified eye of a newt)

Duration

Concentration, up to 1 hour

Description

You place a curse on a creature that you can see within range. Until the spell ends, you deal an extra 1d6 Necrotic damage to the target whenever you hit it with an attack roll. Also, choose one ability when you cast the spell. The target has Disadvantage on ability checks made with the chosen ability. If the target drops to 0 Hit Points before this spell ends, you can use a Bonus Action on a later turn to curse a new creature.

At Higher Levels

Your Concentration can last longer with a spell slot of level 2 (up to 4 hours), 3-4 (up to 8 hours), or 5+ (24 hours).

Available To

Warlock

Source: Player's Handbook (2024)

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