Alarm

1st-level Abjuration (ritual)

Casting Time
1 minute
Range
30 feet
Components
V, S, M (A tiny bell and a piece of fine silver wire.)
Duration
8 hours
Classes
Ranger, Wizard

You set an alarm against unwanted intrusion. Choose a door, a window, or an area within range that is no larger than a 20-foot cube. Until the spell ends, an alarm alerts you whenever a Tiny or larger creature touches or enters the warded area. When you cast the spell, you can designate creatures that won't set off the alarm. You also choose whether the alarm is mental or audible.

A mental alarm alerts you with a ping in your mind if you are within 1 mile of the warded area. This ping awakens you if you are sleeping.

An audible alarm produces the sound of a hand bell for 10 seconds within 60 feet.

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Frequently asked questions

What level is Alarm in D&D 5e?

Alarm is a 1st-level Abjuration spell.

What classes can cast Alarm?

Ranger, Wizard have Alarm on their spell list in the SRD.

What is the casting time and range of Alarm?

Alarm has a casting time of 1 minute and a range of 30 feet. Its duration is 8 hours.