Dancing Lights

Cantrip Evocation

Casting Time
1 action
Range
120 feet
Components
V, S, M (A bit of phosphorus or wychwood, or a glowworm.)
Duration
Up to 1 minute (concentration)
Classes
Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard

You create up to four torch-sized lights within range, making them appear as torches, lanterns, or glowing orbs that hover in the air for the duration. You can also combine the four lights into one glowing vaguely humanoid form of Medium size. Whichever form you choose, each light sheds dim light in a 10-foot radius.

As a bonus action on your turn, you can move the lights up to 60 feet to a new spot within range. A light must be within 20 feet of another light created by this spell, and a light winks out if it exceeds the spell's range.

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Frequently asked questions

What level is Dancing Lights in D&D 5e?

Dancing Lights is a cantrip (0-level Evocation spell).

What classes can cast Dancing Lights?

Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard have Dancing Lights on their spell list in the SRD.

What is the casting time and range of Dancing Lights?

Dancing Lights has a casting time of 1 action and a range of 120 feet. Its duration is Up to 1 minute (requires concentration).