Phantasmal Killer

4th-level Illusion

Casting Time
1 action
Range
120 feet
Components
V, S
Duration
Up to 1 minute (concentration)
Classes
Wizard

You tap into the nightmares of a creature you can see within range and create an illusory manifestation of its deepest fears, visible only to that creature. The target must make a wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target becomes frightened for the duration. At the start of each of the target's turns before the spell ends, the target must succeed on a wisdom saving throw or take 4d10 psychic damage. On a successful save, the spell ends.

At Higher Levels

When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 5th level or higher, the damage increases by 1d10 for each slot level above 4th.

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Frequently asked questions

What level is Phantasmal Killer in D&D 5e?

Phantasmal Killer is a 4th-level Illusion spell.

What classes can cast Phantasmal Killer?

Wizard have Phantasmal Killer on their spell list in the SRD.

What is the casting time and range of Phantasmal Killer?

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