Hex

Level 1 Enchantment

Hex is a level 1 enchantment spell in D&D 5e (2024 rules), available to the Warlock. Casting time: Bonus Action. Range: 90 feet. Duration: Concentration, up to 1 hour.

Level
Level 1
School
Enchantment
Casting Time
Bonus Action
Range
90 feet
Components
V, S, M
Duration
Concentration, up to 1 hour

M (a petrified eye of a newt)

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 take a Bonus Action on a subsequent turn to curse a new creature.

At Higher Levels

If you cast this spell using a 3rd- or 4th-level spell slot, you can maintain Concentration on the spell for up to 8 hours. If you use a 5th-level or higher spell slot, you can maintain Concentration for up to 24 hours.

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