Shapechange

Level 9 Transmutation

Shapechange is a level 9 transmutation spell in D&D 5e (2024 rules), available to the Druid, Psion, Wizard. Casting time: Action. Range: Self. Duration: Concentration, up to 1 hour.

Level
Level 9
School
Transmutation
Casting Time
Action
Range
Self
Components
V, S, M
Duration
Concentration, up to 1 hour

M (worth 1500+ gp)

Description

You assume the form of a different creature for the duration. The new form can be of any creature with a Challenge Rating equal to your level or lower. The creature can't be a Construct or an Undead. Your game statistics are replaced by the statistics of the chosen creature, though you retain your alignment and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores. You also retain all of your skill and saving throw proficiencies, in addition to gaining those of the creature. You assume the Hit Points and Hit Dice of the new form. When you revert to your normal form, you return to the number of Hit Points you had before you transformed. If you revert as a result of dropping to 0 Hit Points, any excess damage carries over to your normal form.

Classes that can cast Shapechange

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