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'''Eldritch Knight''' is one of the [[Fighter#Level 3|Subclasses]] of [[Fighter]]. These Fighters specialize in [[Spells|spellcasting]], using their martial prowess and magic to attack enemies or support allies in combat. Eldritch Knights use [[Intelligence]] as their [[Spells#Spellcasting Ability and Proficiency|Spellcasting Ability]], and learn spells from the [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]], favouring the schools of [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] and [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]].
'''Eldritch Knight''' is one of the [[Fighter#Level 3|Subclasses]] of [[Fighter]]. These Fighters specialize in [[Spells|spellcasting]], using their martial prowess and magic to attack enemies or support allies in combat. Eldritch Knights use [[Intelligence]] as their [[Spells#Spellcasting Ability and Proficiency|Spellcasting Ability]], and learn spells from the [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]], favouring the schools of [[Evocation]] and [[Abjuration]].


== Subclass Features ==
== Subclass features ==
[[File:Default Fighter Armor Alt2.png|230px|right|Fighter's default armour]]{{SubclassNote|Fighter}}
[[File:Default Fighter Armor Alt2.png|230px|right|Fighter's default armour]]{{SubclassNote|Fighter}}


{{H3|Level 3}}
{{Level header|3}}


; {{SAI|Weapon Bond|w=40}}
; {{SAI|Weapon Bond|w=40}}
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: Choose 2 Cantrips from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]].
: Choose 2 Cantrips from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]].
; Known Spells
; Known Spells
: Choose 2 Spells from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]] or [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] only), up to Level 1. These spells are '''Always Prepared'''.
: Choose 2 Spells from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of [[Abjuration]] or [[Evocation]] only), up to Level 1. These spells are '''Always Prepared'''.
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (any spell school) up to Level 1. This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (any spell school) up to Level 1. This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.


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; New Level 1 [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]] and [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] spells available
; New Level 1 Abjuration and Evocation spells available
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* {{SAI|Burning Hands}}
* {{SAI|Burning Hands}}
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{{H3|Level 4}}
{{Level header|4}}


; {{SpellSlot|1|3}} Level 1 Spell Slots Unlocked&colon; 3
; {{SpellSlot|1|3}} Level 1 Spell Slots Unlocked&colon; 3
: You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.
: You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.
; Known Spells
; Known Spells
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]] or [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] only). This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.


{{H3|Level 5}}
{{Level header|5}}


; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.


{{H3|Level 6}}
{{Level header|6}}


; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.


{{H3|Level 7}}
{{Level header|7}}
; {{SpellSlot|1|4}} Level 1 Spell Slots Unlocked&colon; 4
; {{SpellSlot|1|4}} Level 1 Spell Slots Unlocked&colon; 4
: You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.
: You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.
; {{SpellSlot|2|2}} Level 2 Spell Slots Unlocked&colon; 2
; {{SpellSlot|2|2}} Level 2 Spell Slots Unlocked&colon; 2
: You gain two Level 2 Spell Slot.
: You gain two Level 2 Spell Slots.


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; Known Spells
; Known Spells
: Choose 2 Spells from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]] or [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] only). These spells are [[Known spells|Always Prepared]].
: Choose 2 Spells from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). These spells are [[Known spells|Always Prepared]].


; New Level 2 [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]] and [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] spells available
; New Level 2 Abjuration and Evocation spells available
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* {{SAI|Arcane Lock}}
* {{SAI|Arcane Lock}}
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: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.<ref>As of 4.1.1.3748643, the replacement spell at Fighter Level 7 must be of Level 1, even though you just unlocked Level 2 Eldritch Knight spells</ref>
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 1.<ref>As of 4.1.1.3748643, the replacement spell at Fighter Level 7 must be of Level 1, even though you just unlocked Level 2 Eldritch Knight spells</ref>


{{H3|Level 8}}
{{Level header|8}}


; Known Spells
; Known Spells
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: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.


{{H3|Level 9}}
{{Level header|9}}


; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.


{{H3|Level 10}}
{{Level header|10}}


; {{SAI|Eldritch Strike|w=40}}
; {{SAI|Eldritch Strike|w=40}}
: When you hit a creature with a weapon attack, it has {{Disadvantage}} on its next [[Saving Throw]] against a spell you cast before the end of your next turn.
: When you hit a creature with a weapon attack, it has {{Disadvantage}} on its next {{Saving Throw}} against a spell you cast before the end of your next turn.


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: Choose 1 Cantrip from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]].
: Choose 1 Cantrip from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]].
; Known Spells
; Known Spells
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]] or [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] only). This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Eldritch Knight/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.


{{H3|Level 11}}
{{Level header|11}}


; Known Spells
; Known Spells
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of [[:Category:Abjuration Spells|Abjuration]] or [[:Category:Evocation Spells|Evocation]] only). This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.
: Choose 1 Spell from the [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]] (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). This spell is '''Always Prepared'''.
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.
: Choose 1 [[Known spells|known spell]] and replace it with another Spell from the full [[Wizard/Spells|Wizard spell list]]. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.




{{H3|Level 12}}
{{Level header|12}}


; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''
; Replacement Spell ''(Optional)''

Revision as of 16:37, 21 March 2024

Eldritch Knights study magic to supplement their weaponry, allowing them to overcome resistance from the toughest foes.
Class Fighter Eldritch Knight Badge Icon.png
Class Fighter Eldritch Knight Badge Icon.png
Eldritch Knights study magic to supplement their weaponry, allowing them to overcome resistance from the toughest foes.

Eldritch Knight is one of the Subclasses of Fighter. These Fighters specialize in spellcasting, using their martial prowess and magic to attack enemies or support allies in combat. Eldritch Knights use Intelligence as their Spellcasting Ability, and learn spells from the Wizard spell list, favouring the schools of Evocation and Abjuration.

Subclass features

Fighter's default armour
This subclass obtains all the features from its base class, Fighter, in addition to its unique features outlined below.

Level 3

Weapon Bond Weapon Bond
Ritually bind the weapon in your main hand. The weapon can't be knocked out of your hand, and it automatically returns to you when Thrown.
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Spellcasting Ability
Intelligence Intelligence
Known spells
Eldritch Knight Spells are Always Prepared.
2 Level 1 Spell Slots.png Level 1 Spell Slots Unlocked: 2
You gain two Level 1 Spell Slots.
Cantrips Icon.png Cantrips Known: 2
Choose 2 Cantrips from the Wizard spell list.
Known Spells
Choose 2 Spells from the Wizard spell list (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only), up to Level 1. These spells are Always Prepared.
Choose 1 Spell from the Wizard spell list (any spell school) up to Level 1. This spell is Always Prepared.
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New Cantrips available
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New Level 1 Abjuration and Evocation spells available
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Level 4

3 Level 1 Spell Slots.png Level 1 Spell Slots Unlocked: 3
You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.
Known Spells
Choose 1 Spell from the Wizard spell list (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). This spell is Always Prepared.
Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 1.

Level 5

Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 1.

Level 6

Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 1.

Level 7

4 Level 1 Spell Slots.png Level 1 Spell Slots Unlocked: 4
You gain an additional Level 1 Spell Slot.
2 Level 2 Spell Slots.png Level 2 Spell Slots Unlocked: 2
You gain two Level 2 Spell Slots.
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War Magic War Magic
You have honed your body and magic for war. After you cast a cantrip, you can make a weapon attack using a Bonus action.
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Known Spells
Choose 2 Spells from the Wizard spell list (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). These spells are Always Prepared.
New Level 2 Abjuration and Evocation spells available
Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 1.[1]

Level 8

Known Spells
Choose 1 Spell from the Wizard Spell List (any spell school) up to Level 2. This spell is Always Prepared.
New Level 2 spells available
Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.

Level 9

Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.

Level 10

Eldritch Strike Eldritch Strike
When you hit a creature with a weapon attack, it has Disadvantage Icon.png Disadvantage on its next Saving throw against a spell you cast before the end of your next turn.
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3 Level 2 Spell Slots.png Level 2 Spell Slots Unlocked: 3
You gain an additional Level 2 Spell Slot.
Known Cantrips
Choose 1 Cantrip from the Wizard spell list.
Known Spells
Choose 1 Spell from the Wizard spell list (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). This spell is Always Prepared.
Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.

Level 11

Known Spells
Choose 1 Spell from the Wizard spell list (schools of Abjuration or Evocation only). This spell is Always Prepared.
Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.


Level 12

Replacement Spell (Optional)
Choose 1 known spell and replace it with another Spell from the full Wizard spell list. The replacement spell must be Level 2 or below.

Eldritch Knight Spellcasting Chart

Eldritch Knight Spellcasting Spell Slots per Spell Level
Fighter Level Cantrips Known Spells Known 1st 2nd
3rd 2 3* 2 -
4th 2 4 3 -
5th 2 4 3 -
6th 2 4 3 -
7th 2 6 4 2
8th 2 7* 4 2
9th 2 7 4 2
10th 3 8 4 3
11th 3 9 4 3
12th 3 9 4 3

*One spell learned at this level can be from the entire Wizard Spell List, the chosen spell must still be of a level for which the Eldritch Knight has spell slots for. (This is in contrast to the normal Eldritch Knight Spell List, which only contains the Abjuration and Evocation spells of the Wizard Spell List)


External Links

  1. As of 4.1.1.3748643, the replacement spell at Fighter Level 7 must be of Level 1, even though you just unlocked Level 2 Eldritch Knight spells