Shield (spell)

For the mundane item, see Shield. For the equipment type, see Shields.

Shield is a level 1 abjuration spell. It allows spellcasters to avoid being hit by an enemy attack at the last possible instant. It also nullifies Magic Missile damage against them.

Description

When you are about to be hit by an enemy, use your Reaction to increase your  Armour Class by 5. You also take no damage from  Magic Missile. These effects last until the start of your next turn.

Properties

Cost

 Reaction +  Level 1 Spell Slot

Details

 Range: Self

At higher levels

Casting this spell at a higher level grants no additional benefit.

Condition: Shield

 Shield

Duration: 1 turn

• Immune to Magic Missile. Armour Class is increased by 5.

How to learn

Classes:

• Class level 1: Sorcerer, Wizard, and The Hexblade
• Class level 3: Arcane Trickster, and Eldritch Knight

Granted by features:

•  Magic Initiate: Sorcerer
•  Magic Initiate: Wizard

Granted by items:

• Amulet of the Harpers ( Recharge: Long rest)
• Shield of Shielding ( Recharge: Long rest)
• Elegant Studded Leather ( Recharge: Short rest)

Other ways to learn:

• There are no scrolls available for wizards to scribe to their spellbooks.

Notes

• This spell does not trigger  Spell Rot.

Bugs

• Due to a scripting error, this spell does not grant charges of  Arcane Ward.

External links

• Shield (spell) on the Forgotten Realms Wiki