Shadow Blade

For the weapon created by this spell, see Shadow Blade (weapon). For the passive feature, see Shadow Blade (passive feature).

Shadow Blade is a level 2 illusion spell. Create a Shadow Blade in your main hand that deals Psychic damage.

Description

Weave a shadowy shortsword in your hand that deals 2d8Psychic damage.

When you use the sword to attack a target that is in dim light or darkness, you make the Attack Roll with Advantage.

The shadow blade can be unequipped and equipped again, but must remain on the spellcaster's person.

Properties

Cost

Bonus action

Damage

2d8 (2~16) Psychic damage

Details

 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft

Concentration

At higher levels

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

How to learn

Granted by the following items:

• Shadow Blade Ring ( Recharge: Short rest)

External Links

• Shadow blade on the Forgotten Realms Wiki