Sanctuary

Sanctuary is a level 1 abjuration spell. This spell allows spellcasters to ward themselves or an ally against enemy attacks.

Description

You or an ally cannot be targeted until you attack or harm a creature. You can still take damage from area spells.

Until the affected entity attacks or harms another creature, it cannot be targeted by enemy attacks. However, it can still take damage from spells that influence a larger area.

Properties

Cost

Bonus action + Level 1 Spell Slot

Details

 Range: 18 m / 60 ft

At higher levels

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

Condition: Sanctuary

 Sanctuary

Duration: 10 turns

• Affected entity can't be targeted by enemy attacks or spells. However, it can still take damage from spells that influence a larger area. Condition ends if the affected entity attacks or harms another creature, and will receive  Sanctuary Blocked for 1 turn.

How to learn

Classes:

• Class Level 1: Cleric

• Class Level 3: Oath of Devotion Paladin (Oath Spell)

• Class Level 6: College of Lore Bard (via Magical Secrets)

• Class Level 10: Bard (via Magical Secrets)

Feats:

•  Magic Initiate: Cleric

Notes

• Missing an attack does not remove Sanctuary.
•  Throw is considered a harmful action so throwing anything including healing potions, will end your sanctuary.

External Links

• Sanctuary on the Forgotten Realms Wiki