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Minor Illusion
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Minor Illusion is a cantrip (Illusion). It conjures a simple illusion to distract creatures.
UID
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Description
Create an illusion that compels nearby creatures to investigate.You can remain hidden while casting this spell.
This spell can be cast while you are 
.
Properties
- Cost
Action- Details
Range: 18 m / 60 ft
Technical details
UIDTarget_MinorIllusion
Spell flagsHow to learn
Classes:
- Class level 1: Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, and Wizard
- Class level 3: Eldritch Knight, Arcane Trickster, and Way of Shadow
- Character level 1: High Elf, and High Half-Elf
(Character level is the sum of all class levels for a multi-classed character.)
Granted by features:
Other ways to learn:
Notes
- This cantrip does not require concentration.
- It has significant utility throughout the entire game:
- It lasts 10 turns.
- Illusion School Wizards can cast a special version of Minor Illusion as a
Bonus Action. - Outside of combat, this cantrip causes most NPCs to walk towards the illusion and surround it. This can be particularly deadly as a preparation for a first-strike ambush (e.g. luring a number of potential targets into a small area, then hitting them with a
). - During combat, it causes enemies to turn towards the illusion.
- The illusion activates traps if placed on top of them.
- If placed on top of a vent, the illusion prevents gas from coming out, just as if a physical item were placed there.
