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For questions about Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition, an RPG published in 2014 by Wizards of the Coast. D&D 5e is a heroic fantasy RPG inspired by the mechanics and settings of all previous D&D editions. It was previously code-named D&D Next during the playtest period. (For questions about the 2024 revision of the D&D 5e rules, see the [dnd-5e-2024] tag.)
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Can you drop one hand from a two-handed weapon to draw and use a single-handed weapon next t...
The closest ruling that comes to mind is the encumbrance ruling, specifically on page 176 of the PHB:
Carrying Capacity. Your carrying capacity is your Strength score multiplied by 15, This is the we …
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Can a creature with a climbing speed climb across ceilings without penalty?
A creature with a climb speed can climb across ceilings but not any better than a creature without a climb speed.
Per RAW, creatures with a climb speed only gain a benefit to climbing vertical surfac …
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What are the limitations to using the Shape Water cantrip for cheating and forgery?
What are the limitations for using shape water for cheating and forgery?
The limitations are:
Maintaining line of sight and a clear path to the water.
Having water available to manipulate and n …
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Is it possible to Ready a spell to be cast just before the start of your next turn by having...
Yes, that can be a declared trigger for the ready Action.
The rules for readying that apply here:
Ready, PHB p. 193
First, you decide what perceivable circumstances will trigger your
react …
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Can the knowledge of whether a creature failed their save penetrate the effect of an antimag...
Given your scenario, the Paladin will not know whether or not the Rogue succeeded or failed on their saving throws against Zone of Truth.
Spells and their effects are magical:
PHB p 201, What is a sp …
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Can I cast Sunbeam if both my hands are busy?
One hand alone can do all three: perform the somatic component, perform the material component, and emit the beam of light.
Can I cast Sunbeam if both my hands are busy, even if one is holding the M …
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Does the Major Image spell allow the caster to fill the 20 ft cube with as many "body double...
For reference, the major image spell description states:
You create the image of an object, a creature, or some other visible
phenomenon (1) that is no larger than a 20-foot cube. The image appe …
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If one is sure that he is perceiving an illusion, having not interacted with or investigated...
I am specifically asking about the many spells (e.g. major image, silent image, etc.) that contain the following text or similar:
Physical interaction with the image reveals it to be an illusion, …
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Can a creature with a Mind Blank spell active on itself target itself with Encode Thoughts?
Can a creature with an active mind blank spell target itself with encode thoughts?
My gut instinct was no. Upon further review, maybe?
For context:
I am playing a divination wizard in a West Marche …
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Does the Encode Thoughts spell remove the target thought from memory, or does it create a copy?
The description of the encode thoughts cantrip says (GGtR, p. 47; emphasis mine):
Putting a finger to your head, you pull a memory, an idea, or a
message from your mind and transform it into a …
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Can my AL halfling ranger have a pteranodon animal companion?
Yes, per RAW a ranger can have pteranodon as his/her animal companion.
The two prerequisites for a ranger's animal companion are (PHB page 93):
"... a beast that is no larger than Medium [emphas …
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Can you attack while you have two targets grappled?
Yes, you can make as many unarmed attacks as you can utilizing your Attack action, any Extra Attacks, or any Bonus Action1 against either or both of those grappled target.
If you want to attack them …
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How can I alter the appearance of my face at will without using a spell slot?
Using thaumaturgy, and potentially minor illusion
With the thaumaturgy spell, there is a RAW way to accomplish at least part of what you want:
You manifest a minor wonder, a sign of supernatural powe …
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What are the mechanics of attacking with a Talisman of (Pure Good / Ultimate Evil)?
The talisman can be used as an improvised weapon to strike a maligned creature for additional damage.
Nothing in the linked text indicates that the touching must be willful. In addition, this linked …
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Can a familiar from the Find Familiar spell deliver a touch spell with a long casting time?
It seems that it wouldn't work per RAW.
PHB, Longer Casting Times
[...]When you cast a spell with a casting time longer than a single action
or reaction, you must spend your action each tur …