Eldritch Burst

A burst of baleful intensity hurls toward a creature within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d6 force damage and each creature within 5 feet of the target take 1d6 force damage.

The spell creates more than one burst when you reach higher levels: two bursts at 5th level, three bursts at 9th level, four bursts at 14th level and five bursts at 19th level. You can direct the bursts at the same target or at different ones. Make a separate attack roll for each burst.