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    • Warlock 201: The Best Spells for Warlocks
      Apr 17, 2023 by Damen Cook

      Sure, you've got the perfect warlock. Their weapons and supplies. But what about their magical, eldritch abilities? Click here for our top picks for warlock spells!

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    • Take a Big Bite of Heroes' Feast
      Dec 23, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      While you may not feel like going on a dangerous adventure after a nice, big meal, the benefits of heroes' feast could be worth it!

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    • Shape Water: Get Your Feet Wet With This Versatile Cantrip
      Dec 14, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      Let's dive into another spell spotlight! Today we're wading into an elemental favorite for druids and arcane casters alike.

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    • Silvery Barbs: Snatch a Victory From the Jaws of Your Enemies' Defeat
      Nov 7, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      In a tough situation? No time for Bardic Inspiration? Give yourself an advantage while distracting your enemies with silvery barbs!

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    • Glyph of Warding: Leave a Deadly Surprise for Your Enemies
      Oct 4, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      Glyph of warding is the ultimate contingency spell for players that always have a plan at the ready. Start your prepping today with the help of this guide!

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    • Detect Thoughts: Invade the Minds of Your Foes With This Versatile Spell
      Sep 23, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      Penny for your thoughts? If you've ever wondered what people are thinking about you, this tell-all telepathic spell can help you find out!

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    • Wither and Bloom: Heal Allies, Kill Enemies With One Spell
      Sep 15, 2022 by Mike Bernier

      Are you a wizard or sorcerer in a tricky spot because all of your party members have been knocked out? Wither and bloom might just be the spell you need to get out of your fix.

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    • Modify Memory: Rewrite History With This Charming Spell
      Sep 14, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      At the crossroads of horror and roleplay is modify memory, a spell so powerful it can change the course of history—or at least change someone's recollection of it. Let's dive into how this spells works and why we love it.

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    • Prestidigitation: How This Flexible Cantrip Works
      Aug 29, 2022 by Michael J Karr

      Whether you need to brighten up the room, clean your laundry, or add some razzle-dazzle to your entrance, prestidigitation will have you feeling like a fabulous fairy godmother in no time!

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    • Spell Spotlight: Enlarge/Reduce
      Jun 3, 2022 by Mike Bernier

      Enlarge/reduce is an amazingly versatile spell that is limited by the extent of your imagination! What crazy shenanigans will you pull with this devious transmutation spell?

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    • Spell Spotlight: Animate Dead
      Apr 9, 2022 by Mike Bernier

      Maybe you're a new necromancer looking to lead an army of undead minions, or perhaps you're just looking for a good friend to listen to your problems. Either way, animate dead is there for you.

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    • Spell Spotlight: Find Familiar
      Apr 1, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      Find familiar is an iconic D&D spell. But why? Here's a look at how the spell works, why we love it, and how you can access it!

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    • An Ode to Heat Metal: The Greatest D&D Spell of All Time
      Apr 5, 2021 by Elliot Spilk

      Let's shine a light on one of the best (if not the best) low-level spells in the game, Heat Metal. This amazing piece of magic seems to have slipped under the radar of many adventurers since the beginning of Fifth Edition, and remains incredibly strong, overlooked, and exceptional...

       

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    • Spell Spotlight: New Summoning Spells (from Tasha's Cauldron of Everything)
      Dec 16, 2020 by James Haeck

      Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything is overflowing with new player options, including some wild new spells. Take a look at a panoply of new summoning spells found in this new book!

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    • Spell Spotlight: Dream of the Blue Veil
      Dec 4, 2020 by James Haeck

      Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything is overflowing with new player options, including some wild new spells. Take a look at dream of the blue veil, a spell that allows you to pierce the darkness between worlds of the Material Plane!

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    • Spell Spotlight: Legend Lore
      Oct 16, 2020 by James Haeck

      Spell Spotlight puts D&D’s most turbulent spells under a microscope. This time, we take a look at legend lore, a spell that could crack any DM’s mysteries wide open—or thrust players deeper into your campaign’s story!

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    • Spell Spotlight: Polymorph
      Sep 2, 2020 by James Haeck

      Spell Spotlight puts D&D’s most turbulent spells under a microscope. This time, we take a look at a spell that’s as iconic and wizardly as they come, the king of creative exploration and the czar of crowd control: polymorph!

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    • Spell Spotlight: Healing Word and Spiritual Weapon
      Jun 24, 2020 by James Haeck

      Spell Spotlight puts D&D’s most turbulent spells under a microscope. This time, two mighty low-level spells that form the core of many clerics’ offensive and defensive powers.

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    • New Player’s Guide: Selecting Your First Spells
      Apr 10, 2020 by James Haeck

      Choosing your spells is the most daunting parts of creating a spellcasting character. How do you pick the right spells at 1st level, and moving forward? The D&D Beyond New Player’s Guide has you covered with tips on how to get your very first D&D campaign up and running.

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    • Spell Spotlight: Dunamancy
      Apr 1, 2020 by James Haeck

      Spell Spotlight puts D&D’s most turbulent spells under a microscope. This time, take a look at the brand-new spells from Explorer’s Guide to Wildemount.

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