Invisibility
A creature you touch becomes invisible until the spell ends. Anything the target is wearing or carrying is invisible as long as it is on the target's person. The spell ends for a target that attacks or casts a spell.
At a Glance
Level
2nd
School
Illusion
Casting Time
1 action
Range
Touch
Duration
Concentration, up to 1 hour
Concentration
Yes
How Invisibility Works
| Casting Time | 1 action |
|---|---|
| Range | Touch |
| Components | V, S, M (an eyelash encased in gum arabic) |
| Duration | Concentration, up to 1 hourCONCENTRATION |
Available to:
BardSorcererWarlockWizard
At Higher Levels
When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, you can target one additional creature for each slot level above 2nd.
Common Mistakes
Common Mistake
Forgetting the spell ends immediately when the target attacks or casts a spell
Common Mistake
Thinking invisible means undetectable - creatures can still be heard, smelled, or leave tracks
Common Mistake
Not enforcing that dropped items become visible
Common Mistake
Assuming invisibility grants advantage on all attacks - only if the attacker is unseen
DM Tips
DM Tip
Invisible creatures still make noise, have a scent, and leave footprints
DM Tip
Enemies can make Perception checks to notice signs of invisible creatures
DM Tip
Remember that attacking ends the spell, so it's great for positioning but not sustained combat
DM Tip
Describe how NPCs react to invisible party members - confusion, alarm, sweeping attacks
Sources & Further Reading
- Invisibility — D&D 5e Wikidot — Full SRD text
- Invisibility — Roll20 Compendium — Structured reference
- Invisibility — D&D Beyond — Official digital reference