Darkvision

Darkvision 5.5e 2024 vs. 5e 2014 edition differences

Darkvision popularity

How popular is Darkvision? It is a commonly found spell in the game, but it is almost never chosen when available. This spell is not highly valued.

• Top 50% of all 5e spells
• Bottom 50% of all level 2 spells
• Bottom 25% picked level 2 Wizard spell
• Bottom 10% picked level 2 Sorcerer spell
• Bottom 10% picked level 2 Druid spell
• Bottom 10% picked level 2 Ranger spell

Spells similar to Darkvision

• Invisibility 2nd-level illusion

  It’s a level-2 touch-range spell on many of the same casters that alters a creature’s sensory/interaction state for a limited duration, used for noncombat utility.

  Players prefer Invisibility over Darkvision

• Locate Object 2nd-level divination

  As a level-2 divination, it’s a short-duration utility that provides informational sensing at a distance and is commonly chosen for exploration tasks.

  Players prefer Locate Object over Darkvision

• See Invisibility 2nd-level divination

  Both are level-2 utility spells that change how a creature perceives the environment by granting an enhanced mode of sight for a sustained period.

  Players prefer See Invisibility over Darkvision

• Beast Sense 2nd-level divination

  This touch-range spell likewise grants a creature a different way to sense the world for up to an hour and shares two of the same classes.

  Players prefer Beast Sense over Darkvision

• Continual Flame 2nd-level evocation

  Though it creates light rather than granting sight, it’s a level-2 touch utility that addresses darkness-related needs and lasts until dispelled.

  Players prefer Continual Flame over Darkvision