Misty Step

A
Utility

Misty Step is a Utility spell. Utility spells solve problems outside of combat or provide unique situational advantages.

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 spell for
swift repositioning

Misty Step is a Mobility spell. Mobility spells augment or allow for new ways of moving.

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, letting you vanish in silvery mist and reappear up to 30 feet away.

2024 Rules
Level & School
2nd-level conjuration
Casting Time
Bonus action
Range
Self
Components
V
Duration
Instantaneous
Classes
Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard

Briefly surrounded by silvery mist, you teleport up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space you can see.

2014 Rules
Level & School
2nd-level conjuration
Casting Time
Bonus action
Range
Self
Components
V
Duration
Instantaneous
Classes
Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard

Briefly surrounded by silvery mist, you teleport up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space that you can see.

Misty Step 5.5e 2024 vs. 5e 2014 edition differences

The 2024 and 2014 versions are exactly the same.

Misty Step popularity

Misty Step is one of the most popular level 2 spells in the game. Choosing it adds a D&D staple to your spellbook.

Spells similar to Misty Step

  • Dimension Door 4th-level conjuration

    A short-range teleport spell in the same school that moves you (or you and another) instantly for tactical repositioning.

  • Rope Trick 2nd-level transmutation

    Provides a short-term, self-focused mobility/escape option by creating an extradimensional space you can use to avoid danger.

  • Blink 3rd-level transmutation

    A self-only, short-duration spell from the same classes that alters your position/state to avoid threats and change battlefield presence.

  • Expeditious Retreat 1st-level transmutation

    A low-level self buff that improves your movement options for maneuvering out of harm's way during combat.

  • Phantom Steed 3rd-level illusion

    Creates a mobility-focused magical mount to extend your movement range and reposition over short to moderate distances.

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