Silence

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Control

Silence is a Control spell. Control spells restrict enemy options through debuffs or denial effects.

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 spell that creates
battlefield control

Silence is a Battlefield Shaping spell. Battlefield Shaping spells alter terrain, create obstacles, introduce hazards, and affect enemy positioning.

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 through absolute silence, muting voices and shutting down verbal magic.

2024 Rules
Level & School
2nd-level illusion
Casting Time
Action or Ritual
Range
120 feet
Components
V, S
Duration
Concentration, 10 minutes
Classes
Bard, Cleric, Ranger
Source
Player's Handbook (2024)

For the duration, no sound can be created within or pass through a 20-foot-radius Sphere centered on a point you choose within range. Any creature or object entirely inside the Sphere has Immunity to Thunder damage, and creatures have the Deafened condition while entirely inside it. Casting a spell that includes a Verbal component is impossible there.

2014 Rules
Level & School
2nd-level illusion
Casting Time
Action or Ritual
Range
120 feet
Components
V, S
Duration
Concentration, 10 minutes
Classes
Bard, Cleric, Ranger
Source
Player's Handbook (2014)

For the duration, no sound can be created within or pass through a 20-foot-radius sphere centered on a point you choose within range. Any creature or object entirely inside the sphere is immune to thunder damage, and creatures are deafened while entirely inside it. Casting a spell that includes a verbal component is impossible there.

Silence 5.5e 2024 vs. 5e 2014 edition differences

The 2024 and 2014 versions are exactly the same.

Silence popularity

How popular is Silence? It is a commonly found spell in the game, and is often chosen over other options when available. This spell is a reliable addition to any spellbook.

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