Summon Dinosaur
2024 Rules
- Level & School
- 6th-level conjuration
- Casting Time
- Action
- Range
- 90 feet
- Components
- V, S, M (polished scale worth 600+ GP)
- Duration
- Concentration, 1 hour
- Classes
- Druid
- Source
- Arcana Unleashed
You call forth the spirit of a primeval dinosaur. It manifests in an unoccupied space that you can see within range and uses the Dinosaur Spirit stat block. When you cast the spell, choose Ankylosaur, Triceratops, or Tyrannosaur. The creature resembles a dinosaur of the chosen type, which determines certain details in its stat block. The creature disappears when it drops to 0 Hit Points or when the spell ends.
The creature is an ally to you and your allies. In combat, the creature shares your Initiative count, but it takes its turn immediately after yours. It obeys your verbal commands (no action required by you). If you don't issue any, the creature takes the Dodge action and uses its movement to avoid danger.
Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot. Use the spell slot's level for the spell's level in the stat block.
Summon Dinosaur 5.5e 2024 vs. 5e 2014 edition differences
Summon Dinosaur is a new spell for the 2024 edition.
Spells similar to Summon Dinosaur
Conjure Fey 6th-level conjuration
Both are sixth-level druid conjurations that call a powerful supernatural creature into battle.
Summon Beast 2nd-level conjuration
This druid spell uses the same 90-foot, one-hour concentration framework to provide a summoned combat companion.
Summon Fiend 6th-level conjuration
It is also a sixth-level concentration spell that creates a commanded combat ally for up to an hour.
Summon Dragon 5th-level conjuration
Although one level lower and limited to wizards, it similarly provides a durable summoned creature that expands the caster's action economy.
Summon Elemental 4th-level conjuration
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Summon Plant 5th-level conjuration
Its duration, range, concentration requirement, and controllable summoned creature closely match the dinosaur spell.