Silence

2nd level Illusion
Casting Time
1 Action
Range
120 Feet
Duration
Concentration, up to 10 minutes
Components
V
S
Class
Bard
Cleric
Ranger

Spell Description

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.

Is Silence Good?

Overall Rating: Green. This means that silence is a good spell.

Overall Notes: Silence is a niche spell with a high ceiling. It can be used in stealth scenarios but it’s most powerful usage is if you can target a caster who won’t be able to cast spells requiring a verbal component. Of course, it’s only a 20ft radius so you will either need to be fighting in close quarters or will need to find a way to prevent the caster from moving.