Can you cast shield and another spell in the same turn?
Yes, you can cast the shield spell and another spell in the same turn. The shield spell is a reaction, which means it can be cast in response to an attack or other triggering event. This allows you to use your reaction to cast shield to raise your AC and potentially negate the attack. However, you can only cast shield as a reaction if you have not already used your reaction on that turn.
In addition to the shield spell, you can also cast another spell on the same turn as long as it meets the casting requirements. According to the rules of spellcasting in Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition (5E), a spellcaster can cast a spell using their action on their turn, and if they have a bonus action spell available, they can cast that spell as well. However, if they cast a bonus action spell, they can only cast a cantrip as their action, not another leveled spell.
Here are some frequently asked questions about casting shield and other spells in the same turn:
1. Can you cast two leveled spells on the same turn?
No, 5E has no restriction on casting two leveled spells on the same round, or even on the same turn. However, if you cast a spell using a bonus action, you cannot cast any other spell in the same turn except a cantrip cast as an action.
2. Can you cast a spell and a bonus action spell in the same turn?
The rule on casting a spell as a bonus action applies only on the turn you cast the spell. If you cast a spell using a bonus action, you can’t cast any other spell before or after it unless that spell is a cantrip with a casting time of 1 action.
3. Can you cast spiritual weapon and another spell in the same turn?
No, when you cast the original spiritual weapon using a bonus action, you cannot then use your main action to cast another spell of level 1 or higher.
4. Can you cast a spell and counterspell in the same turn?
Yes, you may counterspell on your turn as long as you have not already cast another spell with a casting time of 1 Bonus Action.
5. Can you cast fireball and counterspell in the same turn?
Yes, you can cast fireball and counterspell in the same turn because counterspell has only a somatic component.
6. Can you cast a leveled spell and a cantrip in the same turn?
Yes, you can cast a leveled spell and a cantrip in the same turn. However, you cannot cast two leveled spells during the same turn, except for specific circumstances such as using a bonus action spell.
7. Can you cast spells while holding a shield and weapon?
Yes, you can cast spells while holding a shield and weapon as long as you have a free hand to perform the somatic components of the spell. Alternatively, you can take the War Caster feat to cast spells with somatic components while wielding a shield and weapon.
8. Can you cast spells with a sword and shield?
Yes, you can cast spells while wielding a sword and shield. As long as you have a free hand to perform the somatic components of the spell, you can cast spells without any issues.
9. Can you cast cantrips as a reaction?
No, casting cantrips as a reaction is not possible.
10. Can you cast cantrips as a bonus action?
In general, cantrips require an action to cast. However, there are certain features and class abilities, such as the Sorcerer’s Metamagic (Quickened Spell), that allow you to cast a cantrip as a bonus action.