Aid 5e - D&D 5th Edition Spell Book

Aid 5e DnD Spell
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Aid 5e Spell Effects

2nd-level abjuration


Casting Time: 1 action

Range: 30 feet

Components: V, S, M (a tiny strip of white cloth)

Duration: 8 hours


Your spell bolsters your allies with toughness and resolve. Choose up to three creatures within range. Each target's hit point maximum and current hit points increase by 5 for the duration.


At Higher Levels. When you cast this spell using a spell slot of 3rd level or higher, a target's hit points increase by an additional 5 for each slot level above 2nd.


All information about Aid 5e comes from the DnD Player's Handbook.

Aid 5e

Classes That Can Cast Aid 5e

The following classes gain access to casting Acid Splash 5e as part of their normal class spell availability:


Aid Spell Effectiveness

Temporary Healing 2nd Level Spell 3rd Level Spell 4th Level Spell 5th Level Spell 6th Level Spell 7th Level Spell 8th Level Spell 9th Level Spell
Healing Per Target 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
Total Healing Value 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120

Healing Value

Note that since Aid 5e benefits up to three targets in spell range, the total healing/ temporary hit points provided can be significant. If the spell is cast upon a single target, it may not be very useful. However, for an adventuring party, Aid's effect can be dramatic, especially at higher spell levels.


Aid Usefulness

Aid 5e is an area of effect healing/ temporary hit point spell. Players should use Aid in the following circumstances:

  • When there are at least 3 allies in spell range who can benefit from its effects, to maximize the healing/ hit point value.
  • Preferably, before battle begins. Since the spell lasts for 8 hours, it can be cast at the start of an adventuring day. Then actions can be used during combat on other high-priority spells.
  • Against enemies who deal high amounts of damage. Being able to heal is a reactive approach to combat, whereas Aid 5e proactively increases hit points in anticipation of difficult battles.



Combine Aid 5e with the Following Spells

If you're trying to optimize your character, it's worth taking time to learn other spells, feats, and effects in D&D 5e that can turn the odds in your favor. Try combining Aid 5e with some of the following effects.

  • Bless 5e: in addition to other spell effects, bless gives targets a +1d4 bonus to saving throws. The extra chances of avoiding damage and debilitating effects are very valuable to a target who already has additional hit points.
  • Cure Wounds 5e: extra hit points have value whether you gain them before a battle, or during. Cure wounds is an excellent way to keep allies alive, and can be intimidating to face when the target is already benefitting from aid. 
  • Haste 5e: targets with haste have double movement speed, +2AC, and advantage on their Dexterity saving throws. A target with haste not only becomes harder to hit, but they're also able to easily run away from danger. Combined with the additional hit points from Aid, they become quite difficult to defeat.
  • Mage Armor 5e: similar to haste, mage armor provides additional AC for the target, bringing their base AC up from 10 to 13.


Aid 5e Counters

Since Aid 5e can be cast before battle even begins, there aren't exactly hardcore "counters" specifically against the spell (such as Silence 5e, which is normally a bane to all spell casters). However, in general, since the extra hit points from aid 5e are spread out to three targets, you may want to be cautious of fighting enemies with area of effect attacks, such as Acid Splash 5e.


Aid-Type Spells in Eternity TTRPG

Eternity TTRPG also has its own indie TTRPG by the same name: the Eternity TTRPG Game System. The game allows for multiple game masters, and provides a way even for game masters to still roleplay characters of their own during your RPG campaign.


Though Eternity TTRPG is entirely its own separate RPG system from D&D 5e, there are some similarities. Check out how a spell similar to aid 5e works in Eternity TTRPG, below.

Summoner Class Icon

Summoner - Core Class Spell

Aeon (Magic): this Spell requires 2turns to cast, which do not need to be consecutive. You may “prepare” the first 1turn of this Spell even when no targets are in Range, then finish casting at any later time during the same Battle that you’d like. You can only have one (1) summoner Spell “prepared” at any given time.

Up to 3 allies in 4Range, heal +1HP. This

Spell allows affected targets to heal 1HP above their normal max HP. This effect also Fatigues affected targets, giving -1Resilience, -1Dodge, and -1Will for 1Day Duration (can stack without limit).

  • (Summoning) 10Range. You also have 10Range when casting this Spell, for Battle Duration.
  • (Mystic Infusion) +2HP. This effect also Fatigues affected targets, giving -2Resilience, -2Dodge, and -2Will for 1Day Duration (can stack without limit).
  • (Enhanced Gateways) You also have +7Initiative while casting this Spell (for 2turns).


All healing spells in Eternity TTRPG allow characters to "over-heal" their targets, by at least 1HP. So, in that sense, all healing spells in Eternity TTRPG are similar to aid 5e. However, Aeon from the summoner class is one of the only spells in the game that allows for area of effect, or multi-target healing. With a Critical, Aeon can provide substantial healing value, reach much further than normal, or also increase the caster's initiative value for a short time.


Curious to learn more? Check out the Eternity TTRPG Core Game PDF!

Summoner - Core Class Spell

Aeon (Magic): this Spell requires 2turns to cast, which do not need to be consecutive. You may “prepare” the first 1turn of this Spell even when no targets are in Range, then finish casting at any later time during the same Battle that you’d like. You can only have one (1) summoner Spell “prepared” at any given time.

Up to 3 allies in 4Range, heal +1HP. This Spell allows affected targets to heal 1HP above their

normal max HP. This effect also Fatigues affected targets, giving -1Resilience, -1Dodge, and -1Will for 1Day Duration (can stack without limit).

  • (Summoning) 10Range. You also have 10Range when casting this Spell, for Battle Duration.
  • (Mystic Infusion) +2HP. This effect also Fatigues affected targets, giving -2Resilience, -2Dodge, and -2Will for 1Day Duration (can stack without limit).
  • (Enhanced Gateways) You also have +7Initiative while casting this Spell (for 2turns).


All healing spells in Eternity TTRPG allow characters to "over-heal" their targets, by at least 1HP. So, in that sense, all healing spells in Eternity TTRPG are similar to aid 5e. However, Aeon from the summoner class is one of the only spells in the game that allows for area of effect, or multi-target healing. With a Critical, Aeon can provide substantial healing value, reach much further than normal, or also increase the caster's initiative value for a short time.


Curious to learn more? Check out the Eternity TTRPG Core Game PDF!

Summoner - Core Class Spell

Aeon (Magic): this Spell requires 2turns to cast, which do not need to be consecutive. You may “prepare” the first 1turn of this Spell even when no targets are in Range, then finish casting at any later time during the same Battle that you’d like. You can only have one (1) summoner Spell “prepared” at any given time.

Up to 3 allies in 4Range, heal +1HP. This Spell allows affected targets to heal 1HP above their normal max HP. This effect

also Fatigues affected targets, giving -1Resilience, -1Dodge, and -1Will for 1Day Duration (can stack without limit).

  • (Summoning) 10Range. You also have 10Range when casting this Spell, for Battle Duration.
  • (Mystic Infusion) +2HP. This effect also Fatigues affected targets, giving -2Resilience, -2Dodge, and -2Will for 1Day Duration (can stack without limit).
  • (Enhanced Gateways) You also have +7Initiative while casting this Spell (for 2turns).


All healing spells in Eternity TTRPG allow characters to "over-heal" their targets, by at least 1HP. So, in that sense, all healing spells in Eternity TTRPG are similar to aid 5e. However, Aeon from the summoner class is one of the only spells in the game that allows for area of effect, or multi-target healing. With a Critical, Aeon can provide substantial healing value, reach much further than normal, or also increase the caster's initiative value for a short time.


Curious to learn more? Check out the Eternity TTRPG Core Game PDF!

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D&D Heads to Magic: The Gathering's Lorwyn-Shadowmoor

By Jacob Tegtman • October 7, 2025
Transcribed content from our recent YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE2fUonKzl8 Transcription Dungeons & Dragons is officially crossing over with Magic: The Gathering’s Lorwyn-Shadowmoor! This fairytale world of eternal sunlight and creeping twilight is joining the Forgotten Realms through a brand-new digital-exclusive expansion. Welcome back to Eternity TTRPG—your go-to source for all things Dungeons & Dragons! So, what’s this mysterious realm and why is it part of the new 5.5 Edition rollout? And—should you actually spend fifteen bucks on it? Let’s dive in. Wizards of the Coast is making a bold move with Lorwyn: First Light—a brand-new digital-only supplement coming to D&D Beyond on November 18th . According to both Bell of Lost Souls and D&D Beyond’s official announcement, it’s part of the new Forgotten Realms bundle—which includes The Player’s Guide, Adventures in Faerûn, and three exclusive add-ons: Astarion’s Book of Hungers Netheril’s Fall and today’s star—Lorwyn: First Light. So, what is Lorwyn-Shadowmoor? If you’ve played Magic: The Gathering back in the late 2000s, you might remember these twin worlds—one a radiant fairytale land of endless summer, the other a dark, dreamlike reflection of it. In D&D terms, it’s being reimagined as a Domain of Delight in the Feywild—those whimsical, dangerous realms ruled by Archfey. But here’s the twist: Lorwyn and Shadowmoor used to shift every few centuries—light giving way to night. Now, both have begun bleeding together in unpredictable ways. Imagine meadows of sunlight interrupted by patches of midnight, separated by shimmering auroras. It’s a stunning concept—and one that promises both beauty and peril in equal measure. The big question is what do you actually get with Lorwyn: First Light? According to Wizards’ release info, you’ll get: 2 new feats 2 new backgrounds (likely tied to those feats) 2 new magic items 8 monsters drawn from the Feywild’s weirdest corners 2 playable species , plus advice for adapting 8 more to the Lorwyn-Shadowmoor setting Two mini-adventures —each with maps ready to drop into your campaign And yes, all of this can be used in the Forgotten Realms or as standalone Feywild content. Characters might cross over via fey crossings, or your adventurers might stumble through a glowing portal in the Moonshae Isles straight into a land where “dreams have claws.” The price tag is $14.99 for the standalone version—or as part of the Forgotten Realms Ultimate Bundle, which includes digital dice, and both digital and physical book copies. That’s stirred some debate online. Some fans love the idea of expanding the Feywild with official crossover content, while others worry it’s another micro-expansion cash grab. But the excitement is real—this marks the first time a Magic: The Gathering setting has officially joined D&D 5.5E. If this goes well, you should probably expect Wizards to do more of this kind of thing. In any case whether you’re a Lorwyn nostalgia fan or just want more Feywild flavor in your campaigns, this expansion could scratch both your card game and tabletop itches. Do you think that Lorwyn: First Light will be a delightful addition to your Feywild campaigns—or is this just another shiny portal to your wallet? Let me know in the comments below, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and ring that bell for more weekly D&D news and updates.

Gygax Memorial Fund Kickstarter to Commemorate Gary and D&D

By Jacob Tegtman • October 3, 2025
Transcribed content from our recent YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfmCpJPQM7o Transcription The Gygax Memorial Fund is working to build a D&D memorial for the late Gary Gygax. The memorial will (hopefully) be placed in Library Park , in downtown Lake Geneva, Wisconsin —the birthplace of Dungeons & Dragons. This is the park that Gary himself loved and even chose as the spot for a memorial before he passed. In 2024, during D&D’s 50th anniversary, the city officially granted land for the project. This memorial will be a life-sized stone gaming table, with a dungeon map designed by Gary Gygax himself. But the question is, will this Kickstarter finally succeed where past efforts failed? Welcome back to Eternity TTRPG—your weekly quest hub for all things Dungeons & Dragons. Today, we’re talking about a very feel-good story for your Friday – a legendary project years in the making: the Gary Gygax Memorial Game Table. Gary, co-creator of Dungeons & Dragons, passed away in 2008. Since then, his widow Gail Gygax has championed the idea of a permanent memorial in their hometown of Lake Geneva. Now, the Gygax Memorial Fund has revealed their project: a stone game table in Library Park, complete with benches and, eventually, a bronze statue of Gary himself. The table will feature a bronze map of Gygax’s very first dungeon. The Kickstarter launched October 1st, 2025, marking the anniversary of TSR, the company Gary founded to publish D&D. Backers for this project get everything from digital scrolls to engraved pavers around the monument. Of course, fans are excited—but also cautious. The Gygax Memorial Fund has been planning memorials since at least 2012, and past efforts fizzled after raising over $100K. This has left some fans asking wondering about this attempt. On EN World, one user wrote: ‘The fund has talked about this for a decade—none of it has come to fruition. What makes this attempt special?’ But others point out that since Paul Stormberg took over as chair in 2020, the fund has started producing real results—like memorial benches and library exhibits. And with Lake Geneva officially granting land for the project, this campaign has a stronger foundation than ever. For some D&D fans, this may not just be a statue, but a chance to gather in the very town where roleplaying was – more or less – born. It is pretty amazing to think that you could sit at Gary’s table and roll dice on his original dungeon. This is both a tribute to the past and a playable monument for future generations of adventurers. If you’re interested in helping fund the project, I’ll leave a link the video description, and comments. And lastly, what do you think? Will the Gary Gygax Memorial Game Table finally become a reality—or is this another critical fumble? Drop your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and ring that bell so you don’t miss next week’s D&D news.
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Critical Role's Campaign 4 Trailer Looks to be Heralding a Great Story

By Jacob Tegtman • September 30, 2025
Transcribed content from our recent YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv9HBlNaSMY Transcription Critical Role just dropped the story trailer for Campaign 4. It is looking like a bold campaign. We’re talking a brand-new world, an incredible 13 player characters, and a plot that kicks off with the execution of a revolutionary firebrand named Thiatzi Fang (we’ll see if I got that pronunciation right). Oh—and if you didn’t see my last video on the topic or you haven’t heard, Brennan Lee Mulligan is DMing this campaign while Matt Mercer will be a player.  Welcome back to Eternity TTRPG—your portal of divination into all things Dungeons & Dragons. First up with campaign 4—the setting. Unlike every previous Critical Role story, Campaign 4 leaves Exandria behind entirely. Instead, we’re venturing into Araman, a godless realm still haunted by the echoes of dead deities and a rebellion that shook the land 80 years ago. This isn’t just new lore, but a blank canvas, making it perfect if you’ve never watched Critical Role. There’s no prior knowledge required, which is perfect for new fans, but also a fresh start for longtime Critters. The trailer centers on Thiatzi Fang, a revolutionary who led something called the Falcon’s Rebellion twelve years back. Now, he’s been captured, condemned, and set to be executed by the mysterious Sundered Houses. Fang himself calls the Revolutionary Council a shadow of its former glory, while hinting at the unfinished war against the gods of Araman. So already, we’re looking at political intrigue, rebellion, and a potential spark for civil war. This time, Critical Role also isn’t just one party. That is to say, because there’s 13-players, they’re actually split into three connected, but altogether different parties. Each of these parties also has a name, describing their main focus in the campaign: The Seekers, the Soldiers, and the Schemers. This setup is packed with themes that Critical Role’s new DM, Brennan Lee Mulligan thrives on—iconoclasm, unity, and tension between hope and despair. The godless world of Araman asks: Without the Gods, who will seize the crown? Fans are buzzing that this campaign might explore things akin to segments from Game of Thrones, but with more dice rolls and way more crying. If you want to check it out, Campaign 4 launches October 2nd at 7 PM PT , streaming on Twitch, YouTube, and Critical Role’s Beacon service. Like I mentioned in my last video on Critical Role, they’ll be using the 2024 D&D 5e rules , with some special homebrew added by none other than Jeremy Crawford and Chris Perkins. And yes, you can jump in totally fresh if you want to see what Critical Role’s all about—no prior Exandria knowledge required. So—what do you think? Is Thiatzi Fang a hero, a villain, or something much more complicated? And which of the three parties are you most hyped to see—the Seekers, Soldiers, or Schemers? Drop your thoughts in the comments, and let’s get the speculation for this season’s campaign rolling. And lastly, if you liked this quick update, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and ring that bell so you don’t miss our usually bi-weekly dives into the biggest stories in the D&D universe. Until next time—may your rolls be high, and your executions be… postponed.
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