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Matt Zane started DnD Lounge in 2021. Matt began playing DnD 5e in 2015, and has been DMing since 2017. He loves optimization, but also enjoys looking for creative ways to use spells and abilities that follow the spirit and letter of the rules. He also eschews pure optimization in favor of a more balanced approach, where building a character is primarily about serving an interesting story arc and party dynamics rather than maxing out DPR.

Eldritch Blast 5e [DnD’s Best Cantrip in 2024 PHB + Spell Guide]

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Matt Zane

You hurl a beam of crackling energy. Make a ranged spell attack against one creature or object in range. On a hit, the target takes 1d10 Force damage. Cantrip Upgrade.

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Sanctuary 5e [2024 DnD: Nerfed in 5.5e]

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Matt Zane

You ward a creature within range. Until the spell ends, any creature who targets the warded creature with an attack roll or a damaging spell must succeed on a Wisdom

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Guidance 5e [DnD 2024: Still S-Tier Despite Minor Changes]

Posted on December 6, 2025 by Matt Zane

You touch a willing creature and choose a skill. Until the spell ends, the creature adds 1d4 to any ability check using the chosen skill. Casting Time: Action Range: Touch

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Sending 5e [DnD 2024 Spell Guide: Uses, Rules, DM Tips]

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Matt Zane

You send a short message of 25 words or fewer to a creature you have met or a creature described to you by someone who has met it. The target

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Heat Metal 5e [DnD 2024: Minor Nerf]

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Matt Zane

Choose a manufactured metal object, such as a metal weapon or a suit of Heavy or Medium metal armor, that you can see within range. You cause the object to

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Cure Wounds 5e [Why It’s Better in 2024 DnD 5.5]

Posted on December 2, 2025 by Matt Zane

A creature you touch regains a number of Hit Points equal to 2d8 plus your spellcasting ability modifier. Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot. The healing increases by 2d8 for each

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Healing Word 5e [DnD 2024: Still the Best Healing Spell]

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Matt Zane

A creature of your choice that you can see within range regains Hit Points equal to 2d4 plus your spellcasting ability modifier. Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot. The healing increases

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Hypnotic Pattern 5e [DnD 2024: Still the GOAT]

Posted on November 23, 2025 by Matt Zane

You create a twisting pattern of colors in a 30-foot Cube within range. The pattern appears for a moment and vanishes. Each creature in the area who can see the

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Spiritual Weapon 5e [2024 Nerf: Is It Still Worth Preparing?]

Posted on November 22, 2025 by Matt Zane

You create a floating, spectral force that resembles a weapon of your choice and lasts for the duration. The force appears within range in a space of your choice, and

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Chill Touch 5e [2024 Nerfed the Niche Spell]

Posted on November 22, 2025 by Matt Zane

Channeling the chill of the grave, make a melee spell attack against a target within reach. On a hit, the target takes 1d10 Necrotic damage, and it can’t regain Hit

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