Song of Thunder and Lightning

6th-level evocation (Bard)


  • Casting Time: 1 bonus action
  • Range: 60 feet
  • Components: V, S
  • Duration: Concentration, up to 1 minute

You sing of the great storms of yore, of sailors struggling to survive on the violent seas, of divine retribution from the heavens. As the song plays, you can not speak or cast a spell, or take any action other than moving or performing this song.As part of performing this song, you can use an action to activate one of the following effects.Stanza of Thunder: One creature of your choice within range gains 3d6 temporary hit points, which last until they finish a short rest or long rest. A glowing mote of distorted air appears hovering at a point you can see within range. The mote explodes with a loud boom, and every creature within a 10-foot radius must make a Constitution saving throw. A creature takes 6d6 thunder damage on a failed save, and takes half damage on a success.Stanza of Lighting: One creature of your choice within range gains 3d6 temporary hit points, which last until they finish a short rest or long rest. A glowing mote of light crackling with tendrils of lightning appears hovering at a point you can see within range. The mote explodes, and every creature within a 10-foot radius must make a Dexterity saving throw. A creature takes 6d6 lightning damage on a failed save, and takes half damage on a success.