How Does Preparing Spells Work When Multiclassing?
Multiclassing is a fantastic feature in Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition that allows players to combine the abilities of two or more classes. However, it can be a bit tricky to navigate the spellcasting rules when multiclassing, especially when it comes to preparing spells. In this article, we’ll dive into the details of how preparing spells works when multiclassing.
Choosing Your Spells
When multiclassing, you have access to the spellcasting features of both your classes. This means you need to choose which spells to prepare from each class’s spell list. You can only prepare spells from one class’s spell list per day, so you’ll need to decide which class’s spells to focus on.
Spellcasting Class
When multiclassing, you’ll have two spellcasting classes: your primary class and your secondary class. Your primary class is the class that you started with, and your secondary class is the class that you multiclassed into.
- Primary Class: This is the class that you started with, and you’ll have access to its spellcasting features, including its spell list and spell slots.
- Secondary Class: This is the class that you multiclassed into, and you’ll have access to its spellcasting features, including its spell list and spell slots.
Preparating Spells
To prepare spells, you’ll need to choose which spells from your spell list you want to cast the next day. You can choose up to the number of spell slots you have of the next highest level, so if you have three 1st-level spell slots, you can prepare up to three 1st-level spells.
Here’s an example of how this works:
| Spell Level | Number of Slots | Number of Spells You Can Prepare |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | 3 |
| 2nd | 2 | 2 |
| 3rd | 1 | 1 |
Cleric Spells
Clerics are a special case when it comes to multiclassing. Clerics must prepare their spells according to their Cleric level, not their total spellcaster level. This means that if you’re a Fighter/Cleric, you’ll need to prepare your spells according to your Cleric level, not your Fighter level.
Wizard Spells
Wizards, on the other hand, can prepare their spells according to their total spellcaster level. Wizards can prepare spells from their own spell list or from another spell list, as long as they have the required spell slots.
Converting Spells
If you’re multiclassing with a Wizard, you can convert spells from another class’s spell list into a Wizard spell. To do this, you’ll need to rewrite the spell in your own notation and add it to your Wizard spell list. This can be a fun and creative way to combine spells from different classes.
Conclusion
Preparing spells when multiclassing can be a bit tricky, but with these rules in mind, you should be able to navigate the process with ease. Remember to choose your spells wisely, take into account your spellcasting class, and have fun combining spells from different classes. Happy adventuring!