For the equivalent Way of the Four Elements Monk spell, see .
Gaseous Form is a level 3 transmutation spell. This spell allows spellcasters to transform themselves or an ally into a cloud of mist to avoid attacks, reduce size, and gain Advantage on some Saving Throws.
UID
Spell flags
Description
Transform yourself or an ally into a tiny gas cloud. It can't fall, and fits through small openings. It is very hard to damage.The cloud has Advantage on Constitution, Dexterity, and Strength
Saving throws.
While transformed, the target won't be able to attack[See Notes], cast spells, or talk.
Properties
- Cost
Action +
Level 3 Spell Slot
- Details
Melee: 1.5 m / 5 ft
At higher levels
Casting this spell at a higher level grants no additional benefit.
Technical details

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Condition: Gaseous Form
Duration: Until Long rest
- Transformed into a cloud of mist.
- Resistant to all damage.
- Has
Advantage on Constitution, Dexterity, and Strength
Saving throws.
- Becomes Tiny in size.
- Cannot attack, cast spells, or speak.
- The target's Strength and Dexterity scores are set to 10 while in this form.
Creature: Gaseous Form (creature)
How to learn
Classes:
- Class level 5: Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard, Circle of the Spores (Circle Spell), and Circle of the Land (Underdark)
- Class level 6: College of Lore (via Magical Secrets)
- Class level 10: Bard (via Magical Secrets)
Notes
- The description "fits through small openings" includes traveling to different regions by going through small openings (pipes, animal burrows, cat holes, etc.), but also includes moving through 'walls' with openings in them like prison bars and gates.
- As a cloud of mist, you also gain the ability to fly.
- Contrary to the tooltip, unarmed attacks can be made without losing the form. This deals only the base unarmed damage and may go undetected depending on a Stealth check.