Welcome, adventurer! Use the definitive D&D 5th Edition (5e) Spell Slot Calculator to instantly determine how many spell slots your character possesses based on their Caster Level. This tool is essential for planning your daily magical resources.
D&D Spell Slot Calculator
D&D Spell Slot Calculator Formula
$$ \text{Slots}(\text{Level}, \text{Rank}) = \text{TABLE}[\text{Level}][\text{Rank}] $$
For example, a Level 5 Full Caster: 4 (1st), 3 (2nd), 2 (3rd).
Formula Source: Player’s Handbook, Chapter 3: Classes | D&D Beyond: Spellcasting Rules
Variables
- Caster Level: Your character’s current effective level in a spellcasting class. For single-class characters, this is the character level. For multiclass characters, consult the “Multiclass Spellcasting” rules (this calculator assumes a single, full spellcasting class).
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What is D&D Spell Slot Calculator?
A D&D 5th Edition Spell Slot Calculator is a vital utility for players of full-caster classes like the Wizard, Sorcerer, Cleric, Druid, and Bard. Unlike martial characters who rely on hit points and exhaustion, a spellcaster’s daily effectiveness is limited by the number of times they can cast spells of a given level.
Spell slots represent the magical energy reservoirs a character possesses. A 1st-level spell cast using a 3rd-level slot gains additional power (upcasting). This calculator provides the precise breakdown of slots (1st through 9th level) to ensure players accurately track their resources, avoiding rule disputes and allowing for better strategic decision-making in combat and exploration.
How to Calculate D&D Spell Slots (Example)
- Determine Caster Level: Let’s assume a single-class Wizard who has reached Level 7.
- Consult the Full Caster Table: Reference the standard D&D 5e Spell Slot table for a Level 7 character.
- Identify Slot Distribution: The table indicates the following slots for a Level 7 Full Caster:
- 1st-Level: 4 Slots
- 2nd-Level: 3 Slots
- 3rd-Level: 3 Slots
- 4th-Level: 1 Slot
- Sum the Total: Add the number of slots together: $4 + 3 + 3 + 1 = 11$ Total Spell Slots.
- Plan Accordingly: The player now knows they have 11 total slots to manage for the day, allowing them to prepare their most powerful spells (like 4th level) only once.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Does this calculator handle Multiclassing?
No, this calculator strictly follows the single-class Full Caster progression table. Multiclass spell slot calculation requires a much more complex system involving summing up class levels (with appropriate divisors) to find the total effective spellcasting level.
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What about Warlocks’ Pact Magic slots?
Warlocks use a distinct “Pact Magic” system that has fewer, but higher-level slots that refresh on a short rest. This calculator does not cover Warlock slots, as they use a separate progression table.
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How are spell slots regained?
Most spellcasters (Wizards, Clerics, etc.) regain all expended spell slots after finishing a Long Rest. Classes with unique mechanics, like the Wizard’s Arcane Recovery, may regain a limited number of slots during a Short Rest.
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What is the maximum spell level a character can cast?
The maximum spell level is determined by the highest level slot available, which is capped at 9th level for a Level 17-20 Full Caster. However, the highest level spell a character can *prepare* depends on their character level and spellcasting ability score.