As a warlock, you have a few actions you can take as a bonus action in Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. Here are the answers to some common questions about what a warlock can do as a bonus action:
Can a warlock cast a cantrip as a bonus action?
Yes, you can cast a cantrip as a bonus action and also cast a different cantrip as your action in Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition.
Can warlocks use Eldritch blast as a bonus action?
Yes, warlocks can use Eldritch Blast as a bonus action by using the Sorcerer’s Metamagic (Quickened Spell) or by using the War Caster feat to cast it as a reaction.
What can be done as a bonus action in D&D?
Bonus actions in D&D provide extra opportunities to cast spells, make attacks, or disengage from a sticky situation.
Can you use cantrips as a bonus action?
They can be cast as bonus actions through the Sorcerer’s Metamagic (Quickened Spell) and as reactions through the War Caster Feat, but beyond those bounds, cantrips always cost an action to cast.
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Do druids get bonus actions?
Yes, druids can use their bonus action to cast spells or activate certain abilities, such as the Combat Wild Shape feature for Circle of the Moon druids.
Is throwing a dagger a bonus action?
Throwing a dagger is not a bonus action, it is a standard action (ranged spell attack) in Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition.
Can wizards use bonus actions?
Yes, wizards can use their bonus action to cast spells with a casting time of 1 action, such as quickened spells or spells cast through features like Action Surge.
Do wizards get bonus actions?
Yes, wizards can get bonus actions through features like the Bladesong ability as a Blade Singer or the Illusory Reality feature as an Illusion Wizard.
Can a warlock move between Eldritch blasts?
Yes, a warlock can break up their movement between Eldritch Blast attacks, using some of their speed before and after their action.
Can a warlock cast Hex and Eldritch blast?
No, a warlock cannot cast Hex and Eldritch Blast on the same turn, as they both require an action to cast.
Can a non warlock use Eldritch Blast?
Yes, non-warlocks can use Eldritch Blast if they take the Eldritch Adept feat, which allows them to learn the Eldritch Blast cantrip.
Can you cast cantrips and spells as a bonus action?
No, you cannot cast spells and cantrips as a bonus action in the same turn, except for specific instances like the Sorcerer’s Quickened Spell Metamagic option.
Can you use Firebolt as a bonus action?
No, Firebolt is a standard action and cannot be used as a bonus action.
Can you throw a magic stone as a bonus action?
Yes, you can use a bonus action to throw a magic stone if you have the Magic Stone cantrip.
Can you use a bonus action on enemy turn?
No, you can only use reactions on an enemy’s turn. Bonus actions can only be used on your turn.
Can you hold a bonus action spell?
No, you cannot hold a bonus action spell. The Ready action only allows you to prepare a single attack, spell, or action, but not a bonus action or movement.
Can you throw a shadow blade as a bonus action?
No, throwing a shadow blade is not a bonus action. The shadow blade spell specifically states that if you throw it, it dissipates at the end of the turn.
Is dual wielding a bonus action?
No, dual wielding is not a bonus action. It allows you to make an additional attack with your off-hand weapon when you take the Attack action.
Is spiritual weapon an action or bonus action?
Casting spiritual weapon is a bonus action, and on subsequent turns, you can use a bonus action to move the weapon and make another attack.
Can a druid turn into an owlbear?
No, druids cannot turn into an owlbear, as owlbears are categorized as monstrosities and not beasts, which are the forms druids can transform into.
Do barbarians get bonus actions?
Yes, barbarians can use their bonus action for various abilities, such as entering a rage or making an additional attack with certain subclass features.
Do monks get bonus actions?
Yes, monks can make one unarmed strike as a bonus action when they use the Attack action with an unarmed strike or a monk weapon on their turn.
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