This is how you calculate a character’s spell save DC in DnD 5e: Spell save DC = 8 + spellcasting ability modifier + proficiency bonus What’s my spellcasting ability modifier?
Author: Matt Zane
Matt Zane started DnD Lounge in 2021. Matt began playing DnD 5e in 2015, and has been DMing since 2017. He loves optimization, but also enjoys looking for creative ways to use spells and abilities that follow the spirit and letter of the rules. He also eschews pure optimization in favor of a more balanced approach, where building a character is primarily about serving an interesting story arc and party dynamics rather than maxing out DPR.
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