Sometimes its as simple as abruptly turning an encounter on its head.

Or, you might cast a spell that solves an issue the partys been dealing with for some time.

For when just an attack isn’t enough.

Split images of Druid, Paladin, and human Barbarian in official Dungeons and Dragons art.

After all, D&D isnt just about combat spells.

Sometimes, having a spell to creatively solve an issue at hand is more clutch than anything.

Here are some of the best spells for creative problem-solving.

Three spellcasters in a split image, each casting a different magical effect in Dungeons and Dragons

That’s why we’ve updated this list with even more unconventional spell options in Dungeons & Dragons.

This means that not only is this spell great for roleplay, but also combat scenarios.

Need to do some reconnaissance in an underground sewer system?

Split images of Dungeons & Dragons art.

Gaining the ability to breathe underwater with this spell can help.

The possibilities are endless.

Looking to take your Dungeons & Dragons play to the next level?

A spellcaster conjures an image inside a crystal ball in Dungeons & Dragons.

Here are successful character builds for advanced players.

This is perfect for urban sprawl-style campaigns or palace intrigue.

In addition, you could choose if you want the sound to be mentally or physically audible.

Split image of different actions in DnD

Zuggtmoy, the Demon Queen of Fungi by Dawn Carlos

Plus, you might use the audible element to alert others to someones presence besides yourself.

you might also move the eye by using a bonus action.

This spell is the ultimate lower-level spying spell.

A demon queen of fungi with purple hair examining a mushroom spore in Dungeons & Dragons.

Zuggtmoy, the Demon Queen of Fungi by Dawn Carlos

Use it to gain information from adversaries.

If no one in the party has darkvision, this spell can also be helpful in that regard.

But these are the ones that stand out.

A player character succumbing to the Reality Break spell in Dungeons & Dragons.

Reality Break Spell by Brian Valeza

Clone is the perfect solution to making sure your character comes back in one piece.

Commune with Nature grants you knowledge of the area within three miles of you.

Looking to plan escape routes from a potentially dangerous combat encounter?

An artisan’s workshop in Dungeons & Dragons.

Artisan Background by Luca Bancone

This spell will also do the trick.

Its easy to get creative and customize this spells abilities to your partys needs.

Of course, at its base level, this is great forprotecting party bastionsor keeps.

Three rogues infiltrate a vault and steal a gem while attacking a pair of guards in Dungeons & Dragons.

Sneak Attack by Evyn Fong

However, there are other ways to make use of this spell.

The spell allows you to choose from several types of creatures as well.

This includes Aberrations, Celestials, Fey, Fiends, and Undead.

A red dragonborne character in Dungeons & Dragons holds an arcane focus in his claw.

A Draconic Warlock by Ignatius Budi

you might also see and hear through this double.

These backstory ideas could help make your D&D Druid journey a great one.

Consider sending your duplicate into the next room of the dungeon before yourself!

Tasha brewing a potion over a cauldron in Dungeons & Dragons.

Tasha by Linda Lithen

And, at higher levels, you’re free to alter memories from years prior.

A druidic woman with red hair and a crown of wood is surrounded by animals in Dungeons & Dragons.

A Druid by Alexander Mokhov

A sorcerer with white hair and a red cape casts an intricate spell in Dungeons & Dragons.

The Sorcerer Delina by Wisnu Tan

A wizard in a green study casts a magic spell, as a creepy green phantom emerges from a pot of slime from D&D.

A Wizard In His Study by Olga Drebas

A cleric attempts a raise dead spell surrounded by glowing white light in Dungeons & Dragons.

Raise Dead by Polar Engine

Tabletop

d&d