Is a cantrip a weapon attack?

Some cantrips/spells specifically say that you do a weapon attack. But some like Shocking Grasp say that they make a "melee spell attack".
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Does a cantrip count as an attack?

They're cantrips, meaning a spell. As part of the spell, you are making an attack with a weapon.
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What is considered a weapon attack 5e?

A melee attack typically uses a handheld weapon such as a sword, a warhammer, or an axe. A typical monster makes a melee attack when it strikes with its claws, horns, teeth, tentacles, or other body part. A few spells also involve making a melee attack.
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Are cantrips considered actions?

The rules around spell casting are quite specific. Most spells including cantrips require your full action so in most circumstances you will have to choose between a circle spell or a cantrip.
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What is a cantrip?

In the trading card game Magic: The Gathering, a cantrip is player-jargon referring to a spell that, in addition to any other effect, makes a player draw a card.
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What is the cantrip rule?

Cantrips. A cantrip is a spell that can be cast at will, without using a spell slot and without being prepared in advance. Repeated practice has fixed the spell in the caster's mind and infused the caster with the magic needed to produce the effect over and over. A cantrip's spell level is 0.
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Why is it called a cantrip?

The term originated from a Scottish word for a magic spell or charm. The term entered the gaming lexicon through Dungeons & Dragons as slang for a spell with a minor effect and no cost. Cantrips are included in decks for varying reasons.
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Can cantrips be used out of combat?

Cantrips are spells that don't use slots and can be cast an infinite number of times without depleting resources. To this end, they're less powerful than other spells. However, some are still incredibly useful. Whether in combat or out, there are cantrips that any spellcaster would want.
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Do cantrips count as spells?

Cantrips are sometimes easier to think of as level 0 spells, since they require zero spell slots to cast. They are relatively weak compared to higher level spells, but they are still spells.
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Can I use a cantrip as a bonus action?

Bonus action spells are great because they let spellcasters cast two spells in one round. In a Dungeons & Dragons rule that many players get wrong, characters are allowed one spell and one cantrip to be cast in a turn so long as one is a bonus action.
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What counts as a weapon in 5e?

The two categories are simple and martial. Most people can use simple weapons with proficiency. These weapons include clubs, maces, and other weapons often found in the hands of commoners. Martial weapons, including swords, axes, and polearms, require more specialized training to use effectively.
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How is weapon attack calculated in D&D?

Melee weapons with proficiency The basic attack bonus formula for melee weapons your PC is proficient in is: Strength (STR) Modifier + Proficiency Bonus. In other words, all you need to do is add their STR modifier to their proficiency bonus, and that's their attack bonus.
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Is casting a spell an attack?

Technically, casting a spell is an action, bonus action, or reaction depending on the spells casting time. While spells may involve an attack, they are not cast as attacks (bladesinger extra attack as an exception). Extra attack requires the attack action and (usually, see above) does not interact with spells.
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When can cantrips be used?

Essentially, they're your always ready (unless specifically don't equip them for some ungodly reason) spells and a main part of your arsenal till you have enough spell slots to reliably use your bigger, high cost spells, or just don't feel like using them (eg: don't want to waste a spell slot zapping a lone, wounded ...
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Do cantrips need an attack roll?

Many don't. Some are still attacks but require a saving throw instead of an attack roll, in which case, the difficulty class (DC) of the caster must be met to avoid the spell's damage and/or conditions. Many don't because not all cantrips are attacks. For example, light and mending.
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Can you cast a cantrip and a spell?

You can't cast another spell during the same turn, except for a cantrip with a casting time of 1 action." It's all about the action economy. Each turn, you get 1 action, 1 bonus action (if you have something you can do with it), 1 reaction, and 1 move.
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Does a cantrip count as an action?

You can cast a spell as an action (a cantrip is a spell, and only a cantrip will work for the action here) and a cantrip as a bonus action. But as established, you can't cast a leveled spell with that action. words matter.
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Can I use two cantrips?

Then, you could use your action to cast a cantrip that affects only one target (like most attack cantrips), and Twin that. With your 2 levels of fighter (so you are a triple class), use Action Surge to cast another cantrip, and Twin that, and get a reaction spell as well on someone else's turn (same round).
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Can you use cantrips all the time?

Cantrips can be cast an unlimited number of times per day.
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How many times can you use a cantrip in battle?

If there are limits to its usage, the feature will tell you. Otherwise, the general rule is cantrips don't have a limited use and can be used at will. The way of shadow monk can use minor illusion an unlimited number of times per day without using ki.
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Can counterspell stop cantrips?

Can you counterspell cantrips? Yes. Cantrips are considered level 0, which is automatically counterspelled.
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Can a fighter use cantrips?

Spellcasting: You get access to a fantastic range of spells and Cantrips that will help you build your Fighter and bring a little edge to the battlefield.
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What's the best cantrip?

You may get more use out of Prestidigitation or Minor Illusion, depending on how you play your character. The best cantrip in Dungeons and Dragons is often considered to be "Eldritch Blast." This warlock-exclusive cantrip is highly regarded for its versatility and combat effectiveness.
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Can you twin spell a cantrip?

Twinned Spell

When you cast a spell that targets only one creature and doesn't have a range of self, you can spend a number of sorcery points equal to the spell's level to target a second creature in range with the same spell (1 sorcery point if the spell is a cantrip).
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What is thunderclap cantrip?

The Thunderclap cantrip says that "You create a burst of thunderous sound that can be heard up to 100 feet away." A normal speaking voice can be heard 100 feet away. A normal human speaking voice can in fact be heard over 500' away. 100 is not all that impressive for 'thunder'. Doing damage to 100' would be impressive.
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