What are the rules for spell slots in D&D?

When a character casts a spell, he or she expends a slot of that spell's level or higher, effectively “filling” a slot with the spell. You can think of a spell slot as a groove of a certain size—small for a 1st--level slot, larger for a spell of higher level.
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What are the requirements for spells in D&D?

There are three components for spells in D&d 5e. - verbal (V) , somatic(S) and material components(M). Verbal components are the magical words that a caster needs to say to cast the spells. Somatic components are the hand motions that a caster does to cast the spell.
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How do you prepare spell slots in D&D?

The spells must be of a level for which you have spell slots. For example, if you're a 3rd-level wizard, you have four 1st-level and two 2nd-level spell slots. With an Intelligence of 16, your list of prepared spells can include six spells of 1st or 2nd level, in any combination, chosen from your spellbook.
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How do you determine the number of spell slots in D&D?

You determine your available spell slots by adding together all your levels in the bard, cleric, druid, sorcerer, and wizard classes, and half your levels (rounded down) in the paladin and ranger classes. Use this total to determine your spell slots by consulting the Multiclass Spellcaster table.
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How do spells work in Dungeons and Dragons?

In casting a spell, a character carefully plucks at the invisible strands of raw magic suffusing the world, pins them in place in a particular pattern, sets them vibrating in a specific way, and then releases them to unleash the desired effect--in most cases, all in the span of seconds.
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How many times can you use spells in D&D?

You can cast any spell of X level a number of times equal to the number of spell slots you have of that level. So if you have 3 1st level slots and Magic Missile, Shield, Mage Armor and Ice Knife prepared you can cast any one of those spells upto 3 times. Or you could cast Magic Missile twice and Shield once.
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How do you calculate known spells in D&D?

Since you know a total of 6 spells at first level and learn 2 at each additional level, it took me a bit to work out, but essentially if you use the formula y=2x+4 where x is your Wizard level and y is the total number of spells you know (not accounting for any spells you copied into your book).
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Do Cantrips count as spells?

Yes, cantrips are spells. They ate specially defined as level 0 spells in the PHB. So, if a description references a spell, with no level or slot reference, then cantrips are included.
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Is there a limit on spell slots?

Most characters make do with the slots granted by their spellcasting class and that usually limites them to at most 4 slots/day. There's probably items increasing that number though, but those are rare and expensive and probably wont add more than a single extra slot - maybe 2?
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How do I know my spell slots?

1: Above your action bar you'll see a number of icons with little squares in them (assuming you're a caster). Those little squares are your spell slots. They start out blue, then get grayed out as you use your spells.
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What is the difference between spells known and spell slots?

So, spells known versus spell slots is your first confusion. When you learn spells, slots don't come into play at all—learning a spell just takes up a “spell known,” rather than going into a “spell slot.” Spell slots, rather, are what you use to cast spells each day. So when you cast a spell, you use a spell slot.
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How do you calculate prepared spells?

Calculating the number of spells that can be prepared for a single-classed character isn't too difficult. 0.5 * Spellcasting Modifier + Level for full casters, 0.5 * Spellcasting Modifier + 0.5 * Level for half casters.
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What class gives the most spell slots?

Spell Slots Up To Ninth Level

Wizards have the largest spell list in D&D 5e, covering more areas than any other spellcaster. Even being limited by their spellbook mechanic doesn't slow them down due to the ability to find spells while adventuring. Wizards can do almost anything they want with D&D 5e spellcasting.
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Can you cast 2 spells in one turn?

You can't cast another spell during the same turn, except for a cantrip with a casting time of 1 action. That's it, that's the whole rule in question.
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What is the secret writing spell in D&D?

The illusory script spell allows one to hide a secret written message that either appears unintelligible or appears to be an unrelated message to anyone other than the intended recipient(s).
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What is the best class for spells in D&D?

The Wizard is undoubtedly the go-to class for any player looking to try casting for the first time, and for good reason. It's arguably the most iconic class in Dungeons and Dragons, with access to a huge swathe of useful spells, and is considered by most to be the best casting class in general.
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How do spell slot levels work?

You can think of a spell slot as a groove of a certain size—small for a 1st--level slot, larger for a spell of higher level. A 1st--level spell fits into a slot of any size, but a 9th--level spell fits only in a 9th--level slot.
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Can you use multiple spell slots for one spell?

Yes. You can cast any spell you have prepared as many times as you have slots. So say you have three 1st level slots and you prepared magic missile, shield, and mage armor. You can cast any one of them upto 3 times since you have 3 slots.
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What happens if you run out of spell slots?

If you don't have the spell slot for it, you simply cannot cast the spell no matter what. The only exception are spell scrolls, but that's not you casting the spell but you using an item.
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Can I use two cantrips?

You can't cast two spells of 1st-level or higher in the same turn, but you can cast as many cantrips as you have actions for. If you cast a spell of 1st-level or higher - or a cantrip - as a bonus action, you can still cast a cantrip as your action.
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How many times can I use my cantrips?

Cantrips can be cast an unlimited number of times per day.
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Can you infinitely use cantrips?

You have an unlimited number of uses for most cantrips. There are some, however, that are limited to once per short rest, e.g. Mage Hand.
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Does identify tell you if an item is cursed?

Identify does NOT reveal a curse, as per the rules. That's one thing it specifically does not do. Most cursed items also double up on this reassurance by mentioning in their own text that Identify does not reveal the curse.
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Can you cast identify on a person?

Identify takes a full minute and you have to be touching the target the whole time. What's Your Backstory? Also, you are allowed to cast Identify on a PERSON.
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Can detect magic see curses?

Detect magic works to detect magical effects. You would be able to tell the PC was under the effect of magic, but not that they were cursed per se. Dispel magic specifically only ends active spells. You would need remove curse to end a curse that is not a spell.
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