The flame blade spell deals 3d6 fire damage on a hit when cast using a 2nd-level spell slot. The damage increases when cast at higher spell slot levels.
Base Damage
When you successfully hit a target with the flame blade, it takes 3d6 fire damage. This is the standard damage output for the spell when cast at its base level (2nd level). The damage type is always fire.
Damage at Higher Levels
When you cast flame blade using a spell slot of 4th level or higher, the damage increases by 1d6 for every two spell slot levels above 2nd. This means the damage scales up, providing more potent attacks as you use higher-level spell slots.
Here's a breakdown of the damage based on the spell slot level used:
| Spell Slot Level | Damage Dealt (Fire) |
|---|---|
| 2nd Level | 3d6 |
| 3rd Level | 3d6 |
| 4th Level | 4d6 |
| 5th Level | 4d6 |
| 6th Level | 5d6 |
| 7th Level | 5d6 |
| 8th Level | 6d6 |
| 9th Level | 6d6 |
Additional Effects
Beyond its damaging capabilities, the flame blade also emanates light. The flaming blade sheds bright light in a 10-foot radius and dim light for an additional 10 feet beyond that. This can be useful for illuminating dark areas during combat or exploration.
