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habsin4
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Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 13:29
 msg #1
5e D&D Rules Question concerning resistance
I've played with so many systems over the years that I forget how the rules work within different ones sometimes. Can someone remind me, does 5th edition D&D elemental resistance (fire, cold, etc.) apply to magical attacks (burning hands, ray of frost, etc.)? I think it does but I can't find the specific rule anywhere.
Jewwk of Shuu
 member, 13 posts
 "I cast: Pro: Sandwich"
 GM: "But WHY?!"
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 13:42
 msg #2
5e D&D Rules Question concerning resistance
In reply to habsin4 (msg # 1):

Yes, it does. Elemental (Fire, cold, etc.) is treated as it's own Damage Category, per pg 78 of the 5e Basic Rules pdf.
habsin4
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Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 13:56
 msg #3
5e D&D Rules Question concerning resistance
Thanks
habsin4
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Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 13:59
 msg #4
5e D&D Rules Question concerning resistance
Wait, so since Sacred Flame is radiant damage, resistance to fire wouldn't affect that, right?
Jewwk of Shuu
 member, 14 posts
 "I cast: Pro: Sandwich"
 GM: "But WHY?!"
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 14:14
 msg #5
5e D&D Rules Question concerning resistance
In reply to habsin4 (msg # 4):

Don't let the name fool you.

quote:
Flame-like radiance descends on a creature that you can
see within range. The target must succeed on a Dexterity
saving throw or take 1d8 radiant damage. The target
gains no benefit from cover for this saving throw.


It deals Radiant Damage, it just looks like a "flame" of light.


Also, remember DM has final discretion on these matters, so if it makes sense in your game world, go for it! Rules are just guidelines for jumping off points, imho. :)
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