Melee Weapon Attack Combat rule

What It Is

Melee Weapon Attack is a combat rule reference used by rules, class features, spells, items, and rulings.

This page is a compact play reference. If a spell, feature, monster, item, or DM ruling gives a more specific instruction, use that specific instruction.

How To Use It

Use this reference when another rule mentions melee weapon attack or when you need to resolve that part of play.

Limits And Rolls

The specific spell, feature, item, or DM ruling can add more precise instructions.
Use the linked rule as the baseline when no more specific rule overrides it.
You only roll when the rule, DM, spell, item, or feature asks for a roll.

FAQ

What is Melee Weapon Attack in D&D?

Melee Weapon Attack is a rules reference that explains one part of character creation, exploration, combat, or spellcasting.

Read more: Melee Weapon Attack A stylized crossed-weapon icon representing a melee weapon attack. D&D Portal - Melee Weapon Attack Combat rule Melee Weapon Attack is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/melee-weapon-attack/

How does Melee Weapon Attack work?

The Melee Weapon Attack page explains the rule, its requirements, and the result during play.

How do you use Melee Weapon Attack during play?

Use the Melee Weapon Attack rules when the situation described on the page occurs during a game.