# Ray of Frost - **Level**: 0 - **Classes**: Sorcerer, Wizard - **Casting Time**: 1 action - **Range**: 60 feet - **Components**: V, S - **Duration**: Instantaneous - **Source**: [5e Core Rules](http://dnd.wizards.com/articles/features/systems-reference-document-srd) A frigid beam of blue-white light streaks toward a creature within range. Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, it takes 1d8 cold damage, and its speed is reduced by 10 feet until the start of your next turn. **Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot.** The spell's damage increases by 1d8 when you reach 5th level (2d8), 11th level (3d8), and 17th level (4d8).