# Shield > [!info] Spell Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Level** | 1st | > | **School** | [[Abjuration]] | > | **Casting Time** | 1 Reaction *(when hit by an attack or targeted by Magic Missile)* | > | **Range** | Self | > | **Components** | V, S | > | **Duration** | 1 round | > | **Classes** | Sorcerer, Wizard, Artificer | --- ## Description An invisible barrier of magical force appears and protects you. Until the start of your next turn, you have a **+5 bonus to AC**, including against the triggering attack, and you take no damage from *Magic Missile*. --- ## At Higher Levels This spell does not have an upcast effect.