D&D Spell Slot Tracker
Track spell slots for every class — Wizards, Clerics, Warlocks & more. Auto-saves to your browser, supports short rests & multiclassing.
Spell Slot Tracker
Select your class and level, then track spell usage
About the D&D 5e Spell Slot System
Managing spell slots is one of the most critical skills for any spellcaster in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. Unlike martial classes that can swing their sword all day, spellcasters must carefully ration their magical energy throughout the adventuring day. Running out of spell slots at the wrong moment can turn a routine encounter into a desperate struggle for survival.
Our D&D Spell Slot Tracker eliminates the hassle of erasing and rewriting on your character sheet. Track spell usage for any class at any level. The tracker automatically adjusts to your class's spell slot progression — including special cases like Warlock Pact Magic (which always casts at max level and recovers on short rests). Your progress is automatically saved to your browser.
🔮 Key Spell Slot Rules
- Upcasting: Cast any spell using a higher-level slot than required.
- Prepared Spells: Clerics, Druids, Paladins, and Wizards prepare spells daily.
- Spells Known: Bards, Sorcerers, Warlocks, and Rangers learn spells permanently.
- Ritual Casting: Some spells can be cast as rituals without consuming a spell slot.
Full Caster Spell Slot Progression
| Level | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th | 7th | 8th | 9th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3rd | 4 | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5th | 4 | 3 | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7th | 4 | 3 | 3 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9th | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 11th | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | - | - |
| 17th | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 20th | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Warlock Pact Magic — A Different System
Warlocks have a small number of slots that are always the highest level available and recover on a short rest. At 9th level, a Warlock has 2 spell slots — both cast at 5th level — and potentially 6+ high-level casts per day with proper rest management.
💡 Expert Tips for Managing Spell Slots
- Don't blow your highest slots early. Save 3rd+ level slots for boss fights or emergencies.
- Ritual cast whenever possible. Wizards, Clerics, Druids, and Bards can ritual cast utility spells without spending slots.
- Short rests are your friend. Warlocks obviously benefit, but Wizards and Land Druids can recover slots on short rests via Arcane Recovery and Natural Recovery.
- Upcast strategically. Some spells scale beautifully with higher slots (Fireball +1d6/level). Others barely scale (Shield). Know which spells benefit most.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many spell slots does a 5th-level Wizard have?
4 first-level, 3 second-level, and 2 third-level slots — 9 total. They can recover up to 3 levels worth of slots on a short rest via Arcane Recovery.
Do Warlocks get their slots back on a short rest?
Yes! Warlocks recover ALL Pact Magic spell slots on a short rest. With 2 short rests per day, a Warlock effectively triples their spell output.
Does this tracker save my progress?
Yes! The tracker uses localStorage to auto-save your class, level, and slot usage. Close the page and come back — everything will be exactly as you left it.
🔮 Never Lose Track of Your Magic!
Use the D&D Spell Slot Tracker above to manage spells during every session. Pair it with our HP Calculator and Point Buy Calculator for complete character management.
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