[RPG] cast a no-concentration spell while concentrating on another

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Is it possible, while concentrating on one spell, to cast a different spell or cantrip that do not require concentration without losing that concentration?

Best Answer

Things that end Concentration, as per page 203 of the PHB:

  • Casting another spell that requires concentration.

  • Failing the constitution saving throw when you take damage.

  • Being incapacitated or killed.

  • Environmental phenomena, at the DMs discretion.

Note that the rules don't say that just 'casting a spell' breaks concentration, only "casting another spell that requires concentration" does.

Therefore you can cast non-concentration spells without losing concentration on another spell.