As the year 2014 introduced various updates and expansions in many popular role-playing games, clerics found themselves with a plethora of new and powerful spells at their disposal. Below is a list of the ten best spells for clerics in 2014, which could turn the tide of battle, heal allies, or thwart enemies with divine precision.

1.Beacon of Hope – This spell was a game-changer for clerics seeking to support their party in heavy combat. By casting Beacon of Hope, clerics gifted their allies with maximized healing from any source, as well as providing advantage on Wisdom saving throws and death saving throws.

2.Spirit Guardians – A formidable spell for both offense and defense, Spirit Guardians called forth spirits to protect the caster, damaging foes while simultaneously creating a difficult terrain for enemy movement.

3.Warding Bond – With this spell, clerics could form a powerful protective tether between themselves and an ally. This bond halved the damage taken by the target and transferred it to the cleric, showcasing the selfless nature of the clerical class.

4.Guiding Bolt – As both an offensive spell and a tactical aid, Guiding Bolt inflicted significant radiant damage on enemies from range and granted advantage on the next attack roll against that creature, due to its mystical light.

5.Revivify – Perhaps one of the most vital spells in a cleric’s repertoire, Revivify allowed them to bring the dead back to life within minutes of passing. Though costly in components, its ability to change the course of the party’s fate cannot be overstated.

6.Holy Weapon – When it came to augmenting physical combat capabilities, Holy Weapon was unmatched. This spell imbued a weapon with divine energy that not only significantly increased its damage but also emitted bright light and had the potential to explode with radiance upon ending.

7.Mass Healing Word – The swift cast time and range of Mass Healing Word made this an indispensable spell during widespread combat situations where multiple allies required immediate healing.

8.Spiritual Weapon – Renowned for its strategic versatility, Spiritual Weapon created a spectral weapon that could attack enemies at a distance with force damage and without requiring concentration.

9.Banishment – As both defensive crowd control and an enemy-neutralizing tool, Banishment excelled; it could remove dangerous foes from battle temporarily or even permanently banish creatures native to other planes.

10.Divine Intervention – As an invocation of divine power itself, Divine Intervention had the potential for massive effect — though unpredictable — as their deity might directly aid in their situation in any number of ways.

These ten spells represented some of the most potent tools available to clerics in 2014, each offering a unique aspect of divine might that could elevate their role within an adventuring party or during a sacred quest.