Condition
Exhaustion
Exhaustion is a game condition that can affect what a creature can perceive, do, or resist during play.
What It Is
Exhaustion is a condition: a temporary game state that changes a creature's capabilities.
This page is a compact play reference. If a spell, feature, monster, item, or DM ruling gives a more specific instruction, use that specific instruction.
How To Use It
Apply exhaustion when a spell, feature, monster, hazard, or ruling imposes it. Track the duration or the rule that ends it.
Limits And Rolls
- Exhaustion is measured in levels.
- Higher levels apply harsher penalties.
- Removing exhaustion depends on rest, magic, or the effect that caused it.
- The condition itself is not a roll; the effect that causes it tells you whether to roll an attack, saving throw, ability check, or nothing.
Quick Reference
| Level | Effect |
|---|---|
| 1 | Disadvantage on ability checks |
| 2 | Speed halved |
| 3 | Disadvantage on attack rolls and saving throws |
| 4 | Hit point maximum halved |
| 5 | Speed reduced to 0 |
| 6 | Death |
FAQ
What is Exhaustion in D&D?
Exhaustion is a rules reference that explains one part of character creation, exploration, combat, or spellcasting.
Read more: Exhaustion D&D Portal - Exhaustion Condition Exhaustion is a game condition that can affect
what a creature can perceive, do, or resist during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/conditions/exhaustion/
How does Exhaustion work?
The Exhaustion page explains the rule, its requirements, and the result during play.
Read more: Exhaustion D&D Portal - Exhaustion Condition Exhaustion is a game condition that can affect
what a creature can perceive, do, or resist during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/conditions/exhaustion/
How do you use Exhaustion during play?
Use the Exhaustion rules when the situation described on the page occurs during a game.
Read more: Exhaustion D&D Portal - Exhaustion Condition Exhaustion is a game condition that can affect
what a creature can perceive, do, or resist during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/conditions/exhaustion/