What It Is

Restrained 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 restrained when a spell, feature, monster, hazard, or ruling imposes it. Track the duration or the rule that ends it.

Limits And Rolls

  • Your speed becomes 0.
  • Attack rolls against you have advantage and your attack rolls have disadvantage.
  • You have disadvantage on Dexterity saving throws.
  • 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.

FAQ

What is Restrained in D&D?

Restrained is a rules reference that explains one part of character creation, exploration, combat, or spellcasting.

Read more: Restrained A stylized condition icon representing restrained. D&D Portal - Restrained Condition Restrained 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/restrained/

How does Restrained work?

The Restrained page explains the rule, its requirements, and the result during play.

Read more: Restrained A stylized condition icon representing restrained. D&D Portal - Restrained Condition Restrained 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/restrained/

How do you use Restrained during play?

Use the Restrained rules when the situation described on the page occurs during a game.

Read more: Restrained A stylized condition icon representing restrained. D&D Portal - Restrained Condition Restrained 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/restrained/