What It Is

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

Limits And Rolls

  • You are incapacitated, cannot move or speak, and are unaware.
  • You drop what you are holding and fall prone.
  • Hits from within 5 feet become critical hits.
  • 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 Unconscious in D&D?

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

Read more: Unconscious A stylized condition icon representing the unconscious condition. D&D Portal - Unconscious Condition Unconscious 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/unconscious/

How does Unconscious work?

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

Read more: Unconscious A stylized condition icon representing the unconscious condition. D&D Portal - Unconscious Condition Unconscious 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/unconscious/

How do you use Unconscious during play?

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

Read more: Unconscious A stylized condition icon representing the unconscious condition. D&D Portal - Unconscious Condition Unconscious 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/unconscious/