Can't find where this is specified... In the new (2025) Monster Manual, a Specter's Life Drain action states "If the target is a creature, its Hit Point maximum decreases by an amount equal to the damage taken." How long does that last? Can anything remedy it, e.g. Cure/Restoration spell?
Can't find where this is specified... In the new (2025) Monster Manual, a Specter's Life Drain action states "If the target is a creature, its Hit Point maximum decreases by an amount equal to the damage taken." How long does that last? Can anything remedy it, e.g. Cure/Restoration spell?
It looks like it's permanent until a Greater Restoration removes the effect.
Also applies to Wraiths and Vampires, possibly others.
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https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/phb-2024/rules-glossary#LongRest
If your hit point maximum was reduced, it is restored to normal as part of a long rest.
Ah! I was surprised that they took that out of the ability description. That explains it.
It's on page 370 if you have the physical book.
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Thanks! I thought I had seen it somewhere.