I played the game but don't remember anything like a level drain. I looked in the players manual but didn't see any thing related to level drain. The closest to it says... "Certain monsters are able to sap the life essence of other creatures. The draining effect of each negative level applies a -1 modifier to attack rolls, skill checks and saving throws. If a creature's negative levels ever meets or exceeds their current level, they die." I'm currently playing Oblivion. anyone playing this game that has questions?