D&D Skills and Ability Checks

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Core Concept

A **skill** in D&D 5e represents an area of specialization tied to an ability check. When a character has proficiency in a skill, they add their Proficiency Bonus to ability checks associated with that skill.

When to Use This Skill

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Instructions

1. Understanding Skills

Skills are always tied to one of the six ability scores:

2. Calculating Skill Checks

When making a skill check:

1. Roll 1d20

2. Add the relevant ability modifier

3. If proficient in the skill, add the Proficiency Bonus

4. Apply any other bonuses or penalties

**Formula:** `1d20 + Ability Modifier + (Proficiency Bonus if proficient) + other modifiers`

3. Proficiency Bonus

The Proficiency Bonus scales with character level:

4. Providing Guidance

When asked about skills:

5. Advanced Mechanics

Example Usage

**User:** "My level 3 rogue has +3 Dex and proficiency in Stealth. What's my modifier?"

**Response:** "Your Stealth modifier is +5 (Dex +3 + Proficiency +2). If you have Expertise in Stealth from your rogue class, it would be +7 (Dex +3 + double Proficiency +4)."

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