Skills have seen a wide variety of approaches over the years. The earliest forms of D&D tended to only have formal mechanics for the functions of the thief, but the role of mechanisms for overcoming non-combat challenges have expanded since then. The current skill system is relatively pared down and uses a simple resolution system. D&D 5E uses the Ability Check as the basis of … Continue reading A Primer on Skills and Proficiencies in the new Dungeons & Dragons