53 votes, 154 comments. It's no secret that some 5e skills are much more useful than others on average, to the point where choosing a skill for…

Feb 19, 2018 · Guess a character's social skills / attributes (GM approval) Intimidation Influence another’s behavior through threat Use in the place of most other social skills but have a long …

Dec 11, 2016 · Aren't most of the skill names quite self explanatory though, at least after just reading the description once? Though I suppose this might be helpful for someone completely …

Aug 29, 2022 · Skills in D&D 5E are very loosely defined. This is a feature, not a bug. It keeps the rules simple and allows for fast play. No skill system, no matter how detailed, can cover all …

Feb 2, 2023 · Hi, I'm new to DnD and was wondering how skill proficiencies are determined? Are they determined by class and/or race? If so where can I find a list of proficiencies? So for …

Jul 14, 2019 · The skills use your ability score modifier (the little + or - number associated with your score) unless you have proficiency in a certain skill. If you have proficiency, you add your …

Dec 29, 2021 · There's a "bonus" sheet of skills by class, and since it was an easy reach one of saving throw by class. I figured some folks might find this useful, or at least interesting enough …

Feb 9, 2018 · I was refreshing myself on when skills are used in DND for a new campaign, i think this was one of the first google search results. I was thankful the thread wasn't archived, that's …

These skills are always useful, open up new opportunities for problem solving, and are excellent choices for Expertises. Good/Excellent in Specific Campaigns Acrobatics, Arcana, Insight, …

The DMG suggests skills and feats as alternative rewards to treasure, in addition to training tool proficiencies (which honestly covers a good amount of what were skills in previous additions) …