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is the highest that a person usually reaches. Adventurers can have scores as high as 20, and monsters and divine beings can have scores as high as 30.
Each ability also has a modifier, derived from
the score and ranging from -5 (for an ability score of 1) to +10 (for a score of 30). The Ability Scores and Modifiers table notes the ability modifiers for the range of possible ability scores, from 1 to 30.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Ability Scores An infernal war machine has the six ability scores and corresponding modifiers. Its size and weight determines its Strength. Dexterity represents its handling and maneuverability. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
Ability Scores Every creature has six ability scores (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma) and corresponding modifiers. For more information on ability scores and how theyâre used in play, see the Basic Rules.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Ability Scores Every creature has six ability scores (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma) and corresponding modifiers. For more information on ability scores, see Ability Scores and Modifiers in the Basic Rules.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Ability Scores For generating ability scores, we recommend allowing players to choose between the standard array â 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8 â and the option presented in âVariant: Customizing Ability Scoresâ in chapter 1 of the Playerâs Handbook.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Ability Scores Every monster has six ability scores along with corresponding ability score modifiers and saving throw modifiers. For more information on ability scores and saving throws, see âPlaying the Gameâ.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Ability Scores Every monster has six ability scores (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma) and corresponding modifiers. For more information on ability scores and how theyâre used in play, see the Playerâs Handbook.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Ability Scores Every creature has six ability scores (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma) and corresponding modifiers. For more information on ability scores and how theyâre used in play, see the Basic Rules.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Ability Scores Every monster has six ability scores along with corresponding ability score modifiers and saving throw modifiers. For more information on ability scores and saving throws, see the Playerâs Handbook.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Ability Scores Every monster has six ability scores (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma) and corresponding modifiers.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Playerâs Handbook
Ability Scores Each ability has a score from 1 to 20, although some monsters have a score as high as 30. The score represents the magnitude of an ability. The Ability Scores table summarizes what the
scores mean. Ability Scores Score Meaning 1 This is the lowest a score can normally go. If an effect reduces a score to 0, that effect explains what happens. 2â9 This represents a weak
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Ability Scores Each ability has a score from 1 to 20, although some monsters have a score as high as 30. The score represents the magnitude of an ability. The Ability Scores table summarizes what the
scores mean. Ability Scores Score Meaning 1 This is the lowest a score can normally go. If an effect reduces a score to 0, that effect explains what happens. 2â9 This represents a weak
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Variant: Customizing Ability Scores At your Dungeon Masterâs option, you can use this variant for determining your ability scores. The method described here allows you to build a character with a set
of ability scores you choose individually. You have 27 points to spend on your ability scores. The cost of each score is shown on the Ability Score Point Cost table. For example, a score of 14 costs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
Using Ability Scores When a player wants to do something, itâs often appropriate to let the attempt succeed without a roll or a reference to the characterâs ability scores. For example, a character
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Ability Scores and Modifiers Each of a creatureâs abilities has a score, a number that defines the magnitude of that ability. An ability score is not just a measure of innate capabilities, but also
most abilities. A score of 18 is the highest that a person usually reaches. Adventurers can have scores as high as 20, and monsters and divine beings can have scores as high as 30. Each ability also has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Ability Scores and Modifiers Each of a creature's abilities has a score, a number that defines the magnitude of that ability. An ability score is not just a measure of innate capabilities, but also
most abilities. A score of 18 is the highest that a person usually reaches. Adventurers can have scores as high as 20, and monsters and divine beings can have scores as high as 30. Each ability also has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Chapter 7: Using Ability Scores Six abilities provide a quick description of every creatureâs physical and mental characteristics: Strength, measuring physical power Dexterity, measuring agility
? Brilliant and charming? Nimble and hardy? Ability scores define these qualities â a creatureâs assets as well as weaknesses. The three main rolls of the game â the ability check, the saving throw
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
3. Determine Ability Scores Much of what your character does in the game depends on his or her six abilities: Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma. Each ability has a
score, which is a number you record on your character sheet.
The six abilities and their use in the game are described in the Using Ability Scores section. The Ability Score Summary table provides
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice & Errata
Using Ability Scores
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
3. Determine Ability Scores Much of what your character does in the game depends on his or her six abilities: Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma. Each ability has a
what qualities are measured by each ability, what races increases which abilities, and what classes consider each ability particularly important. You generate your characterâs six ability scores randomly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Chapter 7: Using Ability Scores Six abilities provide a quick description of every creature's physical and mental characteristics: Strength, measuring physical power Dexterity, measuring agility
? Brilliant and charming? Nimble and hardy? Ability scores define these qualities--a creature's assets as well as weaknesses. The three main rolls of the game -- the ability check, the saving throw
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Step 3: Determine Ability Scores To determine your characterâs ability scores, you first generate a set of six numbers using the instructions below and then assign them to your six abilities
. âPlaying the Gameâ explains what each ability means. Generate Your Scores Determine your ability scores by using one of the following three methods. Your DM might prefer you to use a particular one. Standard
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Playerâs Handbook
Step 3: Determine Ability Scores To determine your characterâs ability scores, you first generate a set of six numbers using the instructions below and then assign them to your six abilities. Chapter
1 explains what each ability means. Generate Your Scores Determine your ability scores by using one of the following three methods. Your DM might prefer you to use a particular one. Standard Array
Spells
Playerâs Handbook
magic item
Any reduction to one of the targetâs ability scores
Any reduction to the targetâs Hit Point maximum
Monsters
Monster Manual
Boulders (1/Day). The galeb duhr magically animates one or two boulders it can see within 60 feet of itself. Each boulder uses the Galeb Duhr stat block, except it has Intelligence and Charisma scores
Monsters
Monster Manual
Intelligence and Charisma scores of 1, it canât speak, and it lacks this action. The tree takes its turn immediately after the treant on the same Initiative count, and it obeys the treant. A
Magic Items
Dungeon Masterâs Guide
Darkness, you can cast Polymorph on yourself, shape-shifting into a Bat. While in that form, you retain your Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores. The cloak canât be used this way again until the next dawn.
Monsters
Monster Manual
devourer has Total Cover against attacks and other effects originating outside its host. The intellect devourer retains its Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores; its understanding of Deep Speech; its
Magic Items
Dungeon Masterâs Guide
book must spend 80 hours reading and studying it to digest its contents and use its Adjusted Ability Scores, Tireless Form, Spells, Vile Lore, and Vile Speech properties.
The Book of Vile Darkness
by any means while your soul remains imprisoned.
Adjusted Ability Scores. One ability score of your choice increases by 2, to a maximum of 24. Another ability score of your choice decreases by 2, to
Spells
Playerâs Handbook
statistics, but the target retains its creature type; Hit Points; Hit Point Dice; alignment; ability to communicate; and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores. The targetâs actions are
Backgrounds
Playerâs Handbook
Ability Scores: Strength, Intelligence, WisdomFeat: AlertSkill Proficiencies: Athletics and PerceptionTool Proficiency: Choose one kind of Gaming SetEquipment: Choose A or B: (A) Spear
Backgrounds
Playerâs Handbook
Ability Scores: Strength, Intelligence, CharismaFeat: SkilledSkill Proficiencies: History and PersuasionTool Proficiency: Choose one kind of Gaming SetEquipment: Choose A or B: (A
Backgrounds
Playerâs Handbook
Ability Scores: Strength, Dexterity, WisdomFeat: Tavern BrawlerSkill Proficiencies: Acrobatics and PerceptionTool Proficiency: Navigator's ToolsEquipment: Choose A or B: (A) Dagger
Spells
Playerâs Handbook
block of the chosen form, but you retain your creature type; alignment; personality; Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores; Hit Points; Hit Point Dice; proficiencies; and ability to communicate. If
Magic Items
Dungeon Masterâs Guide
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Void
Each cardâs effect is described below.
Balance. You can increase one of your ability scores by 2, to a maximum of 22, provided you also decrease another
one of your ability scores by 2. You canât decrease an ability that has a score of 5 or lower. Alternatively, you can choose not to adjust your ability scores, in which case this card has no






