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== Proficiency bonus == | == Proficiency bonus == | ||
The proficiency bonus is a modifier that increases with [[character level]] (not class level). It starts at ''+2'', increases to ''+3'' at level 5, and becomes ''+4'' at level 9. | |||
The bonus is applied to the following rolls: | |||
* [[Ability checks]] made using skills the creature has proficiency with. | * [[Ability checks]] made using skills the creature has proficiency with. | ||
** Creatures with expertise in a skill add their proficiency bonus {{em|twice}} on ability checks made using that skill. | ** Creatures with expertise in a skill add their proficiency bonus {{em|twice}} on ability checks made using that skill. |