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An '''ability score modifier''' is a modifier added to [[Dice rolls|dice rolls]], derived from its respective [[Ability score|ability score]]. | |||
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For example, Strength modifiers are derived from the creature's Strength score. | |||
== Mechanical applications == | |||
=== Attack rolls === | |||
During [[Attack Roll]]s with [[Weapons]], the attacking creature's Strength or Dexterity will be used to determine the Modifier. See the linked Attack Roll and Weapon pages for details. | During [[Attack Roll]]s with [[Weapons]], the attacking creature's Strength or Dexterity will be used to determine the Modifier. See the linked Attack Roll and Weapon pages for details. | ||
For a spell that uses an Attack Roll, the Ability Score to be used depends on the [[Class]] of the creature casting the spell. For example, a Wizard uses Intelligence, a Cleric uses Wisdom, and a Sorcerer uses Charisma. See the Attack Roll page for details. | For a spell that uses an Attack Roll, the Ability Score to be used depends on the [[Class]] of the creature casting the spell. For example, a Wizard uses Intelligence, a Cleric uses Wisdom, and a Sorcerer uses Charisma. See the Attack Roll page for details. | ||
== Damage Roll === | |||
For [[Damage Roll]]s made with [[Weapons]], the exact same rules apply as for the Attack Roll. | For [[Damage Roll]]s made with [[Weapons]], the exact same rules apply as for the Attack Roll. | ||
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=== Saving Throw === | === Saving Throw === | ||
Each [[Saving Throw]] is tied to a certain [[Ability Score]], which determines its type, such as Strength Saving Throw, Dexterity Saving Throw, and so on, which determines the Ability Score Modifier that will be used. | Each [[Saving Throw]] is tied to a certain [[Ability Score]], which determines its type, such as Strength Saving Throw, Dexterity Saving Throw, and so on, which determines the Ability Score Modifier that will be used. | ||