Skill references
Skills
Browse skill references used for ability checks and character proficiencies.
What It Is
Skills collects related skill references in one place.
This page is a compact play reference. If a spell, feature, monster, item, or DM ruling gives a more specific instruction, use that specific instruction.
How To Use It
Open a specific reference below when a class feature, spell, item, monster, or ruling points to it.
Limits And Rolls
- These pages are quick references, not full character options.
- Specific rules override the general reference when they conflict.
- You only roll when the rule, DM, spell, item, or feature asks for a roll.
Rule References
Acrobatics
Acrobatics is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Animal Handling
Animal Handling is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Arcana
Arcana is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Athletics
Athletics is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Deception
Deception is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →History
History is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Insight
Insight is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Intimidation
Intimidation is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Investigation
Investigation is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Medicine
Medicine is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Nature
Nature is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Perception
Perception is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Performance
Performance is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Persuasion
Persuasion is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Religion
Religion is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Sleight of Hand
Sleight of Hand is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Stealth
Stealth is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →Survival
Survival is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations.
Open page →FAQ
What is Skills in D&D?
Skills is a rules reference that explains one part of character creation, exploration, combat, or spellcasting.
Read more: Skills 
D&D Portal - Skills Skill references Browse skill references used for ability checks and
character proficiencies. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/
How does Skills work?
The Skills page explains the rule, its requirements, and the result during play.
Read more: Skills D&D Portal - Skills Skill references Browse skill references used for ability checks and
character proficiencies. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/
How do you use Skills during play?
Use the Skills rules when the situation described on the page occurs during a game.
Read more: Skills D&D Portal - Skills Skill references Browse skill references used for ability checks and
character proficiencies. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/