Proficiency Bonus
Scales from +2 (levels 1-4) to +6 (levels 17-20). Added to proficient skill checks, saving throws, and weapon/spell attack rolls.
The proficiency bonus represents training and experience, and grows as a character advances in level.
Values by level:
| Level | Proficiency Bonus |
|---|---|
| 1-4 | +2 |
| 5-8 | +3 |
| 9-12 | +4 |
| 13-16 | +5 |
| 17-20 | +6 |
Applied to:
- Attack rolls with weapons and spells you are proficient with
- Saving throws for your two class saving throw proficiencies
- Skill checks for skills you are proficient in
- Ability checks using tools you are proficient with
Never applied twice: Even if two rules say to add your proficiency bonus, you add it only once.
Jack of All Trades (Bard): At level 2, add half proficiency bonus (rounded down) to any ability check that doesn't already include your proficiency bonus.
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