Save Roll, Chance Roll (check roll), Probability Roll?

3 types of rolls, DN determines the TN (Target Number) or % percentage chance of success or failure.

1. Save Roll - reacting to danger

• Used when something is coming at you or happening to you.
• Beat the TN (Target Number 1 - 20) to avoid or reduced harm.
• You roll 1d20 + the relevant ability bonus (DEX Quick, CON Tough, WIS Mind).

Examples:

• Dodging a falling boulder
• Resisting poison
• Withstanding a magical charm

Theme: danger strikes, you react.

2. Chance Roll - you are actively attempting something

• Used when you choose to act and the outcome depends on your skill or effort.
• Roll 1d20 + an applicable ability bonus.
• Beat the TN to succeed.

Examples:

• Jumping over a pit
• Climbing a crumbling wall
• Trying to recall lore

Theme: you take action and see if it works.

3. Probability Roll - outcome is out of your control

• Used when no one's skill is involved and the event is purely random.
• Roll percentile dice.
• If the result is within the stated percentage, the event happens.

Examples:

• A map fall in fire, being too burnt to read (% percent chance)
• Holding a vial and you fall and it might break (% percent chance)

Theme: fate decides, not the character.