Deception

Associated Ability: Charisma

Your Charisma (Deception) check reflects your ability to convincingly hide the truth, whether through words or actions. This can involve anything from subtle misdirection to bold-faced lies. Common scenarios include talking your way past a guard, swindling a merchant, cheating in a game, or maintaining a believable disguise.

DCTypeDescription
5EasyTell a small, believable lie to a gullible person.
10SimpleConvince a guard that you’re on official business.
13HardFast-talk a merchant into giving you a better deal.
15ChallengingPass yourself off as a noble in a formal setting.
20ImpressiveCraft an elaborate lie to deceive multiple people, including skeptics.