Search

Search is used to detect traps, find hidden objects, and secret doors.

• Ability: Intelligence
• Classes:
  • Assassin
  • Ranger
  • Red Dragon Disciple
  • Rogue
  • Shadowdancer
• Cross-Class: Yes
• Requires Training: No
• Check: Detecting a trap is an opposed test, pitting the character's Search check against a difficulty class equal to the Set Trap skill check, plus the strength of the trap. Only Rogues may detect traps with a DC greater than 35.
• Special: The search range is 5 ft. if passively searching, 10 ft. if actively searching. Elves and Dwarves receive a +2 bonus to their Search checks and Half Elves gain a +1 bonus.
• Use: Search is part of the detect modal action. In Passive Detect mode, checks are made automatically every round. Active Detect mode is a modal action that reduces the character's normal movement rate and performs an Active Search, as well as Spot and Listen checks.