## PERFORMING AN ATTRIBUTE CHECK

in its most basic form, a Check is known as an Attribute Check and works as follows:

1. The character performing the Check states which goal they want to accomplish; the Game Master may also want to further clarify what can be achieved by succeeding at the Check. Sometimes, the goal will be the successful application of a Skill.
2. The Player controlling the character describes their approach to the situation, which is to say, how they intend to pursue their goal. Based on that approach, the Game Master chooses which Attributes must be rolled, such as 【 DEX + MIG】 or 【WLP + WLP】. Sometimes, the appropriate Attributes will be indicated by a specific rule.
3. The Game Master declares the Difficulty Level (DL) for the Check, using the table on the next page as a reference. Sometimes, the Difficulty Level will be indicated by a specific rule. The Game Master must also inform the Player about what the consequences of a failure will be, making sure everyone understands what is at stake.
4. The character rolls the appropriate dice, adding them together and applying any relevant modifiers coming from Skills, spells, equipment, or other effects.
5. If the character rolled a fumble or a critical success, apply the corresponding effects (including the automatic failure or success). Otherwise...
6. ... if the Result of the Check is greater than or equal to the Difficulty Level, the character succeeds. If it is lower, the character fails.
7. Finally, the outcome of the Check changes the current situation: either the character achieved their goal, or things took a turn for the worse. For more information on how to handle and describe the outcome of a Check, see page 44.