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It would seem an odd objection, since such systems just bake the difficulty into modifiers on that roll.

I'd say that is an equally valid way of looking at it, but it comes down to whether one is viewing it from the character, or the task...

It wouldn't the GM changing DC to character though? It would rather be as if everything is having one DC. The per character component is...

I don't see roll under systems that way. It's not so much different DCs based on who is attempting it, but more like on PC having more...

I don’t think that’s nearly nuanced enough.

Because telling people they have a reflexive defense isn’t one of the most offensive things you can do…

To use this as a springboard, a question for @AlViking @Maxperson and others who care about the independence of the world: How do you...

If the system is different than d20, I don't mind it at all. It's sufficiently different. For d20 games, it bugs the hell out of me...

A lockpicking check doesn't necessarily involve any other people. A pickpocket check does.

Guys, I think RPGs are pretty cool

That's not clear at all. How I see it is that the thief gets more skilled with his sleight of hand to pick pockets as he gains levels...

No. I mean we. It was several of us. And no, it's not quantum that I don't like vs. quantum that I do. There's a difference in the...

Yes, but not in the way you're trying to do it. The burglar would look around the area to make sure he wasn't being watched before...

Bonus image ... there doesn't have to be tall grass in order for an ambush predator to get a sneak attack. Find the mountain lion about...