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Origin of Taking 10/20 in D&D?

Started by Omega, January 25, 2020, 06:44:07 AM

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Quote from: Omega;1119969This came up in a discussion with another DM today and got me wondering.

Where did the mechanic of taking 10 or 20 start in D&D? I could have sworn it started in 2e. But a glance through the PHB and DMG did not see it. My friend believes it was first implemented in 3e.

Closest found was in 2e where it states that taking your time may add a bonus to the check in some cases. And that some skill uses are automatic if given enough time and all the tools and materials needed.

It started with 3e.
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