Observe

Observe #

Listen attentively to your surroundings, locate hidden things, or pay close attention to something in order to sense changes or abnormalities. In contrast to the passive uses of Sixth Sense to detect impending danger or the presence of living creatures, Observe is only used when the PC actively wishes it. When you use Observe, make an observation check (p. 155). If you pass this check, you can pick up on soft noises or voices, locate hidden things, or notice a change or abnormality in something.

Effects of Observe #

Mastery Grade Effect
Beginner Gain a +1 bonus to observation checks.
Intermediate Gain a +2 bonus to observation checks.
Expert Gain a +3 bonus to observation checks.
Master Gain a +4 bonus to observation checks. In addition, reduce the penalty for poor vision (p. 159) to one-half (rounding decimals up).
Legend Gain a +5 bonus to observation checks. In addition, reduce the penalty for poor vision (p. 159) to one-quarter (rounding decimals up).