Caving (Proficiency)

The caving proficiency enables a character to function underground. The skill modifier varies depending on the complexity of a character's action. Note that Dwarves and Gnomes receive a +3 bonus to their checks. 
Because they spend so much time underground, spelunkers are exempt from the standard penalty when attempting to determine direction underground. They simply use Direction Sense (a required proficiency) in place of the Caving proficiency.
 Table 21: Caving Penalties
Attempt to Detect 	Penalty
Grade or slope in passage 	-1
New tunnel or passage construction 	-1
Unsafe walls ceilings, and floors 	-2
Approximate depth underground 	-3
Sliding or shifting walls or rooms 	-4
Stonework traps, pits, and deadfalls	-6
Direction underground 	-6
Category:Sages & Specialists Proficiencies