Modified Proficiencies (SB)

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A number of proficiencies that function differently for shaman characters than other character classes. Again, this reflects the uniqueness of this new class. These modifications apply only to shamans.
Artistic Ability: Shamans use this ability only to craft items for use in ceremonies. (If the character picks painting as the emphasis, then he can paint flawless images and symbols upon altars and ceremonial items, while sculpting will allow the character to create an exceedingly beautiful spirit mask.
When performing shamanic rituals involving artistic efforts, the character receives a +1 bonus to the shamanic ritual check.
Dancing: Shamans are only adept in dances required in shamanic rituals. Attempts at performing other dances are made with a -2 to -4 penalty to the proficiency check, depending on factors such as the intricacy of the dance, or whether it is common among the people of the character's culture.
When performing shamanic rituals involving dancing, the character receives a +1 bonus to the shamanic ritual check.
Healing: Shamans cannot treat poison victims unless they are aware of what type of poison it is.
History, Ancient & Local: For tribal shamans, this proficiency always centers on the spirits whom the community reveres. Tribal shamans with this proficiency, upon making a successful check, receive +10% to the chance that a spirit is "home" when they attempt to contact it.
For other shamans, the history proficiencies operate as normal, although any shaman may choose to specialize in lore about the spirits.
Pottery: This proficiency works as described, except when the character attempts to create clay ritual masks: then the character receives a +1 bonus to the Shamanic Ritual check.