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-'''Concentration''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Empowerment (sage study)|Empowerment]] that enables the character to focus all their energies on a single all-out [[Attacking in Combat|attack]] or performance of a skill.  This gathering of concentration requires two complete [[Combat Round|combat rounds]], during which the character does nothing whatsoever, in order to order and clear his or her mind.  The effects are described below.
+'''Concentration''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Empowerment (sage study)|Empowerment]], granting a character the ability to channel all their mental and physical energies into a single, all-out [[Attacking in Combat|attack]] or the precise execution of a skill. This disciplined focus allows for a moment of heightened clarity and control, elevating an ordinary action beyond its usual limits.
-== Combat ==
+Despite its advantages, the two-round preparation time makes it impractical in rapidly evolving [[Combat|combat]] situations, as opponents may exploit the character's inactivity. Additionally, any disruption, [[Injury|injury]], or sudden movement during the gathering phase will break the concentration, forcing the character to start over. However, when circumstances allow for dedicated focus, concentration can prove invaluable, turning the tide of battle or ensuring success in a critical moment of skill-based effort.
-The attack is done with '''+3 to hit''' and '''+1 damage.'''  Whereupon the concentration is lost and the character can continue to attack, or withdraw to attempt another concentrated attack.  There is no limit as to how many of these attacks can be made.
+== Attacking ==
-== Performance ==
+A concentrated attack benefits from +3 to hit and +1 damage, reflecting the character's heightened awareness, precision and controlled application of force. Once the attack is executed, the concentration is lost and the character may either continue attacking normally or withdraw to attempt another concentrated strike.
-Where an [[Ability Checks|ability check]] is required, the character increases the required [[Ability Stats|stat]] by 15%, or a minimum of 2 points.  In these calculations, the character should roll on a percentile die to get the best possible benefit.
+There is no limit to how many times a character can use this ability, provided they are able to re-establish concentration for the required two-round period before each enhanced attack.
-: For example, Jack has a 16 [[Constitution (ability stat)|constitution]] and is making a constitution check.  He adds 2.4 constitution through concentration, so that he needs a 18.4 on a d20 to succeed.  On a percentile die, this equals a 92% chance of success.  If his constitution were 17, it would be increased to 19.55, or 97% (fraction is discarded).  An 18 constitution would guarantee success for the check.
+== Performance ==
-The same adjustment can be applied to [[Saving Throws|saving throws]] (if the timing is right) and other calculated chances.  Obviously, there isn't always enough time to accomplish the ability, which limits concentration somewhat for the character.
+When an [[Ability Checks|ability check]] is required, the character increases the relevant [[Ability Stats|stat]] by 2 points, allowing for an improved chance of success.  This same adjustment can be applied to [[Saving Throws|saving throws]], provided the character has enough time to prepare beforehand. However, timing is a major limitation — in many situations, a character simply will not have the luxury of two full rounds to concentrate, making this ability more useful for pre-planned feats rather than spontaneous reactions.
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-[[Category: Sage Abilities]][[Category: Don't Review until 2023]]
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-See also,
+See also,<br>
-[[Skulduggery (sage field)]]
+[[Skulduggery (sage field)]]<br>
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−	See [[~~Empowerment~~ (sage ~~study~~)]]	+	See also,
		+	[[Skulduggery (sage field)]]

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-'''Concentration''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] that enables the character to focus all their energies on a single all-out [[Attacking in Combat|attack]] or performance of a skill.  This gathering of concentration requires two complete [[Combat Round|combat rounds]], during which the character does nothing whatsoever, in order to order and clear his or her mind.  The effects are described below.
+'''Concentration''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Empowerment (sage study)|Empowerment]] that enables the character to focus all their energies on a single all-out [[Attacking in Combat|attack]] or performance of a skill.  This gathering of concentration requires two complete [[Combat Round|combat rounds]], during which the character does nothing whatsoever, in order to order and clear his or her mind.  The effects are described below.
 == Combat ==

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	: For example, Jack has a 16 [[Constitution (ability stat)\|constitution]] and is making a constitution check. He adds 2.4 constitution through concentration, so that he needs a 18.4 on a d20 to succeed. On a percentile die, this equals a 92% chance of success. If his constitution were 17, it would be increased to 19.55, or 97% (fraction is discarded). An 18 constitution would guarantee success for the check.		: For example, Jack has a 16 [[Constitution (ability stat)\|constitution]] and is making a constitution check. He adds 2.4 constitution through concentration, so that he needs a 18.4 on a d20 to succeed. On a percentile die, this equals a 92% chance of success. If his constitution were 17, it would be increased to 19.55, or 97% (fraction is discarded). An 18 constitution would guarantee success for the check.

−	The same adjustment can be applied to [[Saving Throws\|saving throws]] (if the timing is right) and other calculated chances.	+	The same adjustment can be applied to [[Saving Throws\|saving throws]] (if the timing is right) and other calculated chances. Obviously, there isn't always enough time to accomplish the ability, which limits concentration somewhat for the character.

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−	A practice in which the mind is ordered or cleared, enabling greater performance of a single task to be accomplished over a period of no more than one combat round. Note that the ability has no useful effect in tasks that require a longer period than one round to perform.	+	'''Concentration''' is a practice in which the mind is ordered or cleared, enabling greater performance of a single task to be accomplished over a period of no more than one combat round. Note that the ability has no useful effect in tasks that require a longer period than one round to perform.

	If the character has five full, undisturbed rounds to prepare, the character may improve the physical or mental performance of that task by 10%, effectively operating at 110% of capacity. The character would be able to leap further or higher, improve their chances at lifting a heavy object, turn an undead, catch an object thrown to them, walk a short ledge or tightrope, start a race or any other similar action.		If the character has five full, undisturbed rounds to prepare, the character may improve the physical or mental performance of that task by 10%, effectively operating at 110% of capacity. The character would be able to leap further or higher, improve their chances at lifting a heavy object, turn an undead, catch an object thrown to them, walk a short ledge or tightrope, start a race or any other similar action.

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 See [[Empowerment (sage study)|Empowerment]]
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 If the character has five full, undisturbed rounds to prepare, the character may improve the physical or mental performance of that task by 10%, effectively operating at 110% of capacity. The character would be able to leap further or higher, improve their chances at lifting a heavy object, turn an undead, catch an object thrown to them, walk a short ledge or tightrope, start a race or any other similar action.
-Note that the ability also gives a +2 chance to hit an oncoming opponent or in hitting a target with a loaded missile weapon. Conversely, the character can ready themselves so as to improve their armor class by 2 points.
+Note that the ability also gives a +2 chance to hit an oncoming opponent or in hitting a target with a loaded missile weapon. Conversely, the character can ready themselves so as to improve their [[Armour Class|armour class]] by 2 points.
 All effects, remember, last only a round; but the character can spend the time to improve performance - five rounds - whenever the potential occurs.

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−	Placeholder.	+	A practice in which the mind is ordered or cleared, enabling greater performance of a single task to be accomplished over a period of no more than one combat round. Note that the ability has no useful effect in tasks that require a longer period than one round to perform.
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		+	If the character has five full, undisturbed rounds to prepare, the character may improve the physical or mental performance of that task by 10%, effectively operating at 110% of capacity. The character would be able to leap further or higher, improve their chances at lifting a heavy object, turn an undead, catch an object thrown to them, walk a short ledge or tightrope, start a race or any other similar action.
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		+	Note that the ability also gives a +2 chance to hit an oncoming opponent or in hitting a target with a loaded missile weapon. Conversely, the character can ready themselves so as to improve their armor class by 2 points.
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		+	All effects, remember, last only a round; but the character can spend the time to improve performance - five rounds - whenever the potential occurs.
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		+	Note that many actions, such as surprising others, finding traps or picking locks, climbing, running the rapids in a kayak and so on, require more time to perform than the ability of concentration is able to improve.
		+	<br>
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		+	See [[Empowerment (sage study)\|Empowerment]]
		+	[[Category:Placeholder]]