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'''Detect Hidden Creature''' is an [[Knowledge Points|authority]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Heightened Senses (sage study)|Heightened Senses]] that enables the character to perceive the presence of an unseen opponent by detecting subtle auditory cues such as breathing. This allows them to pinpoint the creature's location within a combat hex and strike with a -4 penalty. The ability also grants a 5 in 6 chance of uncovering a concealed opponent within 20 feet, provided the creature is actively breathing and not in a magically silent environment.

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 Beyond combat applications, this ability provides a heightened awareness of hidden threats in the environment. A character with this ability gains a 5 in 6 chance of detecting a concealed opponent within 20 feet, provided the target is actively breathing and not benefiting from magical suppression of sound. This detection does not necessarily reveal the opponent's exact identity or form, but it allows the sage to determine a general location, enabling tactical decision-making.
-In non-combat scenarios, this ability may also be used to detect creatures lurking in ambush, locate hidden prisoners or wounded individuals in confined spaces, or even discern the presence of invisible entities whose breathing or bodily movements create disturbances in the air. While the ability is reliable, it is still subject to environmental factors, such as background noise from wind, rain or the din of battle, which may impose situational penalties at the dungeon master's discretion.
+In non-combat scenarios, this ability may also be used to detect creatures lurking in  [[Ambush|ambush]], locate hidden prisoners or wounded individuals in confined spaces, or even discern the presence of invisible entities whose breathing or bodily movements create disturbances in the air. While the ability is reliable, it is still subject to environmental factors, such as background noise from wind, rain or the din of battle, which may impose situational penalties at the dungeon master's discretion.
 Those creatures that do not breathe and are naturally silent, such as certain undead or supernatural beings, remain undetectable by this method unless other audible cues should occur.

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 Beyond combat applications, this ability provides a heightened awareness of hidden threats in the environment. A character with this ability gains a 5 in 6 chance of detecting a concealed opponent within 20 feet, provided the target is actively breathing and not benefiting from magical suppression of sound. This detection does not necessarily reveal the opponent's exact identity or form, but it allows the sage to determine a general location, enabling tactical decision-making.
-In non-combat scenarios, this ability may also be used to detect creatures lurking in ambush, locate hidden prisoners or wounded individuals in confined spaces, or even discern the presence of invisible entities whose breathing or bodily movements create disturbances in the air. While the ability is reliable, it is still subject to environmental factors, such as background noise from wind, rain, or the din of battle, which may impose situational penalties at the GM’s discretion.
+In non-combat scenarios, this ability may also be used to detect creatures lurking in ambush, locate hidden prisoners or wounded individuals in confined spaces, or even discern the presence of invisible entities whose breathing or bodily movements create disturbances in the air. While the ability is reliable, it is still subject to environmental factors, such as background noise from wind, rain or the din of battle, which may impose situational penalties at the dungeon master's discretion.
 Those creatures that do not breathe and are naturally silent, such as certain undead or supernatural beings, remain undetectable by this method unless other audible cues should occur.
 == In Play ==
-Players do not need to request detection checks when using this ability. The dungeon master is responsible for being aware of the character's ability and rolling the 5 in 6 die, informing the player if a hidden creature is detected. Just as with other sensory input, the results are automatically conveyed as part of gameplay, ensuring the ability functions naturally without requiring player intervention."
+Players do not need to request detection checks when using this ability. The DM is responsible for being aware of the character's ability and rolling the 5 in 6 die, informing the player if a hidden creature is detected. Just as with other sensory input, the results are automatically conveyed as part of gameplay, ensuring the ability functions naturally without requiring player intervention."
-If the DM overlooks the ability, the situation can be easily corrected in the moment, adjusting the initial ruling—provided the player remembers the ability. However, if the player also forgets until long after the encounter has occurred — say, 3 or 4 combat rounds later — then the oversight should stand, as the character should be considered to have been distracted at the time.  This ensures that mistakes can be corrected in the moment without disrupting the flow of play, while also preventing excessive backtracking that could slow the game or create inconsistencies.
+If the DM overlooks the ability, the situation can be easily corrected in the moment, adjusting the initial ruling — provided the player remembers the ability. However, if the player also forgets until long after the encounter has occurred — say, 3 or 4 combat rounds later — then the oversight should stand, as the character should be considered to have been distracted at the time.  This ensures that mistakes can be corrected in the moment without disrupting the flow of play, while also preventing excessive backtracking that could slow the game or create inconsistencies.
 A DM may also judge the rule's implementation as "too late to employ" if some significant change has occurred, in a way that makes retconning impractical. This would reinforce that the time limit is not only based on the number of rounds but also tied to maintaining the flow and integrity of the game.

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	'''Detect Hidden Creature''' is an [[Knowledge Points\|authority]]-status [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study\|study]] of [[Heightened Senses (sage study)\|Heightened Senses]] that enables the character to perceive the presence of an unseen opponent by detecting subtle auditory cues such as breathing. This refined perception allows them to pinpoint the creature's location within a combat hex and strike with a -4 penalty, assuming the opponent remains within range and is not benefiting from magical silence or extraordinary concealment.		'''Detect Hidden Creature''' is an [[Knowledge Points\|authority]]-status [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study\|study]] of [[Heightened Senses (sage study)\|Heightened Senses]] that enables the character to perceive the presence of an unseen opponent by detecting subtle auditory cues such as breathing. This refined perception allows them to pinpoint the creature's location within a combat hex and strike with a -4 penalty, assuming the opponent remains within range and is not benefiting from magical silence or extraordinary concealment.
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	A DM may also judge the rule's implementation as "too late to employ" if some significant change has occurred, in a way that makes retconning impractical. This would reinforce that the time limit is not only based on the number of rounds but also tied to maintaining the flow and integrity of the game.		A DM may also judge the rule's implementation as "too late to employ" if some significant change has occurred, in a way that makes retconning impractical. This would reinforce that the time limit is not only based on the number of rounds but also tied to maintaining the flow and integrity of the game.
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		+	See also,<br>
		+	[[Reveal Approach (sage study)]]
		+	[[Skulduggery (sage field)]]

	[[Category: Sage Abilities]]		[[Category: Sage Abilities]]

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−	'''Detect Hidden Creature''' is an [[Knowledge Points\|authority]]-status [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study\|study]] of [[Heightened Senses (sage study)\|Heightened Senses]] that enables the character to perceive the presence of an unseen opponent by detecting subtle auditory cues such as breathing. This allows them to pinpoint the creature's location within a combat hex and strike with a -4 penalty. ~~The~~ ability ~~also grants~~ a 5 in 6 chance of ~~uncovering~~ a concealed opponent within 20 feet, provided the ~~creature~~ is actively breathing and not in a ~~magically silent environment~~.	+	'''Detect Hidden Creature''' is an [[Knowledge Points\|authority]]-status [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study\|study]] of [[Heightened Senses (sage study)\|Heightened Senses]] that enables the character to perceive the presence of an unseen opponent by detecting subtle auditory cues such as breathing. This refined perception allows them to pinpoint the creature's location within a combat hex and strike with a -4 penalty, assuming the opponent remains within range and is not benefiting from magical silence or extraordinary concealment.
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		+	Beyond combat applications, this ability provides a heightened awareness of hidden threats in the environment. A character with this ability gains a 5 in 6 chance of detecting a concealed opponent within 20 feet, provided the target is actively breathing and not benefiting from magical suppression of sound. This detection does not necessarily reveal the opponent's exact identity or form, but it allows the sage to determine a general location, enabling tactical decision-making.
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		+	In non-combat scenarios, this ability may also be used to detect creatures lurking in ambush, locate hidden prisoners or wounded individuals in confined spaces, or even discern the presence of invisible entities whose breathing or bodily movements create disturbances in the air. While the ability is reliable, it is still subject to environmental factors, such as background noise from wind, rain, or the din of battle, which may impose situational penalties at the GM’s discretion.
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		+	Those creatures that do not breathe and are naturally silent, such as certain undead or supernatural beings, remain undetectable by this method unless other audible cues should occur.
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		+	== In Play ==
		+	Players do not need to request detection checks when using this ability. The dungeon master is responsible for being aware of the character's ability and rolling the 5 in 6 die, informing the player if a hidden creature is detected. Just as with other sensory input, the results are automatically conveyed as part of gameplay, ensuring the ability functions naturally without requiring player intervention."
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		+	If the DM overlooks the ability, the situation can be easily corrected in the moment, adjusting the initial ruling—provided the player remembers the ability. However, if the player also forgets until long after the encounter has occurred — say, 3 or 4 combat rounds later — then the oversight should stand, as the character should be considered to have been distracted at the time. This ensures that mistakes can be corrected in the moment without disrupting the flow of play, while also preventing excessive backtracking that could slow the game or create inconsistencies.
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		+	A DM may also judge the rule's implementation as "too late to employ" if some significant change has occurred, in a way that makes retconning impractical. This would reinforce that the time limit is not only based on the number of rounds but also tied to maintaining the flow and integrity of the game.
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		+	[[Category: Sage Abilities]]