TECHNICAL SKILL: PROSPECTING
The character can recognize and evaluate precious and semi-precious
metals (gold, fool's gold, silver, bronze, copper, etc.) in their
natural ore appearance and as refined and polished jewelry. In
addition, the character has a good idea of where to look for such
mineral deposits, and the fundamentals of 'panning' for gold and the
general knowledge of mining and how to use various types of simple
mining equipment.
Furthermore, the character can identify and appraise the value of
precious metals (silver, gold, etc.) and stones (diamonds, rubies,
etc.) and to identify fakes, but at a penalty of -10%. A failed roll
(by the DM) means the character can not tell whether or not the item is
fake or real, or they grossly under or overestimates its value.
Prerequisites: None.
Base Skill: 20%.
Per Experience Level: +5%.