From the introduction: A key to understanding this system is to forget everything you already know about the AD&D weapon and non-weapon proficiency system. It completely replaces the existing AD&D system. Skills are divided into several categories: physical, mental, mental-physical, fighting styles, brawling, weapon, racial and high-level. This system describes how a player selects the skills his character knows at first level, and how a character can acquire new skills as he advances in level. User summary: Revised August 10, 2000