The Basics

This section is basically the very basics of Adventurers Wanted!. You should probably read this first.

The Core Mechanic
The core mechanic of Adventurers Wanted! is pretty much the same in 2013 as it was in 1974. To do anything, you usually roll

1d20 + ability score modifier + relevant modifiers

1d20 means to roll one twenty-sided die.

Ability score modifier is the derived value you get from your relevant ability score.

Relevant modifiers can include:
 * Background: Modifiers that come from your character's background.
 * Class: Modifiers that come from your character's class.
 * Racial: Modifiers that come from your character's race.

The Ability Scores

 * Strength
 * Dexterity
 * Constitution
 * Intelligence
 * Wisdom
 * Charisma