Statistic (role-playing games)

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In role-playing games, a statistic or stat is a number (or, in some cases, a set of dice) which represents some aspect of a fictional character. Types of statistic include:

Attributes describe to what extent a character possesses natural, in-born characteristics common to all characters.
Advantages and disadvantages are useful and problematic characteristics that are not common to all characters.
Powers represent unique or special qualities of the character.
Skills represent a character’s learned abilities.
Traits are broad areas of expertise.

Some games also make use of derived statistics such as hit points or armor class.

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