Construction

Construction represents a character’s knowledge of architecture, engineering, and structural design. This skill is invaluable for evaluating the integrity of buildings and infrastructure, such as determining whether an old bridge can safely bear weight or identifying weak points in a defensive wall. Beyond assessment, Construction also allows characters to design and build structures, whether it’s crafting barricades to fend off an attack, erecting fortifications to secure a stronghold, or repairing damage to a key location. Construction provides practical benefits in both exploration and combat, as it offers insight into utilizing the environment to a party’s advantage.

A unique facet of the Construction skill is its application to animated constructs, such as golems or siege engines. Characters with this skill can analyze such creations to uncover their vulnerabilities, gaining a critical edge in combat or repair scenarios. This ability to interpret and manipulate structural principles makes Construction a versatile tool, blending problem-solving with creativity. Whether planning a fortified encampment, disabling an enemy’s siege weapon, or identifying the stress points of a collapsing dungeon, Construction allows characters to shape the world around them—both figuratively and literally. In The Land, where ingenuity often triumphs over brute strength, those who master Construction hold the power to build, protect, and destroy.