Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Ability Scores
All 6 ability scores available in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition
Last reviewed
Choose from 6 different ability scores in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition.
Ability Scores at a glance
| Ability Score | Abbreviation | Derived Stats | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength (STR) | STR | Melee attack rolls, Damage (melee), Athletics, STR saves | Measures natural athleticism, bodily power, and physical force. Used for melee attacks, Athletics checks, and carrying capacity. |
| Dexterity (DEX) | DEX | AC, Initiative, Ranged attacks, DEX saves, Acrobatics, Stealth, Sleight of Hand | Measures agility, reflexes, and balance. Used for ranged attacks, AC, initiative, and finesse weapons. |
| Constitution (CON) | CON | Hit Points, CON saves, Concentration checks | Measures health, stamina, and vital force. Determines hit points and resistance to effects like poison. |
| Intelligence (INT) | INT | Wizard spellcasting, INT saves, Arcana, History, Investigation, Nature, Religion | Measures mental acuity, accuracy of recall, and the ability to reason. The spellcasting ability for Wizards. |
| Wisdom (WIS) | WIS | Cleric/Druid/Ranger spellcasting, WIS saves, Perception, Insight, Medicine, Survival, Animal Handling | Measures awareness, intuition, and insight. The spellcasting ability for Clerics, Druids, and Rangers. |
| Charisma (CHA) | CHA | Bard/Paladin/Sorcerer/Warlock spellcasting, CHA saves, Persuasion, Deception, Intimidation, Performance | Measures force of personality, persuasiveness, and leadership. The spellcasting ability for Bards, Paladins, Sorcerers, and Warlocks. |
Strength (STR)
Measures natural athleticism, bodily power, and physical force. Used for melee attacks, Athletics checks, and carrying capacity.
Dexterity (DEX)
Measures agility, reflexes, and balance. Used for ranged attacks, AC, initiative, and finesse weapons.
Constitution (CON)
Measures health, stamina, and vital force. Determines hit points and resistance to effects like poison.
Intelligence (INT)
Measures mental acuity, accuracy of recall, and the ability to reason. The spellcasting ability for Wizards.
Wisdom (WIS)
Measures awareness, intuition, and insight. The spellcasting ability for Clerics, Druids, and Rangers.
Charisma (CHA)
Measures force of personality, persuasiveness, and leadership. The spellcasting ability for Bards, Paladins, Sorcerers, and Warlocks.
Overview
All 6 ability scores in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, with what each one gives your character. Open any ability score for its full rules, tips, and FAQ.
All ability scores
str - Measures natural athleticism, bodily power, and physical force. Used for melee attacks, Athletics checks, and carrying capacity.
dex - Measures agility, reflexes, and balance. Used for ranged attacks, AC, initiative, and finesse weapons.
con - Measures health, stamina, and vital force. Determines hit points and resistance to effects like poison.
int - Measures mental acuity, accuracy of recall, and the ability to reason. The spellcasting ability for Wizards.
wis - Measures awareness, intuition, and insight. The spellcasting ability for Clerics, Druids, and Rangers.
cha - Measures force of personality, persuasiveness, and leadership. The spellcasting ability for Bards, Paladins, Sorcerers, and Warlocks.