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darkhunter2007 09-26-07, 06:52 AM	The translation of the word "Feat" in Hebrew is "Kisharon" means a natural abillity to do something like cooking, singing and etc... How does that involve things like a bonus turn undead and so.... I want to know what "Feat" really is in D&D. Thanks in advance.
Kouk 09-26-07, 07:48 AM	The translation of the word "Feat" in Hebrew is "Kisharon" means a natural abillity to do something like cooking, singing and etc... How does that involve things like a bonus turn undead and so.... I want to know what "Feat" really is in D&D. Thanks in advance. Dictionary.com: feat 1 /fit/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[feet] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation –noun 1. a noteworthy or extraordinary act or achievement, usually displaying boldness, skill, etc.: Arranging the treaty was a diplomatic feat. 2. Obsolete. a specialized skill; profession. ... feat 2 /fit/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[feet] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation –adjective -er, -est. Archaic. 1. apt; skillful; dexterous. 2. suitable. 3. neat. ... feat 1 (fēt) Pronunciation Key n. 1. A notable act or deed, especially an act of courage; an exploit. 2. An act of skill, endurance, imagination, or strength; an achievement. 3. Obsolete A specialized skill; a knack. ... It is just used in D&D as a vague term to indicate a special ability someone has beyond the norm. It can be interpreted as a special "skill" or "training" or "natural inborn talent", but most of all in D&D it is a game term defining that type of ability you get every 3 levels (or more depending on class) that significantly alter your character from the way he was at "birth". What you describe as "Kisharon" sounds more like a "talent" or "knack", but there can be some overlap with "feat" in English.
Salla 09-26-07, 12:07 PM	A feat is a special ability you get at 1st level and every 3 levels thereafter, provided you meet the prerequisites for the feat you choose.
darkhunter2007 09-27-07, 07:42 AM	A feat is a special ability you get at 1st level and every 3 levels thereafter, provided you meet the prerequisites for the feat you choose. I know that.... P.S:You forgot to say that some class like fighter have bonus feats.
BigGus 09-28-07, 08:42 AM	1. a noteworthy or extraordinary act or achievement, usually displaying boldness, skill, etc.: Arranging the treaty was a diplomatic feat. I think the reason "feat" is used is that the word is commonly used in the above sense, in fantasy/ mythology, to describe the achievements of the heroes, in phrases such as "an amazing feat of skill". Other typical uses include: A feat of endurance A feat of strength A feat of memory A feat of arms (ie combat prowess) which are all the kinds of things D&D feats improve.
Platstud 09-28-07, 09:48 AM	I know that.... P.S:You forgot to say that some class like fighter have bonus feats. I think that post was meant to make the point that you said, "I want to know what 'Feat' really is in D&D." In D&D, that's all it is. In English, it may have some other meanings, but in D&D it is exactly as Salla described.