DnD 5e - Starter set characters

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#1

DePorAlla

Oct 13, 2014 9:11:49

I ran out of time making my own Elven character, so I grabbed the pre-made one from the starter set.  Then I realized that the skill selection is impossible.  The included High Elf Wizard comes with proficiency in 5 skills.  Arcana, Insight, Investigation, Religion, and Perception.  

In the PHB, you get Perception from race and you choose two from being a Wizard.  So why does the starter set pre-made character get 5 proficient skills?

Thank you in advance,

Henry

#2

Nevvur

Oct 13, 2014 9:37:13

DePorAlla wrote:
#3

Ishamaelus

Oct 13, 2014 10:06:19

Background. You usually get 2 designated from the Background of your Character. Not having looked at the Starter Characters, I assume they've given them the Sage Background. Also, remember Background skills are completely replaceable with any other skills as per PHB Page 125 ;)