7+ Passive Perception 5E Calculation. If you have a wisdom of 16 and no proficiency in perception, its a 13. My 1st level wizard has a wisdom of 13 (modifier +1) and proficiency in wisdom saving throws, but not proficiency in perception.

Total noob question, but the passive perception is confusing. When doing passive perception checks, does the dm just check against the highest passive perception score among eligible party members or is there a. Imagine you roll a wisdom check for the perception skill, and the roll on the die before you add your wisdom modifier (and proficiency bonus, if proficient with the perception skill) was a 10.






