Investigate
Investigation is a Non-Combat Activity using a type of Surveillance Action that focuses a character’s Perception AND (usually) Reason onto an object, area, or scene/interaction in order to discover something about it. It employs their other skills and knowledge for focusing on a specific context and is NEVER passive, using multiple rounds of Time.
This activity generally does not trigger anything. Generally it trades time for safety, and requires at least 10x the time for Active Scrutiny (a minute minimum) to to complete, requiring Concentration the entire time.
The Observant trait can improve the chances and outcomes of good investigation. Characters can develop this type of action as Accomplished Activity – searching for specific things.
iCore™i20™ Surveillance Details
i20 Skills REPLACE d20 skill proficiency: Add the skill level + modifiers to the check ( Proficiency Bonus not used).
A single Result Check to assess Success or Failure AND quality which may be impacted by conditions which indicate a Lack of Capability (Unfamiliar, Unproficient, etc.). The GM can { } Narrate it, and players may request an appropriate impact when anything other than a basic outcome is indicated. Character Points are Rewarded by the GM to improve Skills (and other Features).
D20 check to notice something important.