Using a
skill might take a round, several rounds, or even longer. It might take no time at all. Types of actions define how long activities take to perform within the framework of a
combat round (6 seconds) and how movement is treated with respect to the activity. See the
skill description for specifies on how long a
skill takes to use.
In general, using a
skill that requires concentration while in close
combat is dangerous. Nearby op-ponents can make
attacks of opportunity against a character when he or she lets his or her guard down.