I'm new to this list, but I'd have to say that the description for 'taking 10' specifies that it can only be used in situations with little or no risk of damage... A Huckster casting a spell certainly counts as risking damage to himself or others! -- Brett LORD, WHAT CAN THE HARVEST HOPE FOR, IF NOT FOR THE CARE OF THE REAPER MAN? (Reaper Man, Terry Pratchett)