'DEGREE' Degree refers to the mean power of all of the items that the player character is lugging around. A standardized value is computed with each distinct affix of the item weighted fairly and then summed. As an example to explain these calculations, all "stats" attributes (i.e. strength, dexterity, wisdom, etc) are given equal weighting, while the hitroll and damroll attributes are considered twice as potent as those. Once their sum is decided, a deduction is applied based on the attributes of common items. Note that active set bonus affects are considered in deciding the degree. See also: QUALITY