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Tag: 5e

5th Edition D&D

Guides July 23, 2021August 21, 2023 | 19 Comments on Complete Artificer Class Guide for D&D 5E

Complete Artificer Class Guide for D&D 5E

Comprehensive guide to the Artificer class in D&D 5E. Subclasses, spells, infusions, feats, and races ranked, with build suggestions, tips and tricks, and more!

Builds July 15, 2021January 7, 2022 | 7 Comments on D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Sorcerer

D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Sorcerer

Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Shadow Magic Sorcerer focuses on control with sides of blasting and utility.

Builds July 3, 2021June 23, 2022 | 23 Comments on D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Ranger

D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Ranger

Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Hunter Ranger uses the Crossbow Expert & Sharpshooter feats with the best Ranger spells adding damage and support.

Builds June 29, 2021August 21, 2023

D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Druid

Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Circle of the Shepherd Druid mixes unmatched summoning capabilities with powerful control, support, and utility.

Analysis June 19, 2021June 14, 2022 | 18 Comments on Telekinetic or Spiritual Weapon?

Telekinetic or Spiritual Weapon?

The Telekinetic feat may seem unimpressive at first glance, but it might be so good your Cleric should take it and unprepare spiritual weapon!

Builds June 14, 2021August 21, 2023 | 8 Comments on D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Warlock

D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Warlock

Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Fiend Patron Warlock uses the Pact of the Chain to complement a suite of damage and control spells.

Builds June 10, 2021August 21, 2023 | 10 Comments on D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Cleric

D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Cleric

Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Light Domain Cleric layers on extra damage to the core Cleric strengths of support, damage over time, and defenses.

Builds June 7, 2021August 21, 2023 | 8 Comments on D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Rogue

D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Rogue

Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Phantom Rogue uses the extra damage from Wails of the Grave to focus on ranged damage.

Builds May 29, 2021August 21, 2023 | 13 Comments on D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Fighter

D&D 5E Basic Build Series: Fighter

Part of our D&D 5E Basic Build Series, this Battle Master Fighter uses the Crossbow Expert & Sharpshooter feats to set the bar for damage-focused characters.

Analysis May 26, 2021February 8, 2025 | 13 Comments on The Myth of Party Roles in D&D 5E

The Myth of Party Roles in D&D 5E

There’s a lot of misinformation regarding party roles in 5E. Just play fun builds! If you wish to optimize, make builds contributing many things at once.

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