Choosing to level in more than one class can be complicated. If done incorrectly, you can end up with a compromised build – one that’s not great in any single area. Like with most things in DnD, there are near-limitless options. This can intimidate new players. To make things easier, we’ve created a list of…
DnD’s Rogues are a diverse bunch. There’s a ton of variety once you consider all the different subclasses, feats, backgrounds, and races. But a handful of things ring true for just about every great Rogue. An affinity for stealth, dexterity, quick wits, and nimble hands all spring to mind when we think about this sneaky…
There’s a lot of historical inspiration behind the Swashbuckler, both fictional and non-fiction. And thankfully, this classic source material is well-represented in the 5e mechanics. The bravado, bluster, and superior dueling of the Swashbuckler make them an exciting class in combat and cunning schemer in social situations. There’s a lot of fun here for players…
“No way, scum!” the guard captain barks, “These papers are out of date and none of you look right.” You step forward and carefully modulate your voice to sound like local nobility. When you speak, your companion’s eyes widen almost as much as the guard’s. You’ll have to explain your time with the Actor’s Guild…
Cold rain hammers down the high valley, turning the village pathways into rivers of mud. People stare wide-eyed from their doorways. They know why you’re here. The heretics swept this way, and now the Emperor has sent you, his Inquisitive, to separate the wolves from the sheep… What’s An Inquisitive? The 5e Inquisitive is an…
Spending most of their working life on point, risking life and limb disarming traps and dodging enemy patrols, it’s no wonder Scouts know the value of striking first and being prepared. All that time behind enemy lines, out in nature, and hunted by hostile forces helps the 5e Scout develop a set of useful skills….
Dropping the hammer as a 5e Assassin feels good! If you’re with the kind of group who love to carefully plan out their operations, playing this Rogue subclass can be a satisfying experience. A master of stealth, disguise, languages, and assassination, the 5e Assassin is as deadly as they come. Some will tell you the…
There’s no subclass better equipped for impersonation, disguise, and intrigue than the Mastermind. Their capacity for linguistics, tactics, and manipulation is perfect for campaigns with nuanced NPCs and competing factions. At higher levels, they can’t be lied to and can even project false thoughts to anyone attempting telepathy. But these exceptional social abilities come with…
There’s something we love about the magical rogue. Creating illusions, distracting guards, and using an invisible, spectral hand to manipulate the environment at range makes for some epic moments at the table. Often considered top tier amongst Rogue subclasses, the Arcane Trickster is certainly one of the easiest to recommend. Let’s get into why… How…
D&D 5e offers a broad variety of play styles through the rogue subclasses. We’re here to guide you through these archetypes that allow for such different gameplay mechanics and roleplay styles. All have merit. The best one for you depends in part on what your adventuring party needs. But thinking about what’s most fun to…
The Rogue is one of the oldest and best-represented character archetypes in fiction. Present in Norse, Greek, and Roman mythology—then heavily influenced by the first, French translation of Arabian Nights in 1717—the daring, dashing rogue has been a part of modern storytelling since its beginning. From George Lucas’s Han Solo to Fritz Lieber’s Gray Mouser,…
D&D 5e’s magic system has depth. Some spells can stop time, animate the dead, and rain fire from the sky. But in a universe filled with such power and wonder, cantrips are a more humble, everyday kind of magic. The kind of magic your spellcaster can use without much effort. Don’t let this fool you….