The Circle of Dreams was first introduced in Xanathar’s Guide to Everything, and it has often been dismissed as a Circle that isn’t worth investing much time into. Yes, it is a very situational Circle, but that doesn’t mean it’s worthless. In fact, it is greatly underrated as a healing Circle. Every party needs someone…
One of the most appealing aspects of the Druid is their Wild Shape, a form of transformation that lets you take on the shape of any creature you’ve seen. Wild Shape proves a useful ability for scouting and sneaking as well as battle. What more could you want from this nature-loving class? The thing is,…
The power of a maelstrom at your fingertips, conjured hurricanes throwing goblins left and right, devastating shockwaves tearing up the ground around you. That’s Tempest Cleric. Thunderbolts and lightning, very very frightening, all that stuff. Thanks to their devotion, Tempest Cleric’s are empowered with the ferocity of a storm. They’re an area-of-effect specialist, employing some…
Rather than serving the darkness, the Twilight Domain is dedicated to standing against it, protecting those asleep in their beds from the monsters of the night. And yet, the best way to do this is to harness some of that darkness to better overcome it—think more Batman than Superman. Twilight Clerics are a powerful support…
Everything in its proper place—that’s the mantra of an Order Cleric. Every person should fill their appointed role in society; laws should be followed, and stability should be maintained above all else. It can be a bit stifling, but following the rules all the time can keep people safe and prosperous. Originating from the “Guildmaster’s…
Few adventurers are saddled with a responsibility like Grave Clerics are. It’s their duty to keep the natural cycle of birth and death, ensuring none live beyond their appointed lifespan while also saving chosen heroes from dying before their time. Whether your backstory leads you to try and forestall death or drives you to end…
The fastest way to make friends in D&D is through healing. You may be essentially bribing your friends with heals, but you can guarantee your party will be devoted to keeping you alive. And no subclass beats the Life Domain for sheer healing prowess. Life Cleric might seem like you’re healing 24/7, but your subclass…
To be blunt: D&D has a lot of deities. So it should be no surprise that there are lots of options for Clerics. Depending on what deity you devote yourself to, you could end up projecting domes of magical twilight or spend your days forging armor out of your own sweat and tears. With a…
Come child, come see if the divine life of a Cleric is the right path for you. All that is needed is a willingness to help others, devotion to one of the many deities of our world, and the strength of will to crush a few kobold skulls when the situation calls for it. Sorry,…
D&D feats. What are they? Who gets them? Can I buy some? In a nutshell, D&D feats are extra bonus features that every character gets as they rise through the levels. Feats give skills, advantages, flavor, and sometimes a cheeky ability score rise. They help flesh out your character and add to the game’s roleplay….
Druids are wrapped in a cloak of mystery as wielders of magic known only to Mother Nature. They’re strangely in tune with animals, plants, and their surroundings. This sense of wonder is part of what makes it such an attractive class to play in Dungeons and Dragons, but the hardest part of creating your Druid…
Circle of the Moon is arguably the most popular choice for Druids, especially those still fairly new to the game. However, popularity doesn’t mean that it’s an easy or basic Circle. It’s actually one of the most powerful and versatile Circles, giving your Druid a real edge. If you’re the kind of Druid that likes…
Subclasses add so much depth to a character, and Druids have some of the most fun out there. With access to exclusive spells and abilities, there is so much to explore. For Druids, subclasses are referred to as Circles, and they represent the path you follow. There are six subclasses for you to choose from,…
Druids are incredible – it’s a fact that you can’t argue. They are completely in tune with nature and their surroundings, wielding it in a way that no one else can. Their spells are powerful and versatile and lead to exceptional support and combat builds. One of the great things about the Druid is that…
One of the most versatile classes out there, Druids are probably the most exciting spellcasters to play. They can work as scouts, support, strikers, controllers, and so much more. The flexibility within the class means that you have the power to create incredible and unstoppable builds. At their core, they might feel very similar to…
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…
Imagine being able to channel the sun and then use finger guns to shoot it out. That’s a Way of the Sun Soul Monk. A living solar panel. This monk subclass offers sun and light-based powers as their offensive and defensive abilities. It has elements of the humble Wizard, except with light-based powers. A couple…
Fancy getting all ghost-like? Or being a spectral ninja? Then the D&D Way of the Astral Self monk might be for you. The first of our Monk monastic traditions from our Monk Subclass Guide. Simply because it’s alphabetical, if there was the Way of the Aardvark Monk, then it would be second. Anyway, I digress….