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#1 ZHDarkstar Oct 07, 2014 22:19:05	I came up with an interesting idea for a nature-themed frontline beatstick that could use some feedback. The concept doesn't really take off until the second tier of play. Ability scores are for 1st level.   Aylagur Buschbudd Illuskan Human(variant) Nature Cleric 15/Hunter Ranger 5 (C1/R5/C2+) Str 15 (14+1) Dex 13 Con 12 Int 10 Wis 16 (15+1) Cha 8 Feat: Polearm Master   Fluff-wise, his gear is made of repurposed alcohol-related materials. The metal strips of his splint armor come from the hoops of dwarven ale barrels, while his shield is the lid from a cask that once held a legendary vintage elven wine used in druidic rituals. His quarterstaff came from the mash room of a monastic order with a rich brewing tradition that spans almost the entirety of human civilization.   The Ranger levels are to pick up Extra Attack, Colossus Slayer, and Dueling for shield and shillelagh shenanigans. I also get 4 Ranger spells, with up to two being 2nd level. I'm leaning towards Goodberry, Hunter's Mark, Beast Sense, and Darkvision.   I know that this build is a little MAD, with a Str that isn't used outside of meeting heavy armor requirements. However, it's the charm of an alcoholic hippie that makes up for it.
#2 Timborama Oct 08, 2014 7:57:07	With Shillelagh, do you really NEED 15 Strength? Might be worth boosting CON for spells and tankiness, and/or DEX for AC in medium armor. Unless you think moving 20ft in plate armor really is that abysmal
#3 ZHDarkstar Oct 08, 2014 13:09:52	Timborama wrote:
#4 Timborama Oct 09, 2014 6:13:19	Charger is kinda "meh" and underwhelming. Just cast a spell and move forward.   I'd go either Resilient (for +1 Constitution and proficiency in CON saves) or War Caster.   Though you could also go Polearm Master for some Shillelagh shenannigans!
#5 ZHDarkstar Oct 10, 2014 8:06:44	Polearm Master is already going to be the human bonus feat. I'm planning on speaking drunkenly and swinging a big stick. :P