Best Binder

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#1

aleolus

Apr 14, 2008 11:47:53
Hey, all. I am gettng ready to start in a campaign, and I'm wanting to play as a Binder, from Tome of Magic. I was wondering what the best build would be, don't worry about sources allowed. I'll talk with the DM in question after getting a few suggestions to see what she's willing to allow. Haven't rolled his stats yet, but I know Binders need a high Con and Cha to help with their Binding, so those will probably be his high stats. Also going to need Diplomacy maxed out, and probably either Skill Focus (Diplomacy) or another feat that boosts Diplo.
Race is gonna be human, as well, so you know.
#2

BloodDragon

Apr 14, 2008 11:58:32
The Consolidated Binder Handbook

Probably has everything you'll need to know, be sure to check out the Binding Combos as there's a few nasty ones for Diplo.

There are a few gems hidden in the following pages too...
#3

jameswilliamogle

Apr 14, 2008 12:42:59
In a 28 PB, you want a 16 Cha, 14 Str, 14 Con, 12 Int (as human), 10 Dex, 8 Wis.

But check the handbook. I've got a low-level progression section, a diary, equipment suggestions, and feat suggestion.
#4

aleolus

Apr 14, 2008 14:04:47
Not a point buy, unfortunately
#5

jaronk

Apr 14, 2008 14:13:48
Binder is a very flexible class. What do you want to do with it? What's best depends on that.

JaronK
#6

jetstrike3000

Apr 14, 2008 16:47:50
http://forums.gleemax.com/showthread.php?t=1014927

Now you may be asking yourself why do I need to know about epic level stuff... Well If all you want to do is be a really good binder I could suggested a very multiclassed build such as
IIRC
Human
Fighter 1/Rogue 1/Cleric 1/Wizard 1/Binder 6/Anima Mage 1/Scion of Dantalion 1/ Tenebrous Apostate 1/Knight of the Sacred Seal 1/Bloodline 6

Netting you an EBL of 35+ with 8+ bindable vestiges and being well ridiculous. I am away from my books but ill double check this when I get home.

Feats
Improved Binding
Precocius Apprentice
And Any others needed for the PRC's