!This is a spoiler. Fourth, archetypes that replace Stunning Fists with a similar ability that targets a different saving throw are generally good because you should pick Stunning Fists back up with a level feat and give yourself options. (self.Pathfinder_RPG). While the monk itself isn't spectacular, several of its Archtypes can be a OP. Silent image lets you be clever. After that 2 points should go into CHAto increase the effectiveness of his spells and increase number of casts. The Pathfinder possesses skills that grant additional flask uses and offensive and defensive bonuses while using them. You'll be the melee characters' best friend. get yourself an amulet of mighty fists for your natural attacks, and upgrade to a deliquescent glove to go on your tail. And while at level 1 it should never be a concern, gaze attacks will never effect you. Seventh, balancing trade-offs can only be optimized if you know your adventure and GM. The first 4 points should be used to get INT to 13 and the final one can be put into CON. Don't read it. Buff your horrid will save. This might be about what I'd build for a one shot at level 1, just for fun. Apart from these classes, what are some fun builds to play on something around Normal-Hard? I've been trying to do this for a while, didn't see Blind Zeal. Some of these tools and resources include the following: Other subreddits you might be interested in: and join one of thousands of communities. Please click the rules header above to read a more comprehensive breakdown of our subreddit's rules. A level 1 summoner can be the ice climbers (nana is the eidolon), a digimon tamer and digimon, and while I didn't play it myself, I still have fond memories of a llama ninja. Traits: I know I said I would do traits, but I lied.  There are too many kinds of builds to account for.  Check out the trait guide, however.        Â. Archetypes: There are just so many to consider.  Oh well, I feel in a good mood so I will take a crack at it for you. Other Feats (Depending on the Build) – Cornugon Smash, Step Up, Dragon Style line, Pummeling Style line, Snake Style, Iron Will, Improved Reflexes, Greater Fortitude, Arcane Strike, Improved Initiative, Defensive Maneuvers, Felling Smash, Furious Focus, Feinting Flurry line, Grabbling Style line, Stunning Fist Adept, and Stunning Pin, Far Shot.  There are probably others, but this a good start for consideration.  The value of each so depends on the Archetype you select and the build concept that I won’t bother ranking them.  I can’t stress enough starting with the standard build above and then focusing in on one or more areas to change to a new optimized version. I think this should be mentioned as I found it makes the shuriken hit a lot less than you would hope. Welcome to rpgcodex.net, a site dedicated to discussing computer based role-playing games in a free and open fashion.We're less strict than other forums, but please refer to the rules. Races of Pathfinder 5e Guide to the Guides 4e Guide to the Guides . e. The game is Cleric of Erastil animal/community are op. What her Attributes look like at Level 20. Advice. By level 3 (2, if you choose fighter instead) you end up with burrow by trading in your talent and picking up tunnel rat and burrowing teeth. I support a limited subset of Pathfinder's rules content. Rule 1b: Be reasonable with your language. This for sure if you want to go the optimized, unusual route. Halfling Eldritch Guardian, with all the Hand feats to make it a familiar... With the Mauler archetype. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: For everything about the Pathfinder Tabletop RPG! Use wands. That being said, I used to play clerics religiously... if you'll pardon the pun. A Discussion on different and fun Pathfinder 2nd Edition (2E) builds for low to mid level characters. Additionally, you have Scent. Fillable character sheets and intelligent character builders. Making them all 1.5x as powerful starting at level 6 is strong. Heck, if you GM loves area effects, getting rid of evasion would be stupid, right? So I am a crusty old D&D player, and I have only recently started playing this game. But ultimately, the druid’s spellcasting was always her best feature, and she still has it. These optimized character builds use rules only found within the core rule books: Dungeon Master's Guide, Monster Manual, and the … Here's what the flairs mean. Oh, and did I mention that with a paltry 14 wisdom (for a monk, anyway) and one skill rank you'll be sitting on +10 to perception checks? You don’t want to fire shurikens at the start of a combat, you want to spend a ki point to get the plus 20 to speed so you can rush right in and flurry of blows their asses into oblivion. We have a Wiki page that includes links for various useful tools and resources, most of which have been provided by the members of this community. The DM will probably allow some 3.5 material in if we really, really want it, but he would strongly prefer it were Pathfinder only. The balance in that game is kind of a joke. The problem with the build above is that for every 1 level you throw into another Medium BAB class, your attack bonus (and progression towards another iterative attack) stagnates. I made a white witch/ unarmed human fighter that grapples and detaches his hands to fight. That’s a very hard decision, because a lot of the classes are lots of fun to play. With that said, here are the best Archetypes for enhancing the standard optimized Treantmonk Monk given a little time, effort and thought: Drunken Master, Flowing Monk, Hamatulatsu Master, Harrow Warden, Hungry Ghost Monk, Karmic Monk, Ki Mystic, Martial Artist, Monk of the Empty Hand, Monk of the Four Winds, Monk of the Iron Mountain, Monk of the Lotus, Monk of the Mantis, Monk of the Sacred Mountain, Sohei, and Wildcat.  Heck, I am tired.  You will have to judge the racial Archetypes for yourself. We're level 2 in Ironfang Invasion now. Destroy your foes! Level 1 Magic Missiles that trip with a +6 attack roll. The druid is notable for the significant changes to wild shape—those definitely hurt the class relative to 3.5e. The Pathfinder's focal point is her flasks. I am a DM who just finished DMing Ironfang Invasion for the past 2.5 years. (Not administered by or affiliated with Paizo Publishing® in any way). At level 8, that's a 15d6+15 ranged touch attack at the cost of a level 3 spell. Best level 2 spells: Cure Moderate Wounds > Hold Person. Heroism is okay, Dispel Magic is occcasionally useful. [–]Narvosa 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children). However you are no worse than a normal rogue. The Magus must have 1 hand free to use this ability. Gunslinger's almost never miss, and some pistol builds can fire multiple shots from level 1. You got some real fun there. I've gotten a lot of mileage out of my Arcane Sorcerer with Toppling Spell and Magical Lineage on Magic Missile. Hello, all. Daily Spell Discussion for Dec 20, 2020: Sense Fear, Need urgent advise for Rise of The Runelords (spoilers). At level 1. If the bad guy doesn’t make his will save, he can think he’s trapped in a box, assaulted by ghosts, or stuck in blinding smoke. Bless you my child. Level 1: Grease, Mage Armor, Magic Missile, Silent Image, Enlarge Person. New Races (Racial Traits) – Humans (Dual Talent) can now select Dual Talent, which can be optimal depending on the archetype, etc… you choose.  Furthermore, some archetypes are going to free up feats making the selection of any race that provide a bonus to Strength and no negative to Wis potentially optimal options.  Not including Monstrous and above races, some other races to consider are Half-Orc’s (Sacred Tattoo or not, it depends on the build), Half Elf (Dual Minded / Arcane Training or Drow Magic for Arcane Strike feat or Fey Magic), Angel BloodedAasimar, Suli, and Nagaji. Tracking gets way, way easier with you around. Feat: Sharp claw. However, because the iconics have PC-level gear and use the 20-point ability score buy instead of the heroic array, their CRs are 1 higher than those of NPCs of the same level (1st-level Amiri is CR 1, whereas a 1st-level barbarian NPC is CR 1/2, and so on). We require post flairs. Mage armor improves your AC for a long time. Halfling Synthesist Summoner with a Huge Eidolon=Gundam Pilot. Skills: stealth, acrobatics, escape artist, disable device, swim, climb, use magic device, slight of hand, perception, knowledge(local). You can do some neat things though. [–]Telandria 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Bring a ratfolk friend (leadership?) Various items and spells can increase one or more of these stats. All you bonuses should go to Strength. It does not conflict with anything.  Make the most of it and be sure to pick up Barkskin and Feather Step.  That’s two fewer Wands the standard monk build needs already. Best level 1 spells: Bless > Cure Light Wounds > Shield of Faith > Bane. It grants bonuses to elemental damage and effects and chaos damage, including poison. This builds are powerful 13th level builds. Saves: fort 2, Ref 7, Will -1 [–]Most_Serene_Doge 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Especially considering all the feats you are pumping into making the shuriken do decent damage. To start with, at least for me, the classes I have most fun with are the casters. So like he would go to shake your hand and his arm would just go limp. Tracking gets way, way easier with you around. [–]TyrKiyote 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (4 children), [–]UncleSpookler 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (3 children). Give one a Double Pistols and a level 1 Gunslinger can theoretically put four bullets into a target in one round. 13 points14 points15 points 3 years ago (6 children). If you use UC Rogue or UC Ninja with an archetype, Kobold or Ratfolk with the right features, you can get, as you said, Bite/Claw/Claw/Tail with sneak attack for a rather epic 'Will It Blend' character at 1st level. Sixth, any archetype that flat out advances the key abilities of the standard build is going to be a good choice. Take mounted combat feats. Hopefully this is fixed soon. This is pretty straightforward: these classes get the most powerful spells at a given level, and they can change their spell load-out daily, allowing immense flexibility. Title says it all, but this is what I want to specify. If you would like help with Pathfinder player options not covered here, please email me and I am happy to provide additional assistance.I will use the color coding scheme which has become common among Pathfinder build handbooks. Druid is a class that is most optimal when making the most out of its full range of spells, dipping stuff like Vivi and losing spells as a result is not optimal Traditional Monk 1 is the only dip for this class that is … Also note that many colored items are also links to the Paizo SRD. Neat. This is not a big deal if the trade-off is in your favor.  The bull rush tactic is the least needed option in the standard build. I do hate it in Starfinder, though. Bring smokesticks, and "watch" as your foes stumble about while you kick them in the face round after round, attacking then moving (or 5' stepping) into stealth. [–]feroqual 3 points4 points5 points 3 years ago* (1 child). [–]brown_felt_hat 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (2 children). Level 1. Favorite Class Ability: +1 hitpoint / level, Feats / Bonus Feats: 1)Dodge, Pt Blank Shot, Precise Shot, flurry of blows, stunning fist, unarmed strike; 2) Improved Grapple, evasion; 3) Weapon Focus (Shuriken), fast movement, maneuver training, still mind; 4) Ki pool (magic), slow fall 20 ft.; 5) Power Attack, high jump, purity of body; 6) Improved Bull Rush; 7) Deadly Aim, Ki pool (cold iron/silver), wholeness of body; 9) Clustered Shots, improved evasion; 10) Medusa’s Wrath, Ki pool (lawful); 11)Weapon Focus (Unarmed Strike), diamond body; 12) abundant step; 13)Greater Bull Rush, diamond soul, Skills (39 points): Acrobatics (13), Perception (13), Stealth (13), Equipment (129K): +2 Belt of Str/Dex/Con (16K); +4 Headband of Wisdom (16K); Monk’s Robe (13K); Boots of Speed (12K);Holy Amulet of Mighty Fists (16K), WEAPONS, +3 Cloak of Resistance (9K); Google’s of Night (12K); +2 Ring of Protection (8K); Bracer’s of Falcon’s Aim (4K); Flying Carpet (20K);Shuriken (cold iron, silver, adamantine); Wands: [Barkskin,Mage’s Armor], Some Important Stats: Speed 70 feet; AC (39 / 36 touch); CMD (37); CMB (+21, +25 grappling & bull rushing); Will (+15; +2 v. Enchantments), Ref (+14), Fort (+14); Immunity to all poisons & diseases; Spell Resistance (23); Flurry of Shuriken (inside 30 feet) +17, +17, +12, +12, +7 (1d2 + 6) – you naturally have the option to do deadly aim at -2 to attack and +4 to damage; Flurry of Blows +19/+19/+14/+14/+9 (2d6 + 7 + 2d6 (against evil)) – you naturally have the option to do power attack at -2 to attack and +4 to damage; Stunning Fists (13 per day, Fortitude DC 20). Lastly, you are a monk who actually can wear armor if you want. Eighth, don’t pick an Archetype that makes a monk something that he is not, unless what he becomes is a comparable or better version of something performed by another class. Third, any archetype (Zen Archer excluded) that requires you to give up Flurry of Blows is crap, crap, crap. Rendered by PID 2447 on r2-app-0ebccd4358f598ed3 at 2020-12-21 00:27:59.889397+00:00 running 406fa40 country code: US. You are rushing Rogue to 3rd level so that you can get DEX to damage. © 2020 reddit inc. All rights reserved. Vows – Vows of Cleanliness and Truth are not too onerous and can provide needed Ki points.  They can be easily substituted into the build above.  All of the other Vows are ridiculous. Level 1 Feat: Blinded Competence. Many of these builds will recommend throwing the level 20 stat increase into strength for the extra carrying capacity, since the other stats will be even at that point. [–]SmartAlec105GNU Terry Pratchett 2 points3 points4 points 3 years ago (2 children). Take an in-depth look at Pathfinder's fighter and what you can do to make sure you're a solid asset to your group. The Zen Archer flurries with bows from level 1. Level 1 is awful low to have a "build" fully realized, and you'll be giving up a lot to specialize. Level 4 – Resilience (constitution): As with Warcaster, this feat ensures we can maintain concentration while taking hits. 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Fourth, archetypes that replace Stunning Fists with a similar ability that targets a different saving throw are generally good because you should pick Stunning Fists back up with a level feat and give yourself options. (self.Pathfinder_RPG). While the monk itself isn't spectacular, several of its Archtypes can be a OP. Silent image lets you be clever. After that 2 points should go into CHAto increase the effectiveness of his spells and increase number of casts. The Pathfinder possesses skills that grant additional flask uses and offensive and defensive bonuses while using them. You'll be the melee characters' best friend. get yourself an amulet of mighty fists for your natural attacks, and upgrade to a deliquescent glove to go on your tail. And while at level 1 it should never be a concern, gaze attacks will never effect you. Seventh, balancing trade-offs can only be optimized if you know your adventure and GM. The first 4 points should be used to get INT to 13 and the final one can be put into CON. Don't read it. Buff your horrid will save. This might be about what I'd build for a one shot at level 1, just for fun. Apart from these classes, what are some fun builds to play on something around Normal-Hard? I've been trying to do this for a while, didn't see Blind Zeal. Some of these tools and resources include the following: Other subreddits you might be interested in: and join one of thousands of communities. Please click the rules header above to read a more comprehensive breakdown of our subreddit's rules. A level 1 summoner can be the ice climbers (nana is the eidolon), a digimon tamer and digimon, and while I didn't play it myself, I still have fond memories of a llama ninja. Traits: I know I said I would do traits, but I lied.  There are too many kinds of builds to account for.  Check out the trait guide, however.        Â. Archetypes: There are just so many to consider.  Oh well, I feel in a good mood so I will take a crack at it for you. Other Feats (Depending on the Build) – Cornugon Smash, Step Up, Dragon Style line, Pummeling Style line, Snake Style, Iron Will, Improved Reflexes, Greater Fortitude, Arcane Strike, Improved Initiative, Defensive Maneuvers, Felling Smash, Furious Focus, Feinting Flurry line, Grabbling Style line, Stunning Fist Adept, and Stunning Pin, Far Shot.  There are probably others, but this a good start for consideration.  The value of each so depends on the Archetype you select and the build concept that I won’t bother ranking them.  I can’t stress enough starting with the standard build above and then focusing in on one or more areas to change to a new optimized version. I think this should be mentioned as I found it makes the shuriken hit a lot less than you would hope. Welcome to rpgcodex.net, a site dedicated to discussing computer based role-playing games in a free and open fashion.We're less strict than other forums, but please refer to the rules. Races of Pathfinder 5e Guide to the Guides 4e Guide to the Guides . e. The game is Cleric of Erastil animal/community are op. What her Attributes look like at Level 20. Advice. By level 3 (2, if you choose fighter instead) you end up with burrow by trading in your talent and picking up tunnel rat and burrowing teeth. I support a limited subset of Pathfinder's rules content. Rule 1b: Be reasonable with your language. This for sure if you want to go the optimized, unusual route. Halfling Eldritch Guardian, with all the Hand feats to make it a familiar... With the Mauler archetype. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: For everything about the Pathfinder Tabletop RPG! Use wands. That being said, I used to play clerics religiously... if you'll pardon the pun. A Discussion on different and fun Pathfinder 2nd Edition (2E) builds for low to mid level characters. Additionally, you have Scent. Fillable character sheets and intelligent character builders. Making them all 1.5x as powerful starting at level 6 is strong. Heck, if you GM loves area effects, getting rid of evasion would be stupid, right? So I am a crusty old D&D player, and I have only recently started playing this game. But ultimately, the druid’s spellcasting was always her best feature, and she still has it. These optimized character builds use rules only found within the core rule books: Dungeon Master's Guide, Monster Manual, and the … Here's what the flairs mean. Oh, and did I mention that with a paltry 14 wisdom (for a monk, anyway) and one skill rank you'll be sitting on +10 to perception checks? You don’t want to fire shurikens at the start of a combat, you want to spend a ki point to get the plus 20 to speed so you can rush right in and flurry of blows their asses into oblivion. We have a Wiki page that includes links for various useful tools and resources, most of which have been provided by the members of this community. The DM will probably allow some 3.5 material in if we really, really want it, but he would strongly prefer it were Pathfinder only. The balance in that game is kind of a joke. The problem with the build above is that for every 1 level you throw into another Medium BAB class, your attack bonus (and progression towards another iterative attack) stagnates. I made a white witch/ unarmed human fighter that grapples and detaches his hands to fight. That’s a very hard decision, because a lot of the classes are lots of fun to play. With that said, here are the best Archetypes for enhancing the standard optimized Treantmonk Monk given a little time, effort and thought: Drunken Master, Flowing Monk, Hamatulatsu Master, Harrow Warden, Hungry Ghost Monk, Karmic Monk, Ki Mystic, Martial Artist, Monk of the Empty Hand, Monk of the Four Winds, Monk of the Iron Mountain, Monk of the Lotus, Monk of the Mantis, Monk of the Sacred Mountain, Sohei, and Wildcat.  Heck, I am tired.  You will have to judge the racial Archetypes for yourself. We're level 2 in Ironfang Invasion now. Destroy your foes! Level 1 Magic Missiles that trip with a +6 attack roll. The druid is notable for the significant changes to wild shape—those definitely hurt the class relative to 3.5e. The Pathfinder's focal point is her flasks. I am a DM who just finished DMing Ironfang Invasion for the past 2.5 years. (Not administered by or affiliated with Paizo Publishing® in any way). At level 8, that's a 15d6+15 ranged touch attack at the cost of a level 3 spell. Best level 2 spells: Cure Moderate Wounds > Hold Person. Heroism is okay, Dispel Magic is occcasionally useful. [–]Narvosa 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children). However you are no worse than a normal rogue. The Magus must have 1 hand free to use this ability. Gunslinger's almost never miss, and some pistol builds can fire multiple shots from level 1. You got some real fun there. I've gotten a lot of mileage out of my Arcane Sorcerer with Toppling Spell and Magical Lineage on Magic Missile. Hello, all. Daily Spell Discussion for Dec 20, 2020: Sense Fear, Need urgent advise for Rise of The Runelords (spoilers). At level 1. If the bad guy doesn’t make his will save, he can think he’s trapped in a box, assaulted by ghosts, or stuck in blinding smoke. Bless you my child. Level 1: Grease, Mage Armor, Magic Missile, Silent Image, Enlarge Person. New Races (Racial Traits) – Humans (Dual Talent) can now select Dual Talent, which can be optimal depending on the archetype, etc… you choose.  Furthermore, some archetypes are going to free up feats making the selection of any race that provide a bonus to Strength and no negative to Wis potentially optimal options.  Not including Monstrous and above races, some other races to consider are Half-Orc’s (Sacred Tattoo or not, it depends on the build), Half Elf (Dual Minded / Arcane Training or Drow Magic for Arcane Strike feat or Fey Magic), Angel BloodedAasimar, Suli, and Nagaji. Tracking gets way, way easier with you around. Feat: Sharp claw. However, because the iconics have PC-level gear and use the 20-point ability score buy instead of the heroic array, their CRs are 1 higher than those of NPCs of the same level (1st-level Amiri is CR 1, whereas a 1st-level barbarian NPC is CR 1/2, and so on). We require post flairs. Mage armor improves your AC for a long time. Halfling Synthesist Summoner with a Huge Eidolon=Gundam Pilot. Skills: stealth, acrobatics, escape artist, disable device, swim, climb, use magic device, slight of hand, perception, knowledge(local). You can do some neat things though. [–]Telandria 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Bring a ratfolk friend (leadership?) Various items and spells can increase one or more of these stats. All you bonuses should go to Strength. It does not conflict with anything.  Make the most of it and be sure to pick up Barkskin and Feather Step.  That’s two fewer Wands the standard monk build needs already. Best level 1 spells: Bless > Cure Light Wounds > Shield of Faith > Bane. It grants bonuses to elemental damage and effects and chaos damage, including poison. This builds are powerful 13th level builds. Saves: fort 2, Ref 7, Will -1 [–]Most_Serene_Doge 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Especially considering all the feats you are pumping into making the shuriken do decent damage. To start with, at least for me, the classes I have most fun with are the casters. So like he would go to shake your hand and his arm would just go limp. Tracking gets way, way easier with you around. [–]TyrKiyote 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (4 children), [–]UncleSpookler 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (3 children). Give one a Double Pistols and a level 1 Gunslinger can theoretically put four bullets into a target in one round. 13 points14 points15 points 3 years ago (6 children). If you use UC Rogue or UC Ninja with an archetype, Kobold or Ratfolk with the right features, you can get, as you said, Bite/Claw/Claw/Tail with sneak attack for a rather epic 'Will It Blend' character at 1st level. Sixth, any archetype that flat out advances the key abilities of the standard build is going to be a good choice. Take mounted combat feats. Hopefully this is fixed soon. This is pretty straightforward: these classes get the most powerful spells at a given level, and they can change their spell load-out daily, allowing immense flexibility. Title says it all, but this is what I want to specify. If you would like help with Pathfinder player options not covered here, please email me and I am happy to provide additional assistance.I will use the color coding scheme which has become common among Pathfinder build handbooks. Druid is a class that is most optimal when making the most out of its full range of spells, dipping stuff like Vivi and losing spells as a result is not optimal Traditional Monk 1 is the only dip for this class that is … Also note that many colored items are also links to the Paizo SRD. Neat. This is not a big deal if the trade-off is in your favor.  The bull rush tactic is the least needed option in the standard build. I do hate it in Starfinder, though. Bring smokesticks, and "watch" as your foes stumble about while you kick them in the face round after round, attacking then moving (or 5' stepping) into stealth. [–]feroqual 3 points4 points5 points 3 years ago* (1 child). [–]brown_felt_hat 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (2 children). Level 1. Favorite Class Ability: +1 hitpoint / level, Feats / Bonus Feats: 1)Dodge, Pt Blank Shot, Precise Shot, flurry of blows, stunning fist, unarmed strike; 2) Improved Grapple, evasion; 3) Weapon Focus (Shuriken), fast movement, maneuver training, still mind; 4) Ki pool (magic), slow fall 20 ft.; 5) Power Attack, high jump, purity of body; 6) Improved Bull Rush; 7) Deadly Aim, Ki pool (cold iron/silver), wholeness of body; 9) Clustered Shots, improved evasion; 10) Medusa’s Wrath, Ki pool (lawful); 11)Weapon Focus (Unarmed Strike), diamond body; 12) abundant step; 13)Greater Bull Rush, diamond soul, Skills (39 points): Acrobatics (13), Perception (13), Stealth (13), Equipment (129K): +2 Belt of Str/Dex/Con (16K); +4 Headband of Wisdom (16K); Monk’s Robe (13K); Boots of Speed (12K);Holy Amulet of Mighty Fists (16K), WEAPONS, +3 Cloak of Resistance (9K); Google’s of Night (12K); +2 Ring of Protection (8K); Bracer’s of Falcon’s Aim (4K); Flying Carpet (20K);Shuriken (cold iron, silver, adamantine); Wands: [Barkskin,Mage’s Armor], Some Important Stats: Speed 70 feet; AC (39 / 36 touch); CMD (37); CMB (+21, +25 grappling & bull rushing); Will (+15; +2 v. Enchantments), Ref (+14), Fort (+14); Immunity to all poisons & diseases; Spell Resistance (23); Flurry of Shuriken (inside 30 feet) +17, +17, +12, +12, +7 (1d2 + 6) – you naturally have the option to do deadly aim at -2 to attack and +4 to damage; Flurry of Blows +19/+19/+14/+14/+9 (2d6 + 7 + 2d6 (against evil)) – you naturally have the option to do power attack at -2 to attack and +4 to damage; Stunning Fists (13 per day, Fortitude DC 20). Lastly, you are a monk who actually can wear armor if you want. Eighth, don’t pick an Archetype that makes a monk something that he is not, unless what he becomes is a comparable or better version of something performed by another class. Third, any archetype (Zen Archer excluded) that requires you to give up Flurry of Blows is crap, crap, crap. Rendered by PID 2447 on r2-app-0ebccd4358f598ed3 at 2020-12-21 00:27:59.889397+00:00 running 406fa40 country code: US. You are rushing Rogue to 3rd level so that you can get DEX to damage. © 2020 reddit inc. All rights reserved. Vows – Vows of Cleanliness and Truth are not too onerous and can provide needed Ki points.  They can be easily substituted into the build above.  All of the other Vows are ridiculous. Level 1 Feat: Blinded Competence. Many of these builds will recommend throwing the level 20 stat increase into strength for the extra carrying capacity, since the other stats will be even at that point. [–]SmartAlec105GNU Terry Pratchett 2 points3 points4 points 3 years ago (2 children). Take an in-depth look at Pathfinder's fighter and what you can do to make sure you're a solid asset to your group. The Zen Archer flurries with bows from level 1. Level 1 is awful low to have a "build" fully realized, and you'll be giving up a lot to specialize. Level 4 – Resilience (constitution): As with Warcaster, this feat ensures we can maintain concentration while taking hits. 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Pathfinder Monk Guide (Level 1 to 13) Introduction : Okay, I am going to do this guide a little different. [–]PunslangerQuintessential Country 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Now just make them detachable. Sometimes even 1 level can really hurt your "main" class! PDFs of All Paizo Materials Great thanks to Harmon's Guide to the Class Guides on the Paizo messageboards, Hallack's Pathfinder Handbook and Handy Links Index on Minmax Boards, Novawurmson's Optimization Guides Compendium on Giant in the Playground, and all the rest. Optimized Character Builds Core Rules Only. ... Pathfinder Kingmaker: Valerie Builds (Tank, Dragon, Kinetic, Bard) Pathfinder Kingmaker Class Tiers Ranked Guide; #pathfinder 2e ranger #Pathfinder2E. Don't read it!< becomes: Haha keep it simple. For Spoilers: Master of Many Styles loses Flurry of Blows, so the penalty for wearing armor is the loss of an AC bonus and fast movement. Ride your hand into battle! Sure they may be good for dipping into by other classes (MoMS or MM), but they are horrible for all out monks.  How ironic is that? This guide explores several common fighter types (based on fighting style) and provides sample builds up through 10th level to get you started. AMA. 11HP, about 20AC Because, you know, blind. This means firing them at someone 30′ away incurs a hefty -4 to hit. I had to make some judgment calls to complete the feat progression order.  That said, it is the optimal order, in my opinion. Lesser Restoration is occasionally useful. Thoroughly freak people out! With dragon form it won’t hinder you, as you can cast Transformation to ramp up your AB by that time. Additionally, you have Scent. You're going to, at level 1, be able to competently fight while blind and (potentially) unarmed. In Pathfinder, rogues gained access to unique talents, in addition to their skills and feats, increasing the extent to which you can customize your character.The majority of these talents are related to skill use, allowing you to specialize your rogue’s out-of-combat functions as you see fit (though there are a few talents that have combat applications, as well). [–]CrossP 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Click it from level 1 and never turn it off pretty much, except for beast form. It ages well since you can start tripping multiple targets at level 3 and later on you can pick up Quicken Spell instead. Nice. [–]brown_felt_hat 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children), It's legit my favorite feat tree, because it's immensely flavorful, has the capacity to either be unnerving or hilarious, and is actually useful, [–]Flamesmcgee 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children), [–]AnotherTempPCs killed: 103, My deaths: 11 10 points11 points12 points 3 years ago (3 children). Dippable levels in Pathfinder Post #1: Base Classes Post #2: Prestige Classes Post #3: Dip Helping Feats & Common Abilities & Sources For the sake of this guide, a "dip" constitutes 1-to-3 levels taken in a class for the sake of gaining abilities. Hell's rebels: Martial Law. That makes for 3d6+3 Snowballs at level 1. [–]iamasecretwizardExpect sass. Luckily someone asked just this question and created a thread of all the articles out there on building the best Pathfinder characters. The last point can go into STR to decrease Encumbrance further, as he will be wearing Heavy Armor by the end of the game. Check out the Entire Jacob's Tower Package Here Here is the Guide to the Guides A ... 5th Edition Guide to the Guides ... Pathfinder Guide to the Builds GM Resources Improving Your Class with Items . 1. The purpose of this Pathfinder Slayer’s Build Guide is to provide a “quick tips checklist” of things to do to when making a Slayer’s build. You should also note that currently power attack is bugged where Finesse weapons only get -1 attack +1 damage. The typical way to open up combat is to throw shuriken to make a melee combatant come to the monk.  Using a Ki point to pump up your AC an additional +4 make sense so that when the melee combatant closes on the monk he misses.  Once the enemy closes, the monk should go to Flurry of Blows, Stunning Fists, and Medusa’s Wrath.  Alternatively, the Monk can open up battle by running over to the mage and grappling her, followed by a swift action +4 to AC. Also, in 3.7 and 3.8 poison builds received huge buffs on tree, and Darkscorn (currently one of the best bows for this build) received huge buff as well. Scourge Arrow was buffed too (we no longer have any issues with doors) so now it actually feels great to play even in closed areas. I have never played PnP Pathfinder, so I apologize if I lack a complete understanding of this game's nuances and advanced mechanics. Bring smokesticks, and "watch" as your foes stumble about while you kick them in the face round after round, attacking then moving (or 5' stepping) into stealth. Introduction: Okay, I am going to do this guide a little different.  I started to make a monk guide from scratch and then read the Treantmonk Monk guide and decided to just build on his guide.  Below you will find, with some slight modification, the Switch Hitter Build that Treantmonk suggested at the beginning of Pathfinder time. You're going to, at level 1, be able to competently fight while blind and (potentially) unarmed. What is the most interesting and unique builds can you come up with for a level 1 character? Rogue Ranger Fighter Wizard Sylvan Sorc. [–]TheTomBombadilI Know Frodo 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (1 child), [–]zimmerbrad 2 points3 points4 points 3 years ago (0 children). Later on, you turn that into Intensified and after that, Intensified + Empowered. Lot’s of CON, and decent STR and DEX. Pretty much the definition of tier 1. Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. The arcanist has a strange “prepared spontaneous” spellcasting scheme, but it’s highly advantageous. At 4th-5th level you pick up Paladin. For me it's Dwarven Battle Cleric. Tribal Scars+Combat Reflexes with Luck Domain and Charm(Love). Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. [–]TyrKiyote 2 points3 points4 points 3 years ago* (1 child). Traits: Adopted:Tusked, Pragmatic activator. ːnaomi_sdː Not looking for the most OP Game-Breaker build, but something that can be fun to play while also being strong enough to compete with Linzi, the best party member ever in the history of Bardom. Each character gets a +1 increase to a stat of your choice at every 4th level, for 5 stat increases by level 20. First, let me just say that Zen Archer is great, but it is just a completely different build and, thus, not applicable to this guide. and hang out in the same square to flank with swarming. If you want to just make something fun, do whatever you like. Naturally, you take the Magical Lineage trait and at level 3 you grab Rime metamagic so your 5d6+5 snowballs now entangle. Fifth, some archetypes may require you to give up pursuing bull rushing, either because you need the feats for something else or because improved bull rush is not offered. [–]Kongo204feykin' it 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children), [–]lurkingowl 4 points5 points6 points 3 years ago (0 children). Level 1 (racial): Warcaster. >!This is a spoiler. Fourth, archetypes that replace Stunning Fists with a similar ability that targets a different saving throw are generally good because you should pick Stunning Fists back up with a level feat and give yourself options. (self.Pathfinder_RPG). While the monk itself isn't spectacular, several of its Archtypes can be a OP. Silent image lets you be clever. After that 2 points should go into CHAto increase the effectiveness of his spells and increase number of casts. The Pathfinder possesses skills that grant additional flask uses and offensive and defensive bonuses while using them. You'll be the melee characters' best friend. get yourself an amulet of mighty fists for your natural attacks, and upgrade to a deliquescent glove to go on your tail. And while at level 1 it should never be a concern, gaze attacks will never effect you. Seventh, balancing trade-offs can only be optimized if you know your adventure and GM. The first 4 points should be used to get INT to 13 and the final one can be put into CON. Don't read it. Buff your horrid will save. This might be about what I'd build for a one shot at level 1, just for fun. Apart from these classes, what are some fun builds to play on something around Normal-Hard? I've been trying to do this for a while, didn't see Blind Zeal. Some of these tools and resources include the following: Other subreddits you might be interested in: and join one of thousands of communities. Please click the rules header above to read a more comprehensive breakdown of our subreddit's rules. A level 1 summoner can be the ice climbers (nana is the eidolon), a digimon tamer and digimon, and while I didn't play it myself, I still have fond memories of a llama ninja. Traits: I know I said I would do traits, but I lied.  There are too many kinds of builds to account for.  Check out the trait guide, however.        Â. Archetypes: There are just so many to consider.  Oh well, I feel in a good mood so I will take a crack at it for you. Other Feats (Depending on the Build) – Cornugon Smash, Step Up, Dragon Style line, Pummeling Style line, Snake Style, Iron Will, Improved Reflexes, Greater Fortitude, Arcane Strike, Improved Initiative, Defensive Maneuvers, Felling Smash, Furious Focus, Feinting Flurry line, Grabbling Style line, Stunning Fist Adept, and Stunning Pin, Far Shot.  There are probably others, but this a good start for consideration.  The value of each so depends on the Archetype you select and the build concept that I won’t bother ranking them.  I can’t stress enough starting with the standard build above and then focusing in on one or more areas to change to a new optimized version. I think this should be mentioned as I found it makes the shuriken hit a lot less than you would hope. Welcome to rpgcodex.net, a site dedicated to discussing computer based role-playing games in a free and open fashion.We're less strict than other forums, but please refer to the rules. Races of Pathfinder 5e Guide to the Guides 4e Guide to the Guides . e. The game is Cleric of Erastil animal/community are op. What her Attributes look like at Level 20. Advice. By level 3 (2, if you choose fighter instead) you end up with burrow by trading in your talent and picking up tunnel rat and burrowing teeth. I support a limited subset of Pathfinder's rules content. Rule 1b: Be reasonable with your language. This for sure if you want to go the optimized, unusual route. Halfling Eldritch Guardian, with all the Hand feats to make it a familiar... With the Mauler archetype. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: For everything about the Pathfinder Tabletop RPG! Use wands. That being said, I used to play clerics religiously... if you'll pardon the pun. A Discussion on different and fun Pathfinder 2nd Edition (2E) builds for low to mid level characters. Additionally, you have Scent. Fillable character sheets and intelligent character builders. Making them all 1.5x as powerful starting at level 6 is strong. Heck, if you GM loves area effects, getting rid of evasion would be stupid, right? So I am a crusty old D&D player, and I have only recently started playing this game. But ultimately, the druid’s spellcasting was always her best feature, and she still has it. These optimized character builds use rules only found within the core rule books: Dungeon Master's Guide, Monster Manual, and the … Here's what the flairs mean. Oh, and did I mention that with a paltry 14 wisdom (for a monk, anyway) and one skill rank you'll be sitting on +10 to perception checks? You don’t want to fire shurikens at the start of a combat, you want to spend a ki point to get the plus 20 to speed so you can rush right in and flurry of blows their asses into oblivion. We have a Wiki page that includes links for various useful tools and resources, most of which have been provided by the members of this community. The DM will probably allow some 3.5 material in if we really, really want it, but he would strongly prefer it were Pathfinder only. The balance in that game is kind of a joke. The problem with the build above is that for every 1 level you throw into another Medium BAB class, your attack bonus (and progression towards another iterative attack) stagnates. I made a white witch/ unarmed human fighter that grapples and detaches his hands to fight. That’s a very hard decision, because a lot of the classes are lots of fun to play. With that said, here are the best Archetypes for enhancing the standard optimized Treantmonk Monk given a little time, effort and thought: Drunken Master, Flowing Monk, Hamatulatsu Master, Harrow Warden, Hungry Ghost Monk, Karmic Monk, Ki Mystic, Martial Artist, Monk of the Empty Hand, Monk of the Four Winds, Monk of the Iron Mountain, Monk of the Lotus, Monk of the Mantis, Monk of the Sacred Mountain, Sohei, and Wildcat.  Heck, I am tired.  You will have to judge the racial Archetypes for yourself. We're level 2 in Ironfang Invasion now. Destroy your foes! Level 1 Magic Missiles that trip with a +6 attack roll. The druid is notable for the significant changes to wild shape—those definitely hurt the class relative to 3.5e. The Pathfinder's focal point is her flasks. I am a DM who just finished DMing Ironfang Invasion for the past 2.5 years. (Not administered by or affiliated with Paizo Publishing® in any way). At level 8, that's a 15d6+15 ranged touch attack at the cost of a level 3 spell. Best level 2 spells: Cure Moderate Wounds > Hold Person. Heroism is okay, Dispel Magic is occcasionally useful. [–]Narvosa 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (0 children). However you are no worse than a normal rogue. The Magus must have 1 hand free to use this ability. Gunslinger's almost never miss, and some pistol builds can fire multiple shots from level 1. You got some real fun there. I've gotten a lot of mileage out of my Arcane Sorcerer with Toppling Spell and Magical Lineage on Magic Missile. Hello, all. Daily Spell Discussion for Dec 20, 2020: Sense Fear, Need urgent advise for Rise of The Runelords (spoilers). At level 1. If the bad guy doesn’t make his will save, he can think he’s trapped in a box, assaulted by ghosts, or stuck in blinding smoke. Bless you my child. Level 1: Grease, Mage Armor, Magic Missile, Silent Image, Enlarge Person. New Races (Racial Traits) – Humans (Dual Talent) can now select Dual Talent, which can be optimal depending on the archetype, etc… you choose.  Furthermore, some archetypes are going to free up feats making the selection of any race that provide a bonus to Strength and no negative to Wis potentially optimal options.  Not including Monstrous and above races, some other races to consider are Half-Orc’s (Sacred Tattoo or not, it depends on the build), Half Elf (Dual Minded / Arcane Training or Drow Magic for Arcane Strike feat or Fey Magic), Angel BloodedAasimar, Suli, and Nagaji. Tracking gets way, way easier with you around. Feat: Sharp claw. However, because the iconics have PC-level gear and use the 20-point ability score buy instead of the heroic array, their CRs are 1 higher than those of NPCs of the same level (1st-level Amiri is CR 1, whereas a 1st-level barbarian NPC is CR 1/2, and so on). We require post flairs. Mage armor improves your AC for a long time. Halfling Synthesist Summoner with a Huge Eidolon=Gundam Pilot. Skills: stealth, acrobatics, escape artist, disable device, swim, climb, use magic device, slight of hand, perception, knowledge(local). You can do some neat things though. [–]Telandria 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Bring a ratfolk friend (leadership?) Various items and spells can increase one or more of these stats. All you bonuses should go to Strength. It does not conflict with anything.  Make the most of it and be sure to pick up Barkskin and Feather Step.  That’s two fewer Wands the standard monk build needs already. Best level 1 spells: Bless > Cure Light Wounds > Shield of Faith > Bane. It grants bonuses to elemental damage and effects and chaos damage, including poison. This builds are powerful 13th level builds. Saves: fort 2, Ref 7, Will -1 [–]Most_Serene_Doge 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (0 children). Especially considering all the feats you are pumping into making the shuriken do decent damage. To start with, at least for me, the classes I have most fun with are the casters. So like he would go to shake your hand and his arm would just go limp. Tracking gets way, way easier with you around. [–]TyrKiyote 1 point2 points3 points 3 years ago (4 children), [–]UncleSpookler 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (3 children). Give one a Double Pistols and a level 1 Gunslinger can theoretically put four bullets into a target in one round. 13 points14 points15 points 3 years ago (6 children). If you use UC Rogue or UC Ninja with an archetype, Kobold or Ratfolk with the right features, you can get, as you said, Bite/Claw/Claw/Tail with sneak attack for a rather epic 'Will It Blend' character at 1st level. Sixth, any archetype that flat out advances the key abilities of the standard build is going to be a good choice. Take mounted combat feats. Hopefully this is fixed soon. This is pretty straightforward: these classes get the most powerful spells at a given level, and they can change their spell load-out daily, allowing immense flexibility. Title says it all, but this is what I want to specify. If you would like help with Pathfinder player options not covered here, please email me and I am happy to provide additional assistance.I will use the color coding scheme which has become common among Pathfinder build handbooks. Druid is a class that is most optimal when making the most out of its full range of spells, dipping stuff like Vivi and losing spells as a result is not optimal Traditional Monk 1 is the only dip for this class that is … Also note that many colored items are also links to the Paizo SRD. Neat. This is not a big deal if the trade-off is in your favor.  The bull rush tactic is the least needed option in the standard build. I do hate it in Starfinder, though. Bring smokesticks, and "watch" as your foes stumble about while you kick them in the face round after round, attacking then moving (or 5' stepping) into stealth. [–]feroqual 3 points4 points5 points 3 years ago* (1 child). [–]brown_felt_hat 0 points1 point2 points 3 years ago (2 children). Level 1. Favorite Class Ability: +1 hitpoint / level, Feats / Bonus Feats: 1)Dodge, Pt Blank Shot, Precise Shot, flurry of blows, stunning fist, unarmed strike; 2) Improved Grapple, evasion; 3) Weapon Focus (Shuriken), fast movement, maneuver training, still mind; 4) Ki pool (magic), slow fall 20 ft.; 5) Power Attack, high jump, purity of body; 6) Improved Bull Rush; 7) Deadly Aim, Ki pool (cold iron/silver), wholeness of body; 9) Clustered Shots, improved evasion; 10) Medusa’s Wrath, Ki pool (lawful); 11)Weapon Focus (Unarmed Strike), diamond body; 12) abundant step; 13)Greater Bull Rush, diamond soul, Skills (39 points): Acrobatics (13), Perception (13), Stealth (13), Equipment (129K): +2 Belt of Str/Dex/Con (16K); +4 Headband of Wisdom (16K); Monk’s Robe (13K); Boots of Speed (12K);Holy Amulet of Mighty Fists (16K), WEAPONS, +3 Cloak of Resistance (9K); Google’s of Night (12K); +2 Ring of Protection (8K); Bracer’s of Falcon’s Aim (4K); Flying Carpet (20K);Shuriken (cold iron, silver, adamantine); Wands: [Barkskin,Mage’s Armor], Some Important Stats: Speed 70 feet; AC (39 / 36 touch); CMD (37); CMB (+21, +25 grappling & bull rushing); Will (+15; +2 v. Enchantments), Ref (+14), Fort (+14); Immunity to all poisons & diseases; Spell Resistance (23); Flurry of Shuriken (inside 30 feet) +17, +17, +12, +12, +7 (1d2 + 6) – you naturally have the option to do deadly aim at -2 to attack and +4 to damage; Flurry of Blows +19/+19/+14/+14/+9 (2d6 + 7 + 2d6 (against evil)) – you naturally have the option to do power attack at -2 to attack and +4 to damage; Stunning Fists (13 per day, Fortitude DC 20). Lastly, you are a monk who actually can wear armor if you want. Eighth, don’t pick an Archetype that makes a monk something that he is not, unless what he becomes is a comparable or better version of something performed by another class. Third, any archetype (Zen Archer excluded) that requires you to give up Flurry of Blows is crap, crap, crap. Rendered by PID 2447 on r2-app-0ebccd4358f598ed3 at 2020-12-21 00:27:59.889397+00:00 running 406fa40 country code: US. You are rushing Rogue to 3rd level so that you can get DEX to damage. © 2020 reddit inc. All rights reserved. Vows – Vows of Cleanliness and Truth are not too onerous and can provide needed Ki points.  They can be easily substituted into the build above.  All of the other Vows are ridiculous. Level 1 Feat: Blinded Competence. Many of these builds will recommend throwing the level 20 stat increase into strength for the extra carrying capacity, since the other stats will be even at that point. [–]SmartAlec105GNU Terry Pratchett 2 points3 points4 points 3 years ago (2 children). Take an in-depth look at Pathfinder's fighter and what you can do to make sure you're a solid asset to your group. The Zen Archer flurries with bows from level 1. Level 1 is awful low to have a "build" fully realized, and you'll be giving up a lot to specialize. Level 4 – Resilience (constitution): As with Warcaster, this feat ensures we can maintain concentration while taking hits. 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