Additionally, the animal guise allows you amazing infiltration abilities. Magical Ambush: You’re likely going to have a lower than optimal Intelligence compared to a primary caster, so this allows you to rely on statistics rather than power in order to make your spells land. All features and abilities are from the core rulebook set (Player’s Handbook, Monster Manual, and Dungeon Master’s Guide) unless otherwise attributed. As for feats, Crossbow Expert is a damn solid choice for a ranged rogue. It's only for dim light, not darkness My DM doesn't rule dim light strictly. If you are a race that grants weapon proficiencies, you’re going to want to use a longbow when able for the larger ranged damage die. Observant: This is very good for Rogue if you’ve got high Wisdom and take a lot of watches. Dexterity: Your most important stat. Hit Points. Multiclassing: Ranger looks nice, although it seems like it begins to develope its pure power late - around mid levels. Yeah, that's planned. Copyright © 2020 Game Out | All Rights Reserved, “ Do good by stealth and blush to call it fame ”. Charger: The movement benefits conflict with your cunning action, and the potential use of an off-hand weapon, but the damage bonus or push are very useful strategically. If they are casting spells, it’s to distract, enchant, or deceive so that they can get to your coin, or a blade to your gut. ._12xlue8dQ1odPw1J81FIGQ{display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle} Hit Dice: 1d8 per rogue level Hit Points at 1st Level: 8 + your Constitution modifier Hit Points at Higher Levels: 1d8 (or 5) + your Constitution modifier per rogue level after 1st Proficiencies. City WatchSCAG: Athletics, Insight, and two languages. Mobile: This pairs well with your cunning action, allowing you to hit and run without getting tagged back. Thief offers nice stuff as well. More useful in a role-play and intrigue-heavy campaign, though it affords some interesting combat-relevant abilities. Rogues who embrace this archetype are at home in the wilderness and among barbarians and fighters, as they serve as Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything is a book all about opportunities and different build paths. The surprise factor is always fun too. Here is a new option for that feature: the Scout. For the rogue v. fighter argument, go fighter. Bluff your way to riches. Is the D&D rogue class not your thing? You think dipping fighter is always a bad choice? Check out our comprehensive guide to all the D&D 5E classes and how to choose one that best suits the character you’d like to play. The Rogue is no different. Your Rogue may be a criminal who is good at pickpocketing and burglary, an assassin who knows how to kill silently, or an Arcane Trickster who uses magic to … At 3rd level, you choose an archetype that you emulate in the exercise of your rogue abilities. Charlatan: Two skills and two tool proficiencies from the Rogue list. Intimidation: Depending on your character’s flavor this is interchangeable with Deception and Persuasion. It's your choice. As Archetype I was thinking of Arcane Trickster, because I could go for the familiar and use spells for distraction. Fighter: Fighting style and action surge grant you lots of utility in combat, but keep in mind that Sneak Attack still only works once per turn. Standard: Great for rounding out odd ability scores from a point-buy character creation.eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'gameoutonline_com-leader-1','ezslot_10',112,'0','0'])); Variant: increasing your Dexterity, a bonus skill, and picking up a feat at first level grants you a huge advantage. 5e Rogues can be played in a number of ways. A bonus action fuels your cunning action, so it’s not served well using this in combat. Would you start with it? Criminal: Two Rogue skills and two tool proficiencies. Rogue Class Details. Therefore I am asking myself, if I should go for a pure Rogue or multiclass? Insightful Fighting: Ear for Deceit makes this more reliable. You should think about getting Sharpshooter at some point, too, to give yourself a longer effective range. I play a rogue, and am also going powerful ranged combatant route. Sailor: Good skills, but the rest isn’t relevant. You will have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. (Hand crossbow is the same damage as a shortbow.). Archer Build (Fighter, Ranger and Rogue builds 5e) This post will be split into three short builds and will address 3 powerful Archer builds: Each build is based around the ability to negate the drawbacks of ranged weaponry, while also increasing damage dealt. Fire: Only a good choice for an Arcane Trickster. I think it all fits pretty well with the whole theme of sneaking around rooftops and such, taking a spot, and shooting through a window for that perfect bow+sneak+poison+crit then disappear in to the distance archetype. The Ultimate D&D 5E Bard Class Guide (2021), The Ultimate D&D 5E Sorcerer Class Guide (2021), The Ultimate Guide to D&D 5e Races (2021), The Ultimate D&D 5E Ranger Class Guide (2021), The Ultimate D&D 5E Paladin Class Guide (2021), The Ultimate D&D 5E Cleric Class Guide (2021), The Ultimate D&D 5E Barbarian Class Guide (2021), The Ultimate D&D 5E Rogue Class Guide (2021). Human: All-around strong race for any class. ._2cHgYGbfV9EZMSThqLt2tx{margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{width:75%;height:24px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-,._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{background:var(--newCommunityTheme-field);background-size:200%;margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-{width:100%;height:46px} This material is published under the OGL: Ranged Attacks. One particularly good multi-class is ranger, namely ranger 5, Hunter subclass, for fighting style (Archery, +2 to hit) colossus slayer (1d8 damage) extra attack (duh) and hunters mark (1d6). In combat, this uses your bonus action, and you’ll need to use your action to complete the maneuver, so keep in mind that using this ability replaces your attack. This path gives you a strong specialty but restricts your party role to seek and snatch. Bonus attack- 1d20+9 to hit, 1d6+5. The classic multi class for rogue into anything throughout multiple editions is into Fighter. Wild shape grants you a ton of extra bulk by protecting you while shifted into animal form. Hiding? With Arcane Trickster I get an invisible Mage Hand, Minor Illusion, Green Flame Blade (if I should go into close combat) and a familiar. Does he never use passive perception checks? eval(ez_write_tag([[250,250],'gameoutonline_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_2',125,'0','0']));Strength: You don’t need to use Strength or strength-based skills. You only get one shot to hit with your Sneak Attack each round, this feat ensures you hit your target. Acrobatics: Nerfed in usefulness compared to previous editions. Booming blade and green flame blade both add damage to your single attack each round. 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I was thinking about taking Fighter on the first level. So the trick becomes being able to hide anywhere. In addition to a boatload of skills and useful adventuring abilities, Rogues are the ultimate team players in combat situations. GenasiEEPC: The Constitution bonus is always a strong option, but the subclasses don’t add too much that helps Rogue. 1. Flight and Dexterity increase make you an extremely evasive target, and have great mobility. Anyway, there are several things to consider. DDO Rouge Build: Ranged Repeater. This Archetype is the most typical and affords exactly what you’d expect. For an urban campaign full of intrigue, the Inquisitive Rogue makes a great detective. Shield Master: Rogues are better served with an off-hand weapon than a shield to get a second chance at sneak attack each round. Choose Archetypes between the Arcane Trickster, Assassin, Mastermind, Swashbuckler, and Thief. It focuses on the builds that don’t quite satisfy the players who want variety. We play a campaign that will bring us to about level 15. Scout You are skilled in woodcraft and stealth, allowing you to range ahead of your companions during expeditions. The key is shaped like a finger bone. But unfortunately I think I will need to wait for it till level 8. If off, please let me know. Insightful Manipulator: A little metagame-y, but useful none the less. Acrobatics is specifically reserved for tumbling and flipping, which are more situational. 5e SRD:Ranged Attacks. TP Tortle Package Rogue 11/Fighter 6 gets me 5 ASI (20 DEX, sharpshooter, crossbow expert, and lucky), extra attack (2x as likely to get sneak attack off, 3x as likely to if I use bonus action to attack again with hand crossbow as bonus) and maneuvers which will likely add more damage and do an extra effect. Go wood elf, you get Perception, hide in bushes, longbow prof and a base speed of 35ft to start. Green: Good options. Rakish Audacity: An initiative bonus, and the ability to use sneak attack in a duel. High Elf: The Intelligence boost makes for a powerful Arcane Trickster. ._1PeZajQI0Wm8P3B45yshR{fill:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)}._1PeZajQI0Wm8P3B45yshR._3axV0unm-cpsxoKWYwKh2x{fill:#ea0027} “Shapeshifting abilities make Changelings natural rogues”. Ranger: This is a two-level dip minimum. Rogue11 w/ 20 DEX & Sharpshooter: 1d20+4 to hit, 7d6+15. Swiftstride: Good ability score increases, but the shifting features overlap with Cunning Action. Rogues specialize in high damage output in short bursts, sneaking, sniping, and performing reconnaissance are your main functions. Rogue11 w/ 20 DEX & Crossbow Expert: 1d20+9 to hit, 7d6+5. I was already thinking about the darkvision problem. (Level 7) Careful Eyes: Use the search action as a bonus action. ._1x9diBHPBP-hL1JiwUwJ5J{font-size:14px;font-weight:500;line-height:18px;color:#ff585b;padding-left:3px;padding-right:24px}._2B0OHMLKb9TXNdd9g5Ere-,._1xKxnscCn2PjBiXhorZef4{height:16px;padding-right:4px;vertical-align:top}._1LLqoNXrOsaIkMtOuTBmO5{height:20px;padding-right:8px;vertical-align:bottom}.QB2Yrr8uihZVRhvwrKuMS{height:18px;padding-right:8px;vertical-align:top}._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0{font-size:14px;font-weight:500;line-height:18px;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)}._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._1LLqoNXrOsaIkMtOuTBmO5,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._2B0OHMLKb9TXNdd9g5Ere-,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._1xKxnscCn2PjBiXhorZef4,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 .QB2Yrr8uihZVRhvwrKuMS{fill:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)} Hill Dwarf: The extra hit points help, and the Wisdom increase helps with your Perception. 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Thief also has options for dealing with things like undead or trolls because it has acid and holy water. All your attacks, skills, and class abilities will require dexterity-based rolls. Forest: Dexterity and Intelligence for boosting Arcane Trickster usefulness. The range lists two numbers. Poison Specialist. Hey so I've read through everyone's discussions so far, and I was wondering why you haven't considered assassin? “Dungeon Delver: a great feat for a trap-springer”. No multiclassing? Natural armor plays well for a melee rogue in the absence of other strong melee allies. Few options for fighting multiple opponents, almost no options to make multiple attacks per turn. Rogue is a fun class to play, which affords you several important party roles. Rogue 5e Rogues split into melee or ranged forms. This allows more chances to hit enemies before they've had a turn with assassinate. Eurèka-xavius September 5, 2019, 10:18pm #5. He resides in suburban New Jersey where he has both run and played in Dungeons and Dragons games weekly for over 15 years. Wisdom: You need high perception, but otherwise this isn’t too important.eval(ez_write_tag([[336,280],'gameoutonline_com-box-4','ezslot_1',126,'0','0'])); Charisma: Rogues make a great party spokesperson. Rogues have a huge degree of customization, with a deep skills list, interesting class features, and great armor and weapon proficiencies that pair well with their natural strengths. This does make a good place to cross-class, however. Armor: Light armor Weapons: Simple weapons, hand crossbows, longswords, rapiers, shortswords Tools: Thieves' tools Rogues have the ability to scout well, investigate and spring traps, and to support primary damage dealers in combat with decisive blows to already weakened opponents. There is no place in the rules that explicitly says you can opt to voluntarily fail a save, but if you friend chooses not to resist your ability, a DM ruling may allow you to imprint their spell in this way. For rogues it seems more important to hit and trigger the sneak attack. Welcome to our in-depth video guide to the Rogue class in Dungeons and Dragons 5e!We cover everything you need to know to create your Rogue. Holy Shit! Disarming traps, picking locks, and pickpocketing. You're also able to target whichever enemy is next to an ally at will, as opposed to getting tied up in 1v1 combat with no sneak attack. .LalRrQILNjt65y-p-QlWH{fill:var(--newRedditTheme-actionIcon);height:18px;width:18px}.LalRrQILNjt65y-p-QlWH rect{stroke:var(--newRedditTheme-metaText)}._3J2-xIxxxP9ISzeLWCOUVc{height:18px}.FyLpt0kIWG1bTDWZ8HIL1{margin-top:4px}._2ntJEAiwKXBGvxrJiqxx_2,._1SqBC7PQ5dMOdF0MhPIkA8{height:24px;vertical-align:middle;width:24px}._1SqBC7PQ5dMOdF0MhPIkA8{-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;display:-ms-inline-flexbox;display:inline-flex;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-pack:center;justify-content:center} So it costs money if you do that a lot. Blue = An essential, class-defining ability you would be remiss to overlook. ShipwrightGoS: Perception and vehicle proficiency, but the other half of the benefits of this background fall flat. This is a huge game-breaking ability. This can KO a target before they act. LizardfolkVGtM: Natural armor, two skills, and a natural attack make for a great brawler or ambush attacker build. I play a rogue, and am also going powerful ranged combatant route. The purpose of this build is to create a rogue that strikes from a distance and get the hell out of Dodge if cornered. This Archetype is heavily Wisdom-dependent. From D&D Wiki. GlasyaMToF: Good ability score increase, and interesting spell options. Moon/SunSCAG: Access to a cantrip grants you extra damage in the form of green flame blade or booming blade. Healer: Not useful for a Rogue unless you’re a Thief. You also get the long bow and KON saving-throw what seems more worth than DEX, isn't it? /*# sourceMappingURL=https://www.redditstatic.com/desktop2x/chunkCSS/IdCard.de628c13230c59091a5d.css.map*/._2JU2WQDzn5pAlpxqChbxr7{height:16px;margin-right:8px;width:16px}._3E45je-29yDjfFqFcLCXyH{margin-top:16px}._13YtS_rCnVZG1ns2xaCalg{font-family:Noto Sans,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:400;line-height:18px;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex}._1m5fPZN4q3vKVg9SgU43u2{margin-top:12px}._17A-IdW3j1_fI_pN-8tMV-{display:inline-block;margin-bottom:8px;margin-right:5px}._5MIPBF8A9vXwwXFumpGqY{border-radius:20px;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:0;line-height:16px;padding:3px 10px;text-transform:none}._5MIPBF8A9vXwwXFumpGqY:focus{outline:unset} Delay that ranged rogue 5e you have n't considered Assassin intrigue, the Inquisitive Rogue a... Other abilities are tempting, but every once in a hurry how choose. 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