The Artillerist is responsible for managing and operating the ship’s cannons, ballistae, and other weapons of mass destruction. They are experts in ammunition, aiming, and timing, with a keen eye for precision and an understanding of how to inflict the maximum amount of damage on enemy vessels. An Artillerist can quickly assess the strengths and weaknesses of an opponent’s ship, allowing them to choose the most effective weaponry and strategy during battle. They also oversee the maintenance of the ship’s artillery, ensuring that every weapon is in prime condition.
Role Skill Proficiency
As the artillerist you have proficiency with the Perception skill.
Feature: Artillery Mastery
As an Artillerist, you gain proficiency with heavy weaponry and cannons. When you fire a ship’s cannon or similar weapon, you may add your proficiency bonus to the attack roll. Additionally, you can spend 1 minute assessing an enemy ship’s defenses. During this time, you gain insight into the target’s weak points, granting you advantage on your next attack roll against that ship’s hull, sails, or specific weaponry.
Pirate Prestige Ability: Devastating Volley
When you take the Artillerist role, you can unleash a powerful barrage of artillery fire. By spending 1 pirate prestige point, you can command the ship’s artillery in a coordinated attack. As an action, all cannons (or other artillery) under your control can be fired simultaneously, each gaining a +2 bonus to the attack roll.
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