Got a brand new game coming up, first run through for our DM and most of the players. Quietly preparing myself for the possibility it doesn't even go to level 10.
That said, I like to plan ahead. I got quite lucky with my stats so I feel like I could probably go entirely with 100% feats? Starting at level 1 with 18 Str, 9 Dex, 15 Con, 10 Int, 10 Wis, 18 Cha.
I'm thinking Sentinel and Shield Master are the obvious front runners. Possibly Heavy Armor Master as well.
If I take HAM is there another +1 Strength Feat that's worth taking?
Are there any +1 Dexterity feats that would be worth it for a Sword and Board Strength Paladin? (To shore up that -1.) Same for +1 Constitution Feats?
Sentinel and Shield master are great for a sword and board pally, I'd probably use an ASI to round out your Dex and Con. Another alternative would be to take resilient Con to help with your concentration saves.
The feats you mentioned are good. Some other options, charger allows you to deal damage when you move around the extra damage or shoving is also nice. Magic initate allows you to get a damage spell so you don't need a range weapon and a 1st lvl spell you can use 1 per day. Spell sniper is similar but i don't think it works on many if any spells on the paladin list. Durable is good for +1 con if your party wants a lot of short rests and/or no healer.
I feel like HAM and athlete (str) are good thematically appropriate picks. You can flavour text these as your dragon anatomy allowing you to have a tough scaly hide that resists damage and your powerful reptilian legs allow .... Well 8 feet high jumps with one mere step. Plus you get to twenty str and if the dm gives you a great axe...or a shield you can say I will take both!
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Got a brand new game coming up, first run through for our DM and most of the players. Quietly preparing myself for the possibility it doesn't even go to level 10.
That said, I like to plan ahead. I got quite lucky with my stats so I feel like I could probably go entirely with 100% feats? Starting at level 1 with 18 Str, 9 Dex, 15 Con, 10 Int, 10 Wis, 18 Cha.
I'm thinking Sentinel and Shield Master are the obvious front runners. Possibly Heavy Armor Master as well.
If I take HAM is there another +1 Strength Feat that's worth taking?
Are there any +1 Dexterity feats that would be worth it for a Sword and Board Strength Paladin? (To shore up that -1.) Same for +1 Constitution Feats?
My DM's Guild Content - Mostly quick rules and guides.
Athlete for +1 to STR or DEX
Resilient for +1 to any needed stat and proficiency in the chosen stat
Tavern Brawler for +1 to STR or CON and added versatility
Dragon Hide or Dragon Fear (Dragonborn Racial feats only) for +1 to STR, CON, or CHAR (your choice) plus some neat benefits.
See if any of those fit your fancy.
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Sentinel and Shield master are great for a sword and board pally, I'd probably use an ASI to round out your Dex and Con. Another alternative would be to take resilient Con to help with your concentration saves.
The feats you mentioned are good. Some other options, charger allows you to deal damage when you move around the extra damage or shoving is also nice. Magic initate allows you to get a damage spell so you don't need a range weapon and a 1st lvl spell you can use 1 per day. Spell sniper is similar but i don't think it works on many if any spells on the paladin list. Durable is good for +1 con if your party wants a lot of short rests and/or no healer.
I feel like HAM and athlete (str) are good thematically appropriate picks. You can flavour text these as your dragon anatomy allowing you to have a tough scaly hide that resists damage and your powerful reptilian legs allow .... Well 8 feet high jumps with one mere step. Plus you get to twenty str and if the dm gives you a great axe...or a shield you can say I will take both!
Jesus Saves!... Everyone else takes damage.