Start with “The Dark Elf” trilogy...it is chronologically the beginning of Drizzt’s story; and are gripping tales.
I found them fascinating & compelling...at his core, Drizzt is a character who was born naturally benevolent & honorable...in a society that was thoroughly selfish & ruthless. Downright evil.
Drizzt’s relationship with his father...himself a tragic character at a Shakespearean level...is a huge reason why I loved the first book.
The story of when he decided to take his chances on the surface...it’s good. It’s really, really good. In that sad, bittersweet sort of way.
Everyone likes to poke fun at Drizzt...the misunderstood drow with a heart of gold...
...but everyone can relate to Drizzt.
Dude deserves respect.
If we must content with a legion of Drizzits, Drazzits, and Tyler Do’urdens who copy the original...so be it.
Well worth the read. Drizzt earned the fan base.
...we just have to deal with them.
I very much enjoyed the prequel series of the Drizzt novels. His backstory is tragic, especially with:
His undead father being sent to kill him.
However, there are too many Drizzt novels. Just too many now.
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So it sounds like we are getting a new UA tomorrow titled "Mages of Strixhaven"
What do you think this will contain? I Am going to guess some new spells or even a Feat or two.
Or Subclasses of course
I would say 2 subclasses and about 7-10 spells. Likely a few magic items maybe?
I think this is most likely.
1 Wizard subclass and 1 Sorcerer subclass and some spells.
Do they normally put magic items in a UA?
I would like to see a revamped Magic Initiate Feat that says you can use spell slots in the same manner as the Tasha's Feats. But I don't expect that as part of the UA.
So it sounds like we are getting a new UA tomorrow titled "Mages of Strixhaven"
What do you think this will contain? I Am going to guess some new spells or even a Feat or two.
Or Subclasses of course
I would say 2 subclasses and about 7-10 spells. Likely a few magic items maybe?
I think this is most likely.
1 Wizard subclass and 1 Sorcerer subclass and some spells.
Do they normally put magic items in a UA?
I would like to see a revamped Magic Initiate Feat that says you can use spell slots in the same manner as the Tasha's Feats. But I don't expect that as part of the UA.
They put the tattoos in UA but I am thinking they will have a "build your wand" style approach to magic items.
Awesome! I know a bit about Strixhaven, so I have some idea on what subclasses they could include (maybe even a redone theurgist wizard for Lorehold). The five houses of Strixhaven have their own cool theme, a few of them already have subclasses that fit them quite well (Spores Druids for Witherbloom, Scribes Wizards for Quandrix, Arcana Domain Clerics for Lorehold).
I would guess that there might be some sort of "Mathmagician" Wizard subclass, maybe a spell/Bard or Wizard subclass that summons an Ink familiar for Silverquill, and maybe an Elemental summoning Bard or Sorcerer subclass for Prismari.
Anyway, I'm excited to see what it has! Any other guesses?
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Awesome! I know a bit about Strixhaven, so I have some idea on what subclasses they could include (maybe even a redone theurgist wizard for Lorehold). The five houses of Strixhaven have their own cool theme, a few of them already have subclasses that fit them quite well (Spores Druids for Witherbloom, Scribes Wizards for Quandrix, Arcana Domain Clerics for Lorehold).
I would guess that there might be some sort of "Mathmagician" Wizard subclass, maybe a spell/Bard or Wizard subclass that summons an Ink familiar for Silverquill, and maybe an Elemental summoning Bard or Sorcerer subclass for Prismari.
Anyway, I'm excited to see what it has! Any other guesses?
what's Strixhaven? Is this some kind of prior existing setting that is explored in the new book of fey nonsense?
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Awesome! I know a bit about Strixhaven, so I have some idea on what subclasses they could include (maybe even a redone theurgist wizard for Lorehold). The five houses of Strixhaven have their own cool theme, a few of them already have subclasses that fit them quite well (Spores Druids for Witherbloom, Scribes Wizards for Quandrix, Arcana Domain Clerics for Lorehold).
I would guess that there might be some sort of "Mathmagician" Wizard subclass, maybe a spell/Bard or Wizard subclass that summons an Ink familiar for Silverquill, and maybe an Elemental summoning Bard or Sorcerer subclass for Prismari.
Anyway, I'm excited to see what it has! Any other guesses?
what's Strixhaven? Is this some kind of prior existing setting that is explored in the new book of fey nonsense?
No, it’s one of the Magic the Gathering settings base around a large magical academy if I’m not mistaken.
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Awesome! I know a bit about Strixhaven, so I have some idea on what subclasses they could include (maybe even a redone theurgist wizard for Lorehold). The five houses of Strixhaven have their own cool theme, a few of them already have subclasses that fit them quite well (Spores Druids for Witherbloom, Scribes Wizards for Quandrix, Arcana Domain Clerics for Lorehold).
I would guess that there might be some sort of "Mathmagician" Wizard subclass, maybe a spell/Bard or Wizard subclass that summons an Ink familiar for Silverquill, and maybe an Elemental summoning Bard or Sorcerer subclass for Prismari.
Anyway, I'm excited to see what it has! Any other guesses?
what's Strixhaven? Is this some kind of prior existing setting that is explored in the new book of fey nonsense?
Strixhaven on the plane of Arcavios is a MTG setting that is essentially their version of adult Hogwarts. It was founded by the Elder Dragons of the realm, and currently employs the infamous alumni Liliana Vess as a professor.
Awesome! I know a bit about Strixhaven, so I have some idea on what subclasses they could include (maybe even a redone theurgist wizard for Lorehold). The five houses of Strixhaven have their own cool theme, a few of them already have subclasses that fit them quite well (Spores Druids for Witherbloom, Scribes Wizards for Quandrix, Arcana Domain Clerics for Lorehold).
I would guess that there might be some sort of "Mathmagician" Wizard subclass, maybe a spell/Bard or Wizard subclass that summons an Ink familiar for Silverquill, and maybe an Elemental summoning Bard or Sorcerer subclass for Prismari.
Anyway, I'm excited to see what it has! Any other guesses?
what's Strixhaven? Is this some kind of prior existing setting that is explored in the new book of fey nonsense?
Strixhaven on the plane of Arcavios is a MTG setting that is essentially their version of adult Hogwarts. It was founded by the Elder Dragons of the realm, and currently employs the infamous alumni Liliana Vess as a professor.
This could mean that this is where we get the draconic subclasses as well.
A subclass centered around manipulating swamps, plants, and the life-energy therein.
Combine that sort of subclass with the new Hexblood lineage; and you get a hag!
Cool name, too...emphasizes the cycle of life...bloom...wither...and bloom again.
Lorehold - Wizard / Artificer
The description of drawing upon history fits snugly with both Wizards & Archivists...and would provide a new way to revisit older Unearthed Arcana, perhaps.
The Lore Wizard & the Archivist could be making comebacks. We’ll see.
Again, good naming scheme...what do you do with knowledge...? Hoard it! : P
Prismati - Bard / Sorcerer
This would be the PERFECT way to finally gain a bard focused around painting, colors & art; and will likely end up being the case.
This is also an opportunity to delve back into an elemental Sorcerer. I anticipate HEAVY multi-classing if this is the case...with Genie Warlocks, as well.
In keeping with the naming, this one just rolls off the tongue.
Quandrix - Wizard / Artificer / Warlock / Cleric
If they have such big brains; they might as well use them.
I suspect this college will be geared more towards the Artificers; as a means specifically towards perhaps rejuvenating the Archivist subclass in some way, shape, or form (the previous Archivist had a features that “overloaded” or overwhelmed targets with sheer information...this college has a similar feeling.
Manipulating reality, though, is still very much a Wizard thing, too.
Small chance it will be a new Warlock patron...a chaotic being from the outer planes...or even Mechanus himself.
I got my fingers crossed for a Luck Domain cleric, however; there’s established lore for them. Plenty of features...and probability fits rather well with it.
Name fits well. Quandrix..."quandary"? A problem to be solved...?
Silverquill- Cleric (!)
See, the Silverquill college already has existing subclasses to draw from (that pun was completely accidental; do NOT give me flak for it).
Scribe Wizards, Lore Bards, Eloquence Bards...we already are covered here.
Could be an interesting Cleric domain, though...an Art Domain!
I like the idea of a subclass for every house, but I'm not holding my breath lol. It would be nice to get something other than a bunch of wizard subclasses though. I second the revival of the archivist. It's still my favorite 5e psionic subclass.
Hm, fair enough, I could use yet another reason to simp for dark elves.
It's ok Ranger, you'll always be cool to me.. Unless druid gets another use for its wild shape charges.
I very much enjoyed the prequel series of the Drizzt novels. His backstory is tragic, especially with:
His undead father being sent to kill him.
However, there are too many Drizzt novels. Just too many now.
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Spells, Monsters, Subclasses, Races, Arcknight Class, Occultist Class, World, Enigmatic Esoterica forms
So it sounds like we are getting a new UA tomorrow titled "Mages of Strixhaven"
What do you think this will contain? I Am going to guess some new spells or even a Feat or two.
Or Subclasses of course
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I would say 2 subclasses and about 7-10 spells. Likely a few magic items maybe?
I think this is most likely.
1 Wizard subclass and 1 Sorcerer subclass and some spells.
Do they normally put magic items in a UA?
I would like to see a revamped Magic Initiate Feat that says you can use spell slots in the same manner as the Tasha's Feats. But I don't expect that as part of the UA.
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They put the tattoos in UA but I am thinking they will have a "build your wand" style approach to magic items.
Ok, that would be super cool
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I agree! I hope they do it but I could be wrong.
Awesome! I know a bit about Strixhaven, so I have some idea on what subclasses they could include (maybe even a redone theurgist wizard for Lorehold). The five houses of Strixhaven have their own cool theme, a few of them already have subclasses that fit them quite well (Spores Druids for Witherbloom, Scribes Wizards for Quandrix, Arcana Domain Clerics for Lorehold).
I would guess that there might be some sort of "Mathmagician" Wizard subclass, maybe a spell/Bard or Wizard subclass that summons an Ink familiar for Silverquill, and maybe an Elemental summoning Bard or Sorcerer subclass for Prismari.
Anyway, I'm excited to see what it has! Any other guesses?
Please check out my homebrew, I would appreciate feedback:
Spells, Monsters, Subclasses, Races, Arcknight Class, Occultist Class, World, Enigmatic Esoterica forms
what's Strixhaven? Is this some kind of prior existing setting that is explored in the new book of fey nonsense?
i am soup, with too many ideas (all of them very spicy) who has made sufficient homebrew material and character to last an thousand human lifetimes
No, it’s one of the Magic the Gathering settings base around a large magical academy if I’m not mistaken.
"Meddle not in the affairs of dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste good with ketchup."
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RoughCoronet's Greater Wills
Strixhaven on the plane of Arcavios is a MTG setting that is essentially their version of adult Hogwarts. It was founded by the Elder Dragons of the realm, and currently employs the infamous alumni Liliana Vess as a professor.
This could mean that this is where we get the draconic subclasses as well.
Hmm...possible subclasses...
Witherbloom - Druid
A subclass centered around manipulating swamps, plants, and the life-energy therein.
Combine that sort of subclass with the new Hexblood lineage; and you get a hag!
Cool name, too...emphasizes the cycle of life...bloom...wither...and bloom again.
Lorehold - Wizard / Artificer
The description of drawing upon history fits snugly with both Wizards & Archivists...and would provide a new way to revisit older Unearthed Arcana, perhaps.
The Lore Wizard & the Archivist could be making comebacks. We’ll see.
Again, good naming scheme...what do you do with knowledge...? Hoard it! : P
Prismati - Bard / Sorcerer
This would be the PERFECT way to finally gain a bard focused around painting, colors & art; and will likely end up being the case.
This is also an opportunity to delve back into an elemental Sorcerer. I anticipate HEAVY multi-classing if this is the case...with Genie Warlocks, as well.
In keeping with the naming, this one just rolls off the tongue.
Quandrix - Wizard / Artificer / Warlock / Cleric
If they have such big brains; they might as well use them.
I suspect this college will be geared more towards the Artificers; as a means specifically towards perhaps rejuvenating the Archivist subclass in some way, shape, or form (the previous Archivist had a features that “overloaded” or overwhelmed targets with sheer information...this college has a similar feeling.
Manipulating reality, though, is still very much a Wizard thing, too.
Small chance it will be a new Warlock patron...a chaotic being from the outer planes...or even Mechanus himself.
I got my fingers crossed for a Luck Domain cleric, however; there’s established lore for them. Plenty of features...and probability fits rather well with it.
Name fits well. Quandrix..."quandary"? A problem to be solved...?
Silverquill- Cleric (!)
See, the Silverquill college already has existing subclasses to draw from (that pun was completely accidental; do NOT give me flak for it).
Scribe Wizards, Lore Bards, Eloquence Bards...we already are covered here.
Could be an interesting Cleric domain, though...an Art Domain!
Might be my post-Jester withdrawal kicking in.
I like the idea of a subclass for every house, but I'm not holding my breath lol. It would be nice to get something other than a bunch of wizard subclasses though. I second the revival of the archivist. It's still my favorite 5e psionic subclass.
It's...possible, I suppose. I'd be surprised though, because Ranger and Monk don't exactly scream wizardy-woo to me.
Then again, I thought Tasha's Cauldron of Afterthoughts was going to be a Planescape book, so what do I know?
Ranger could be a Witherbloom tracker, or maybe an explorer subclass like Indiana Jones for Lorehold.
A fool pulls the leaves. A brute chops the trunk. A sage digs the roots.
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It belongs in LOREHOLD.
https://dnd.wizards.com/articles/unearthed-arcana/strixhaven
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I DIDN"T SEE CROSS CLASS SUBCLASSES COMING AT ALL!!!
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