Path of the Strongman

Barbarians are notoriously strong, no matter the path they choose to follow. Barbarians following the Path of the Strongman take strength to a whole new level and commonly make most of their existence about being the strongest, for one reason or another. These barbarians can wield multiple two-handed weapons as if they were holding two shortswords and tear through armies in battlefields like a knife through warm butter butter. Sometimes the hero people need is, in fact, the strongest guy in the battle.

Level 3: Heavy Lifter

Starting when you choose this path at 3rd level, your immense strength allows you to wield two-handed weapons with a single hand. While you are raging, you can wield two-handed weapons with one hand and still gain the full damage benefit of using them two-handed. Additionally you gain proficiency in Athletics if you don’t already have it.

Level 6: Unyielding Grip

At 6th level, your grip becomes unbreakable, and your control over your weapons unmatched. When you are raging, you cannot be disarmed of your weapons unless you are incapacitated. Additionally, when you hit a creature with a melee weapon attack using a two-handed melee weapon in one hand, you can add your Rage Damage bonus twice to the damage roll.

Level 10: Mighty Slam

Starting at 10th level, you can use your immense strength to knock enemies down. When you hit a creature with a melee weapon attack using a two-handed weapon in one hand, you can use a bonus action to force the target to make a Strength saving throw DC 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Strength modifier. On a failure, the target is knocked prone. This feature can be used a number of times equal to your Strength modifier (minimum of once) and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest.

Level 14: Colossal Strength

At 14th level, your strength reaches its peak, allowing you to perform incredible feats of power. While you are raging, your carrying capacity is doubled, and you have advantage on Athletics checks. Additionally, while you are raging and holding a two-handed weapon in each hand, you can attack with your second weapon as a bonus action.