Hashira (5e Class)
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Explosion Hashira[edit]
The Explosion Hashira are elite warriors of the Demon Slayer Corps who specialize in the power of Explosion Breathing. This devastating technique allows them to create shockwaves and concussive force that obliterate demons in an instant. As the masters of explosions, the Explosion Hashira strike with explosive power, leaving destruction in their wake.
Introduction[edit]
Explosion Hashira are unparalleled in their ability to wield explosive force. By channeling the power of Explosion Breathing, they can create devastating bursts of energy that can tear through even the toughest demons. Masters of impact and force, these warriors leave no room for escape, with attacks that shock and overwhelm their enemies. As a Hashira specializing in Explosion Breathing, you are an unstoppable force of nature, bringing death and destruction to any demon you face.
Creating an Explosion Hashira[edit]
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To create an Explosion Hashira, think about how your character uses their explosive power. Do they specialize in devastating force with every strike? Are they driven by a need for vengeance or destruction? Were they a former soldier, or have they taken up the mantle of Hashira through their mastery of the destructive techniques of Explosion Breathing?
- Quick Build
You can make an Explosion Hashira quickly by following these suggestions. First, Strength or Dexterity should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution. Second, choose the Soldier background. Third, select a martial weapon, such as a katana or a large hammer, and a focus related to your Breathing style, like an explosive charm or an emblem of destruction.
Class Features
As a Explosion Hashira Class Features you gain the following class features.
- Hit Points
Hit Dice: 1d10 per Explosion Hashira Class Features level
Hit Points at 1st Level: 10 + Constitution modifier
Hit Points at Higher Levels: 1d10 (or 6) + Constitution modifier per Explosion Hashira Class Features level after 1st
- Proficiencies
Armor: Light armor proficiency
Weapons: Martial weapons, primarily katanas or impact weapons
Tools: None
Saving Throws: Strength, Constitution
Skills: Choose two from Acrobatics, Athletics, Intimidation, Perception, Survival
- Equipment
You start with the following equipment, in addition to the equipment granted by your background:
- (a) Martial weapon (e.g., katana or impact weapon) or (b) Light armor or (c) Explorer's Pack
- (a) Breathing Focus (e.g., Explosive Charm) or (b) Healing Potion (2) or (c) None
- (a) Hashira's Resolve (see class features) or (b) None or (c) None
- If you are using starting wealth, you have Standard (see PHB) in funds.
| Level | Proficiency Bonus |
Features | —Spell Slots per Spell Level— |
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| 1st | +2 | Hashira Resolve | |
| 2nd | +2 | Breathing Style | |
| 3rd | +2 | Combat Mastery | |
| 4th | +2 | Ability Score Improvement, Unyielding Will | |
| 5th | +3 | Breathing Empowerment | |
| 6th | +3 | Explosion Strike | |
| 7th | +3 | Explosive Eruption | |
| 8th | +3 | Ability Score Improvement, Fighting Spirit | |
| 9th | +4 | Demon Slayer's Final Stand | |
| 10th | +4 | None | |
| 11th | +4 | — | |
| 12th | +4 | Ability Score Improvement | |
| 13th | +5 | — | |
| 14th | +5 | — | |
| 15th | +5 | — | |
| 16th | +5 | Ability Score Improvement | |
| 17th | +6 | — | |
| 18th | +6 | — | |
| 19th | +6 | Ability Score Improvement | |
| 20th | +6 | — |
Hashira Resolve[edit]
At 1st level, you gain a powerful inner resolve, represented by the ability to recover from injuries and push through debilitating effects. As a reaction, you can spend a hit die to regain hit points equal to the roll of the hit die + your Constitution modifier. This ability refreshes after a short or long rest.
Breathing Style[edit]
At 3rd level, you choose **Explosion Breathing** as your primary style. This Breathing technique specializes in creating powerful explosive bursts that decimate anything in its path. Your mastery of Explosion Breathing grants you new techniques that will devastate your foes.
Combat Mastery[edit]
At 5th level, you gain the ability to focus on perfecting one combat technique. Choose one of the following: Precision Strike, Deflecting Strike, or Explosive Strike. This allows you to use your action to enhance a single attack in combat, with additional effects based on your chosen technique.
Explosion Breathing Techniques[edit]
As an Explosion Hashira, your techniques are focused on creating explosive power. Below are your signature abilities:
- Detonation Strike
At 3rd level, your attacks are empowered by explosive force. When you hit with a melee weapon attack, you can deal an extra 1d6 thunder damage.
- Blast Wave
At 6th level, you can unleash a shockwave of explosive force in a 10-foot cone in front of you. Creatures within the cone must make a Constitution saving throw or take 2d6 thunder damage, or half as much on a successful save. You can use this ability once per long rest.
- Explosive Eruption
At 14th level, you can release a devastating explosion centered on yourself. As an action, you can create a 15-foot radius explosion that forces all creatures within the area to make a Dexterity saving throw or take 4d6 thunder damage and be knocked prone. Creatures that succeed take half damage and are not knocked prone.
Fighting Spirit[edit]
At 10th level, you tap into the raw fury of your explosions, channeling your inner rage into a single, overpowering attack. Once per long rest, when you hit with an attack, you can deal an extra 3d6 thunder damage and cause all creatures within 10 feet of the target to make a Constitution saving throw or be deafened for 1 minute.
Demon Slayer's Final Stand[edit]
At 18th level, when you drop to 0 hit points, you can use your reaction to remain standing for 1 additional round, gaining temporary hit points equal to your Hashira level. During this round, all of your attacks deal an extra 2d6 thunder damage.
Explosion Hashira Spell List[edit]
You know all of the spells on the basic Explosion Hashira spell list and additional spells based on your subclass.
- 1st Level
Protection from Evil and Good, Cure Wounds, Shield
- 2nd Level
Misty Step, Thunderwave, Mirror Image
- 3rd Level
Fireball, Haste, Counterspell
- 4th Level
Greater Invisibility, Stoneskin, Wall of Fire
- 5th Level
Sunbeam, Teleportation Circle, Cloudkill
Multiclassing[edit]
Prerequisites. To qualify for multiclassing into the Explosion Hashira class, you must meet the following prerequisites: - Strength or Dexterity 13 - Constitution 13
Proficiencies. When you multiclass into the Explosion Hashira class, you gain the following proficiencies: - Light armor - Martial weapons - Saving throws: Strength, Constitution
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