Scary Barbarian (4e Optimized Character Build)
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Introduction[edit]
This build is for striking fear into the heart of anyone foolish enough to cross you.
References[edit]
Adventurer's Vault, Adventurer's Vault 2, Player's Handbook, Player's Handbook 2, Player's Handbook 3, Primal Power, Numerous Dragon Magazine Publications
Game Rule Components[edit]
Items[edit]
Iron Armbands of Power, Ring of Sorrows, Screaming Hide Armor
Progression[edit]
Starting Ability Scores (Before Racial Adjustments): Str 17, Con 10, Dex 11, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 16
Race (Templates): Dragonborn
Starting Racial Traits: Draconic Heritage, Dragonborn Fury, Dragonfear
Feats:
Level 1: Intimidation of the Dragon
Level 2: Skill Training (Thievery)
Level 4: Weapon Proficiency (Fullblade)
Level 6: Versatile Expertise
Level 8: Skins of the Slain
Level 10: Weapon Focus (Heavy Blade)
Level 11: Acolyte of the Veil
Level 12: Nightmare Killer
Level 14: Nightmare Master
Level 16: Power Attack
Level 18: Toughness
Level 20: Dragon's Rejuvenation
Level 21: Bloodthirsty Visage
Paragon Path: Fear Walker
Highlights[edit]
You will want to stick with fear attacks to benefit from this build. Doing so will grant you a damage base around 30 as well as attack bonuses around 3. You will also daze any creature hit with a fear power, including Dragonfear and Roar of Triumph.
Munchkin-Size Me[edit]
With an Intimidate bonus of 45 you can scare most creatures into submission after bloodying them.
Limitations[edit]
Heaven forbid you encounter something immune to fear attacks.
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