

Tools 1 – You don’t get any tool proficiencies, which is a shame as a Herbalism Kit would be very appropriate for this wild martial. Might I recommend the sling? Just kidding, unless you take the Crusher feat from (much) later in the guide. Weapons 5 – You have access to all weapons, which is as good as it gets. Medium or light armor with a shield offers a good AC, with the option to raise it higher with other features. ProficienciesĪrmor 5 – The only armor you don’t have access to is heavy, which is of no great loss to you unless you were planning a heavy weapon using build. Hit Dice 4 – The second hughes Hit Die available, this is more than adequate for melee Rangers and excellent for ranged ones. The rating scheme is:Ģ – Below average, this can apply to powerful but very niche abilitiesģ – Average to Good, you won’t go wrong with itĥ – Amazing, a must-have if there is such a thingīe sure to check our other DnD 5E class guides: Artificer guide, Barbarian guide, Fighter guide, Monk guide, Paladin guide, Rogue guide, Sorcerer guide, and Warlock guide. That said, I will still evaluate everything, hopefully to aid you weigh any choices you might be considering at a glance, helping you know what to expect and make changes accordingly, if desired. This Ranger DnD 5E guide will evaluate each option for the Ranger on a scale of 1-5 - this is a rating of the abilities’ potency and overall usefulness, primarily focusing on combat where appropriate. Whilst reading through this guide, you may find our articles on DnD terms and list of DnD books (and their common abbreviations) helpful.

In this Ranger DnD 5E guide, we’ll train you on your options as a Ranger, as well as supportive choices you can make to build your character to achieve what you want. You want to play a Ranger, so grab your bow, and let’s hike out. Now you’re ready to step into that role of protector and explorer, with a yearning to see new lands and become one with them. You’ve always been drawn to nature, with a fierce desire to protect it, and others, from the dangers lurking beyond the confines of civilization.
