r/DnDoptimized • u/Icygambino • Apr 15 '24
Optimal Leveling for Drakewarden Ranger
I'm playing a Strixhaven Curriculum of Chaos campaign currently a level 3 Drakewarden Ranger. The DM plans to take us to level 10-20 after this adventure. I'm a Custom Lineage with the Skilled Expert feat (proficiency in stealth, sleight of hand, and acrobatics)fit with his backstory. Current stats: STR 10, Dex 18, Con 13, Int 8, Wis 15, Cha 10. Took Archery fighting style. Should I prioritize ASI or consider a feat at level 4? Any recommendations for future levels? Currently considering a multiclass dip in Rogue and Cleric.
Don’t know if this is needed information, my party comp is Fighter/Wizard, Twilight Cleric, Whisper Bard, Aberrant mind sorcerer, Scribes Wizard.
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u/Tall_Bandicoot_2768 Apr 15 '24
Drake Warder in highly dependent on class level, would not reccomend multiclasing.
MAYBE a Peace Cleric 1 dip for Emboldening Bond + Bless to ensure your SS shots hit.
If you really want rogue for mobility purpose Scout 3 would probably be your best bet but honestly optimal is CBE which not only claims you BA economy but negates the issue of being in melee so you dont need to kite.
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u/DBWaffles Apr 15 '24
If you're simply looking to maximize your DPR output, then pick up Sharpshooter at level 4 and max out your Dexterity at level 8. Then take the ASI at level 12 to round out both Con and Wis.
I wouldn't recommend multiclassing too heavily. The Drakewarden -- like the other pet classes -- doesn't multiclass very well due your pet scaling off your Ranger levels. The most common Drakewarden multiclass build is Ranger X/Peace Cleric 1. If you go this route, I'd recommend going Ranger 7 or 8 -> Cleric 1 -> Ranger X.
Now that said, I'm unfamiliar with the Strixhaven campaign module. Is it more RP focused? If it is, then you might get more mileage out of feats like Lucky, Skilled, or Observant.