Maybe? I'd take a Monk multiclass as early as level 2. I'm creating a new Level 1 Pathfinder character, and have decided to go with a Ranged Inquisitor. Trip is awesome but it's hard to do in Act 3. Seemed tough and decent on damage. Take two levels in Paladin (Sacred Huntsman) for the free Precise Shot Feat and +CHA to saves. Multiclass Inquisitor/Slayer. I figure if I end up tanky though, I should opt for smilodon or leopard instead? Point-Blank Shot, Skill Focus: Persuasion (Half-Elf) I like to take out an enemy that is far away, proc-ing Dreadful Carnage. Just fyi, Inquisitors only get a bonus to Intimidate and not diplomacy. 16. But Lann is an incel so- Aru is thematically pretty flexible, but my pick would be deliverer or spawn slayer. I voted rogue for archer. You can completely switch which stats are tied to each skill, make regular skills into class skills and gain extra skill points per level. At 1st level, a sacred huntsmaster forms a bond with an animal companion. Stack that with your Sneak Attack Damage and you will clean up in combat! Her sneak attack initially works only with spells that require an attack roll, like Snowball (1), Scorching Ray (2), Battering Blast (3), Hellfire Ray (6), Disintegrate (6), or Polar Ray (8). Sacred Huntsmaster. Some inquisitors create a strong bond with an animal companion, and they hunt and punish threats to the faith as an awe-inspiring duo. This ability works as the hunter class feature of the same name, using her inquisitor level as her hunter level. Slayer's Study Target, bonus feats, and sneak attack add a lot to the Inquisitor's DPS. Then you can take either fighter 4 for another feat or splash something else, like Kinetic Knight (bypass INT requirement for Combat Expertise) or monk (though not if you're non-lawful, obviously). I really like Inquisitors, in fact my first Kingmaker character was an Half-Orc Inquisitor. Imo the only animal companion's worth anything are Smilodon (highest dps) or leopard (has trip and highest dps amongst all trip having animals). Stack as many static buffs as possible. Going to play on Challenging as on Hard e_e they miss all the time. Then go PA+Cornugon Smash. Hey, Ive got a problem at level 8. Those archetypes aren't bad, but if you mainly want to focus on archery, note they make you give up Judgement, which starts off crappy but scales to become a pretty substantial buff to your attacks in a lot of fights per day. Extend Rods FTW. 12, Int. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. We've fixed Ageing and the Flying Time Undertow effect for the commander and their companions, Icy Prison spell got its name back, important keys no longer disappear, and much more. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. As far as I understood needs 15 Str to benefit from +5 composite bows. Desha allows Chaotic and has Travel domain which negates Heavy Armor movement speed penalty. Sacred Huntsmaster Tips & Builds . Aasimir and Tieflings get nice racial bonuses, too. Staggered is not a bad condition to apply as an orison either. You also have a pet that's doing stuff. 10. A sacred huntsmaster gains most of the features of an inquisitor. Sacred Huntermaster potentially unlocks another domain/deity to use, but since as an inquisitor you don't get spells from domains, animal domain is the best anyway. Likely they'll come from Daeran as there's less overlap that way. Ranged Inquisitor is very, very strong. It looks like I could go either Human or Tiefling. I noticed that every time I took one level of fighter, the game started recommending Boon Companion so I assumed that meant the companion was now a level behind. What do you guys think? ._2a172ppKObqWfRHr8eWBKV{-ms-flex-negative:0;flex-shrink:0;margin-right:8px}._39-woRduNuowN7G4JTW4I8{margin-top:12px}._136QdRzXkGKNtSQ-h1fUru{display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;margin:8px 0;width:100%}.r51dfG6q3N-4exmkjHQg_{font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.5px;line-height:12px;text-transform:uppercase;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:space-between;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center}.r51dfG6q3N-4exmkjHQg_,._2BnLYNBALzjH6p_ollJ-RF{display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex}._2BnLYNBALzjH6p_ollJ-RF{margin-left:auto}._1-25VxiIsZFVU88qFh-T8p{padding:0}._2nxyf8XcTi2UZsUInEAcPs._2nxyf8XcTi2UZsUInEAcPs{color:var(--newCommunityTheme-widgetColors-sidebarWidgetTextColor)} Note: This is ONLY to be used to report spam, advertising, and problematic (harassment, fighting, or rude) posts. [Rangers and clerics with Animal domain take a -3 level penalty to their pet, making Boon Companion a must-have.] Kitsune. 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Inquisitors get longbow + shortbow proficiency anyway (though Erastil is still a fine choice, since he gives Animal Domain). Tandem Trip is a wonderful teamwork feat. 13. Sword Saint: Chosen Weapon + two feats of choice. Hence the importance of Shatter Defenses and Dreadful Carnage. Half-Elf. I found the issue. 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FYI Persuasion is made up for 3 separate sub-skills - Intimidate, Diplomacy, Bluff - and Inquisitor only gets a bonus to Intimidate (1/2 their Inquisitor level). Race: Human, Deity: Pharasma, Domain: Repose, Pet: Bear, Feats: Martial Weapon Proficiency and Heavy Armor Proficiency, Ability Scores - STR 18 (+2 racial) DEX 10 CON 15 INT 8 WIS 16 CHA 10, Spells: Doom, Shield of Faith. Human (CN) Sacred Huntsman (Deity: Desha - Travel Domain), Str 18 / Dex 14 / Con 12 / Int 10 / Wis 15 / Cha 7. I know that by end game stats can get crazy high from gear and buffs but the character needs to be effective throughout every level. and the aura at 8th level could be useful. Accomplished Sneak Attacker (+6d6 Sneak Attack) I've done a similar build where you pick a lot of buff spells with durations of minute/level (not round/level). Hey folks, I'm starting a series of single-class builds that are viable from start-to-finish for PKM. I want to build the main character as a class with high Perception and Persuasion without using Charisma which means building an inquisitor, no? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://www.d20pfsrd.com/classes/base-classes/inquisitor/inquisitions/inquistions-paizo/conversion-inquisition. This has the same effect as Dirge of Doom (enemies are shaken, no saving throw). It's difficult to go wrong with Inquisitor. Trapfinding is brilliant to optimize the Necklace of Double Crosses, as well. When they work together as one, there are few that dare to stand in their way. I love Half-Elves not only for their extra Skill Focus feat, but they also get +2 to Perception, +2 to save vs Enchantments (looking at you, Nixie Tricksters), and sleep immunity. Why Menacing and not the Archer Route? Cleric won't get you that. Inquisitor: This class is secretly a pretty darned good . A subreddit for all things involving Pathfinder CRPG series made by Owlcat Games. While you pick them off. The original idea was to build for an Evil playthrough. Maybe dump STR to 7? 79, Section 3, New Taipei Blvd., Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, 242032 +886 2 8522 9980. ACs are so high and touch AC tends to be more manageable (although not always, IIRC some of the act 1 cobolds have 20+ touch ACs on hard). 19. Sort of an ultra orthodox ranger/hunter, focusing on Parasma's role in the "circle of life" in nature, as well as a zealous investigator of necromancy and destroyer of undead. First question, would be useful 2 level of fighter to get the Heavy Armor prof and 2 bonus talent? jasonpauldegraaf Can you please clarify? As to sacred, it makes the . It probably makes more sense for a weapon finesse build where I am committing to one weapon. Well, Trickery isnt a standard skill for a Slayer. Unfortunately there has been no indication I'm aware of that they plan to add traits or favorite class bonuses. Any reason I should go Death or something else? You can play it from start-to-finish on any difficulty level. For Pathfinder: Kingmaker - Definitive Edition on the PlayStation 4, Guide and Walkthrough by chris-williams. For stats, start with Dex 18+, Wisdom 16 and Strength 14. (Eldritch Archer) Inquisitor (Sacred Huntsmaster) 15: 2: 3: Leveling Guide; Level: Take: 6: Ranger - Manyshot : 7: . 9. Since there is so much room in this build to fiddle around with feats, you may as well take it. Sacred Huntsman 3/Mad Dog Barbarian the rest of the way. Greataxe is the most common 2handed and they have really good one. Pathfinder is a tabletop RPG based off of the 3.5 Ruleset of Dungeons and Dragons. Anyway Aasima +2 STR +2 CHA S:18 D:13 C:10 I:10 S:15: CH:16 Feats: Combat Reflex Weapon Focus Power Attack Cleave Cleaving Finish - Outflank Great Cleave Precise Strike Improved Cleaving Finish Improved Critical - Back to Back Wings Seize the . Any builds help really, just been trying stuff out seeing what I like. Necklace of Double Crosses can be assembled immediately upon getting your Kingdom at level 5 or 6. Given the unreliability of magic drops for different types, I'd think just using whatever comes around and not taking weapon focus would be best. 17. Inquisitor BuildThis build guide is aimed for beginners and for anyone else that needs their memory refreshed regarding certain mechanics. So it's up to you. Dirge of Doom automatically makes enemies shaken if theyre subject to fear effects (thats right, no save). Judgement of Justice on harder combats, followed up with Destruction when you get Second Judgement. (Determined Zeal, replaces Slayer Talent) +2 to Will Saves + Diehard feat vs most enemies. Inquisitor can also be a really good archer with bane and judgements. ._3oeM4kc-2-4z-A0RTQLg0I{display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:space-between} You can play it from start-to-finish on any difficulty level. Though, I had the same concern as you, Balderun. ._1QwShihKKlyRXyQSlqYaWW{height:16px;width:16px;vertical-align:bottom}._2X6EB3ZhEeXCh1eIVA64XM{margin-left:3px}._1jNPl3YUk6zbpLWdjaJT1r{font-size:12px;font-weight:500;line-height:16px;border-radius:2px;display:inline-block;margin-right:5px;overflow:hidden;text-overflow:ellipsis;vertical-align:text-bottom;white-space:pre;word-break:normal;padding:0 4px}._1jNPl3YUk6zbpLWdjaJT1r._39BEcWjOlYi1QGcJil6-yl{padding:0}._2hSecp_zkPm_s5ddV2htoj{font-size:12px;font-weight:500;line-height:16px;border-radius:2px;display:inline-block;margin-right:5px;overflow:hidden;text-overflow:ellipsis;vertical-align:text-bottom;white-space:pre;word-break:normal;margin-left:0;padding:0 4px}._2hSecp_zkPm_s5ddV2htoj._39BEcWjOlYi1QGcJil6-yl{padding:0}._1wzhGvvafQFOWAyA157okr{font-size:12px;font-weight:500;line-height:16px;border-radius:2px;margin-right:5px;overflow:hidden;text-overflow:ellipsis;vertical-align:text-bottom;white-space:pre;word-break:normal;box-sizing:border-box;line-height:14px;padding:0 4px}._3BPVpMSn5b1vb1yTQuqCRH,._1wzhGvvafQFOWAyA157okr{display:inline-block;height:16px}._3BPVpMSn5b1vb1yTQuqCRH{background-color:var(--newRedditTheme-body);border-radius:50%;margin-left:5px;text-align:center;width:16px}._2cvySYWkqJfynvXFOpNc5L{height:10px;width:10px}.aJrgrewN9C8x1Fusdx4hh{padding:2px 8px}._1wj6zoMi6hRP5YhJ8nXWXE{font-size:14px;padding:7px 12px}._2VqfzH0dZ9dIl3XWNxs42y{border-radius:20px}._2VqfzH0dZ9dIl3XWNxs42y:hover{opacity:.85}._2VqfzH0dZ9dIl3XWNxs42y:active{transform:scale(.95)} Human is perfect. Fiddle with the others how you like, but youll want a decent Persuasion skill for Dreadful Carnage. I personally prefer judgments, but maybe that's just me because sacred huntermaster is too similar to ranger and only really differs on minor areas and flavor. This is one of my favorite archer builds that peppers out some hefty damage and also acts as a skill monkey for the party. 11. If you think we have used your content without permission, Please go to the Abuse Page to contact us and we will be taking it seriously. ._3-SW6hQX6gXK9G4FM74obr{display:inline-block;vertical-align:text-bottom;width:16px;height:16px;font-size:16px;line-height:16px} I find the idea of more skill points appealing, but I don't -have- to be a skill monkey. (Note: the Divine Hunter looks tempting, but trades that level 11 "everyone murder stuff" ability for a level 11 "everyone can be an archer now" ability, which I think is an AWFUL trade. Rangers are not a bad choice (especially Stormwarden for the extra Archery Feats) but Rangers suffer from the fact that if they are not fighting their Favored Enemy they are just kinda mediocre. Not sure if I should go Human for the skills or Thiefling for DEX max? All trademarks are property of their respective owners in the US and other countries. That's the gist of it. This Inquisitor archetype grants an animal at first level, but delays learning Judgement until 4th level and cannot use multiple simultaneous Judgements. Your email address will not be published. These are all tasty choices for this build. Any race that can receive a bonus to DEX can be used. Cheers for going through that much effort! As for archery being feat reliant, *everything* is feat reliant in Pathfinder. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://rpgbot.net/pathfinder/characters/classes/rogue/knife_master.html. ST, Menacing: Intimidating Prowess (+2d6 Sneak Attack) The Boon Companion feat will make up for 4 non-pet levels. That was the premise. Arcane archer is very good on her too. The dex / str debate is endless. You'll have to wait till level 3 to get pet. r/Pathfinder_Kingmaker I can't deny that cRPG Bro's builds are detailed and powerful but they seem to be focused on real time, alpha-striking at the start and. ._2Gt13AX94UlLxkluAMsZqP{background-position:50%;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;position:relative;display:inline-block} So I'll just post my (nowhere near . The Marksman Hat comes in around levels 13 or so that gives you a +2 to attacks while using Deadly Aim. I prefer str, as you can get much higher str than dex. There is a masterwork weapon that lets you do damage on a combat maneuver (trip). Just to name a few reasons, legendary proportions gives 6 str IIRC and 0 dex. Great Gear Early On: Bracers of Archery (around level 6) and Death From Afar (around level 9, found in the second portion of the Tenebrous Depths) are items youll find and never unequip. Eventually, Kimo will craft you two exceptional bows (Mirrow Bow and Hunters Blessing). 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