The Time Bomb: Ranger/Adroit Explorer/Eternal Seeker
This build uses the following sources:AP - Arcane Power
AV - Adventurer's Vault
AV 2 - Adventurer's Vault 2
D XXX - Dragon Magazine, issue XXX
DSCS - Dark Sun Campaign Setting
FRPG - Forgotten Realms Player's Guide
HotFL - Heroes of the Fallen Lands
MOTP - Manual of the Planes
MP - Martial Power
MP 2 - Martial Power 2
PHB - Player's Handbook
PHB 2 - Player's Handbook 2
PHB 3 - Player's Handbook 3
PsP - Psionic Power
Level 1 Snapshot
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Race: Human (PHB)
Class: Ranger (PHB)
Bonus Feature: Prime Shot (PHB)
Fighting Style: Two-Blade Style (PHB)
Background: Auspicious Birth (D 366)
Theme: Noble Adept (DSCS)
Ability Scores, with racial adjustments:
Strength 20 (+5)
Constitution 13 (+1)
Dexterity 13 (+1)
Intelligence 10 (+0)
Wisdom 10 (+0)
Charisma 8 (-1)
HP: 37 --> 12 base, +20 Strength, +5 Toughness
Bloodied: 18 HP or less
Healing Surges: 7 --> 6 base, +1 Constitution
Healing Surge Value: 9 HP
AC: 17 --> 10 base, +7 armor
Fortitude: 17 --> 10 base, +5 ability (Strength), +1 class, +1 racial
Reflex: 13 --> 10 base, +1 ability (Dexterity), +1 class, +1 racial
Will: 11 --> 10 base, +0 ability (Wisdom), +1 racial
Initiative: +1 --> +1 ability (Dexterity)
Speed: 5 --> 6 base, -1 armor
Racial Powers:
Heroic Effort (HotFL)
Theme Powers:
Adept's Insight (DSCS)
At-Will Attack Powers:
L1 - Careful Attack (PHB)
L1 - Twin Strike (PHB)
Encounter Attack Powers:
L1 - Off-Hand Strike (MP)
Daily Attack Powers:
L1 - Jaws of the Wolf (PHB)
Skills:
Athletics (+10) --> +5 ability (Strength), +5 trained
Dungeoneering (+5) --> +0 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained
Endurance (+6) --> +1 ability (Constitution), +5 trained
Heal (+5) --> +0 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained
Nature (+5) --> +0 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained
Perception (+5) --> +0 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained
Feats:
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Chainmail) (PHB)
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Scale) (Human Bonus Feat) (PHB)
L1 - Toughness (Ranger Bonus Feat) (PHB)
Gear (Expected GP = 100):
Broadsword (2) (AV) (20 gp each, 40 gp total)
Scale armor (PHB) (45 gp)
Standard adventurer's kit (PHB) (15 gp)
0 gp
Discussion:
The initial ability score distribution is important for the Time Bomb. Strength gets the majority of the build points (16 out of 22, for a 18 before racial modifiers) because most of the attack rolls this character will make are modified by that ability. Constitution and Dexterity follow (3 out of 22 each, for a 13 before racial modifiers) because of different reasons: Dexterity is important for feat qualification and for well-roundedness on the defensive side of the ball. Constitution is important because of feat qualification purposes, as well as making this build a bit tougher. While Wisdom received 0 points here, it will be a target of your ability score boosts as you level up. Intelligence and Charisma aren't used for much in this build, so the remaining 10 and 8 can go in either.
Early in the Time Bomb's career, we want to establish two things: damage (accomplished by having Broadswords over Longswords), and defense (by grabbing Scale armor to make up for the lower Dexterity score). The skills were taken based on synergy with the character’s primary ability scores and racial bonuses.
As far as powers go, the at-will power Twin Strike is a no-brainer for a damage-based character, and Careful Attack provides some extra accuracy to hit those high-AC opponents. Off-Hand Strike also helps to pile on the damage by providing an extra attack once per encounter. Jaws of the Wolf is an absolutely brutal Daily power; it likely packs enough punch to finish a standard opponent of your level in one fell swoop, and will be doing so for the first half of Heroic Tier.
Level 2
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Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Feat: Weapon Proficiency (Bastard Sword) (PHB)
New Utility Power: Invigorating Stride (MP 2)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 1,920):
L2 (520 gp): +1 Dwarven Scale Armor (PHB)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Magic Bastard Sword (PHB)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Magic Bastard Sword (PHB)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
TOTAL: 1,600 gp
Discussion:
Plenty of stuff occurs at this level. You pick up Bastard Swords, a neat action economy power in Invigorating Stride, and you get some magic items as well. You may not be able to cherry-pick your stuff at this point, but the Dwarven Armor is cheap and will serve you well.
Level 3
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Encounter Attack Power: Ruffling Sting (MP)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 2,560):
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L2 (520 gp): +1 Dwarven Scale Armor (PHB)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
TOTAL: 2,560 gp
Discussion:
At this level, the Battlecrazed weapon property packs on some extra damage on your attacks when you're Bloodied, and Ruffling Sting gives you some more nova firepower.
Level 4
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Changes:
+6 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
Ability Score Boosts: +1 Strength (21), +1 Wisdom (11)
New Feat: Weapon Focus (Heavy Blades) (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 3,200):
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L2 (520 gp): +1 Dwarven Scale Armor (PHB)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
TOTAL: 2,560 gp
Discussion:
At this level, Weapon Focus gives you some more punch, and you'll invest in your Strength and Wisdom ability scores. Save your gold; you'll get something nice next level.
Level 5
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Daily Attack Power: Frenzied Skirmish (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 4,480):
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L2 (520 gp): +1 Dwarven Scale Armor (PHB)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
TOTAL: 4,360 gp
Discussion:
At this level, the Iron Armbands of Power put some extra steam on all your attacks, and the Frenzied Skirmish power gives you some good approaching ability with a side of status effects.
Level 6
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Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Feat: Heavy Blade Expertise (HotFL)
New Utility Power: Death Threat (D 377)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 6,400):
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L2 (520 gp): +1 Dwarven Scale Armor (PHB)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
TOTAL: 5,200 gp
Discussion:
At this level, Death Threat provides some action advantage when you drop a foe, the Casque of Tactics gives you a nice bump to initiative, and the Heavy Blad Expertise feat hands out a welcome bonus to hit as well.
Level 7
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Encounter Attack Power: Lashing Leaves (D 377)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 9,600):
L7 (2,600 gp): +2 Dwarven Drakescale Armor (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L1 (360 gp): +1 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
TOTAL: 7,280 gp
Discussion:
At this level, Lashing Leaves gives you some extra nova punch, and your armor upgrade will help you stay safe as well.
Level 8
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Changes:
+6 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
Ability Score Boosts: +1 Strength (22), +1 Wisdom (12)
New Feat: Two-Weapon Fighting (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 12,800):
L7 (2,600 gp): +2 Dwarven Drakescale Armor (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): +2 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): +1 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
TOTAL: 8,720 gp
Discussion:
At this level, you upgrade your Strength and Wisdom scores (and this time, the modifier goes up), and you upgrade your Neck Slot item as well.
Level 9
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Daily Attack Power: Attacks on the Run (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 16,000):
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L7 (2,600 gp): +2 Dwarven Drakescale Armor (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): +2 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
TOTAL: 15,440 gp
Discussion:
At this level, Attacks on the Run provides high-quality punch, and your main weapons get upgraded as well.
Level 10
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Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Feat: Two-Weapon Defense (PHB)
New Utility Power: Resume the Hunt (MP 2)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 22,400):
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L7 (2,600 gp): +2 Dwarven Drakescale Armor (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): +2 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 20,320 gp
Discussion:
At this level, Resume the Hunt is a great way to re-establish yourself after a kill, and the Boots of Eagerness will get you some extra mobility when you need it. Additionally, the Ruby Scabbards will give you a small extra damage bump as well. Last but not least, the Blood Fury Long Knife gives you a way to switch your Bloodied status on for a turn.
Level 11 Snapshot
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Race: Human (PHB)
Class: Ranger (PHB)
Bonus Feature: Prime Shot (PHB)
Fighting Style: Two-Blade Style (PHB)
Paragon Path: Adroit Explorer (PHB 2)
Background: Auspicious Birth (D 366)
Theme: Noble Adept (DSCS)
Ability Scores, with racial adjustments:
Strength 23 (+6)
Constitution 14 (+2)
Dexterity 14 (+2)
Intelligence 11 (+0)
Wisdom 13 (+1)
Charisma 9 (-1)
HP: 95 --> 12 base, +23 Strength, +50 levels, +10 Toughness
Bloodied: 47 HP or less
Healing Surges: 8 --> 6 base, +2 Constitution
Healing Surge Value: 23 HP
AC: 26 --> 10 base, +8 armor, +5 levels, +2 enhancement, +1 shield
Fortitude: 25 --> 10 base, +6 ability (Strength), +5 levels, +2 enhancement, +1 class, +1 racial
Reflex: 22 --> 10 base, +2 ability (Dexterity), +5 levels, +2 enhancement, +1 class, +1 racial, +1 shield
Will: 19 --> 10 base, +1 ability (Wisdom), +5 levels, +2 enhancement, +1 racial
Initiative: +8 --> +2 ability (Dexterity), +5 levels, +1 item
Speed: 5 --> 6 base, -1 armor
Racial Powers:
Heroic Effort (HotFL)
Theme Powers:
Adept's Insight (DSCS)
At-Will Attack Powers:
L1 - Careful Attack (PHB)
L1 - Twin Strike (PHB)
Encounter Attack Powers:
L1 - Off-Hand Strike (MP)
L3 - Ruffling Sting (MP)
L7 - Lashing Leaves (D 377)
L11 - Ruffling Sting (MP)
Daily Attack Powers:
L1 - Jaws of the Wolf (PHB)
L5 - Frenzied Skirmish (PHB)
L9 - Attacks on the Run (PHB)
Utility Powers:
L2 - Invigorating Stride (MP 2)
L6 - Death Threat (D 377)
L10 - Resume the Hunt (MP 2)
Skills:
Athletics (+16) --> +6 ability (Strength), +5 trained, +5 levels
Dungeoneering (+11) --> +1 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +5 levels
Endurance (+14) --> +2 ability (Constitution), +5 trained, +5 levels, +2 item
Heal (+11) --> +1 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +5 levels
Nature (+11) --> +1 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +5 levels
Perception (+11) --> +1 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +5 levels
Feats:
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Chainmail) (PHB)
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Scale) (Human Bonus Feat) (PHB)
L1 - Toughness (Ranger Bonus Feat) (PHB)
L2 - Weapon Proficiency (Bastard Sword) (PHB)
L4 - Weapon Focus (Heavy Blades) (PHB)
L6 - Heavy Blade Expertise (HotFL)
L8 - Two-Weapon Fighting (PHB)
L10 - Two-Weapon Defense (PHB)
L11 - Prime Punisher (D 373)
Changes:
+6 HP
Ability Score Boosts: +1 Strength (23), +1 Constitution (14), +1 Dexterity (14), +1 Intelligence (11), +1 Wisdom (13), +1 Charisma (9)
New Encounter Attack Power: Ruffling Sting (MP)
New Feat: Prime Punisher (D 373)
New Paragon Path: Adroit Explorer (PHB 2)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 32,000):
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L7 (2,600 gp): +2 Dwarven Drakescale Armor (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): +2 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 26,520 gp
Discussion:
Plenty of changes occur here. The Adroit Explorer Paragon Path gives you another minor action attack, as well as some sweet resistance when you burn an AP. The Prime Punisher feat begins the Ranger's transformation into a 1-on-1 combatant, and the Strikebacks and the Backlash Tattoo gives you a vicious reprisal shot when you get hit or Bloodied, respectively.
Level 12
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Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Feat: Called Shot (D 368)
New Utility Power: Destined for Greatness (PHB 2)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 48,000):
L12 (13,000 gp): +3 Dwarven Wyvernscale Armor (PHB)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L6 (1,800 gp): +2 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 45,920 gp
Discussion:
At this level, the Called Shot feat will give you a massive damage bonus against an isolated opponent, and Destined for Greatness gives you a nice recovery ability. You round this level out by upgrading your armor and picking up a strong item in the Dice of Auspicious Fortune.
Level 13
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Encounter Attack Power: Off-Hand Diversion (MP) (replaces Off-Hand Strike)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 64,000):
L12 (13,000 gp): +3 Dwarven Wyvernscale Armor (PHB)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): +2 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L6 (1,800 gp): +2 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 45,920 gp
Discussion:
At this level, you make your first power-swap, which nets you a nice power in Off-Hand Diversion. Apart from that, this level is quiet: what comes ahead is more appealing than what you can grab now.
Level 14
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Changes:
+6 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
Ability Score Boosts: +1 Strength (24), +1 Dexterity (15)
New Feat: Armor Specialization (Scale) (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 80,000):
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L12 (13,000 gp): +3 Dwarven Wyvernscale Armor (PHB)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L6 (1,800 gp): +2 Amulet of Protection (PHB)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 79,520 gp
Discussion:
This level features a boost to your ability scores, a defensive upgrade thanks to Armor Specialization (Scale), and a welcome weapons upgrade.
Level 15
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Daily Attack Power: Blade Cascade (PHB) (replaces Jaws of the Wolf)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 112,000):
L15 (25,000 gp): +3 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L12 (13,000 gp): +3 Dwarven Wyvernscale Armor (PHB)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L6 (1,800 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 102,720 gp
Discussion:
Your first level of Daily power-swaps drops the mighty Blade Cascade into your lap, and you finally have the gold needed to upgrade from the plain ol' Amulet of Protection into the much more awesome Torc of Power Preservation.
Level 16
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Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Feat: Two-Weapon Opening (PHB 2)
New Utility Power: Ranger's Parry (MP 2)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 160,000):
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): +3 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L12 (13,000 gp): +3 Dwarven Wyvernscale Armor (PHB)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L4 (840 gp): Casque of Tactics (Heroic Tier) (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 145,920 gp
Discussion:
At this level, Two-Weapon rewards a critical hit with an additional attack, Ranger's Parry provides you with a quality defensive utility, and the Iron Armbands of Power put some more thump behind your attacks.
Level 17
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Encounter Attack Power: Untamed Outburst (MP) (replaces Lashing Leaves)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 240,000):
L17 (65,000 gp): +4 Dwarven Wyrmscale Armor (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): +3 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 218,080 gp
Discussion:
Untamed Outburst is a worthy replacement for Lashing Leaves, and an armor upgrade and some more initiative aren't all bad, either.
Level 18
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Changes:
+6 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
Ability Score Boosts: +1 Strength (25), +1 Dexterity (16)
New Feat: Improved Defenses (HotFL)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 320,000):
L17 (65,000 gp): +4 Dwarven Wyrmscale Armor (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): +3 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): +3 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 231,080 gp
Discussion:
This level features some more ability score bonuses, some attention to your non-AC defenses in Improved Defenses, and a small reliability-boosting item in the Stone of Earth.
Level 19
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Daily Attack Power: Cruel Cage of Steel (PHB) (replaces Frenzied Skirmish)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 400,000):
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L17 (65,000 gp): +4 Dwarven Wyrmscale Armor (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): +3 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L5 (1,000 gp): Ruby Scabbard (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 399,080 gp
Discussion:
This level features one heck of a mean power in Cruel Cage of Steel, as well as a weapons upgrade.
Level 20
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Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Daily Attack Power: Bloodied Greatness (PHB 2)
New Feat: Power Attack (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 560,000):
L20 (125,000 gp): +4 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L17 (65,000 gp): +4 Dwarven Wyrmscale Armor (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L10 (5,000 gp): Strikebacks (AV)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 547,080 gp
Discussion:
At this level, the Adroit Explorer leaves behind a parting gift in Bloodied Greatness, and it's a good one. Also, your Neck slot item and scabbards are upgraded here.
Level 21 Snapshot
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Race: Human (PHB)
Class: Ranger (PHB)
Bonus Feature: Prime Shot (PHB)
Fighting Style: Two-Blade Style (PHB)
Paragon Path: Adroit Explorer (PHB 2)
Epic Destiny: Eternal Seeker (PHB)
Background: Auspicious Birth (D 366)
Theme: Noble Adept (DSCS)
Ability Scores, with racial adjustments:
Strength 26 (+8)
Constitution 15 (+2)
Dexterity 17 (+3)
Intelligence 12 (+1)
Wisdom 14 (+2)
Charisma 10 (+0)
HP: 153 --> 12 base, +26 Strength, +100 levels, +15 Toughness
Bloodied: 76 HP or less
Healing Surges: 8 --> 6 base, +2 Constitution
Healing Surge Value: 38 HP
AC: 36 --> 10 base, +10 armor, +10 levels, +4 enhancement, +1 feat, +1 shield
Fortitude: 37 --> 10 base, +8 ability (Strength), +10 levels, +4 enhancement, +3 feat, +1 class, +1 racial
Reflex: 33 --> 10 base, +3 ability (Dexterity), +10 levels, +4 enhancement, +3 feat, +1 class, +1 racial, +1 shield
Will: 30 --> 10 base, +2 ability (Wisdom), +10 levels, +4 enhancement, +3 feat, +1 racial
Initiative: +15 --> +3 ability (Dexterity), +10 levels, +2 item
Speed: 6 --> 6 base
Racial Powers:
Heroic Effort (HotFL)
Theme Powers:
Adept's Insight (DSCS)
At-Will Attack Powers:
L1 - Careful Attack (PHB)
L1 - Twin Strike (PHB)
Encounter Attack Powers:
L3 - Ruffling Sting (MP)
L13 - Off-Hand Diversion (MP)
L17 - Untamed Outburst (MP)
L21 - Off-Hand Diversion (MP)
Daily Attack Powers:
L9 - Attacks on the Run (PHB)
L15 - Blade Cascade (PHB)
L19 - Cruel Cage of Steel (PHB)
L20 - Bloodied Greatness (PHB 2)
Utility Powers:
L2 - Invigorating Stride (MP 2)
L6 - Death Threat (D 377)
L10 - Resume the Hunt (MP 2)
L12 - Destined for Greatness (PHB 2)
L16 - Ranger's Parry (MP 2)
Skills:
Athletics (+23) --> +8 ability (Strength), +5 trained, +10 levels
Dungeoneering (+17) --> +2 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +10 levels
Endurance (+21) --> +2 ability (Constitution), +5 trained, +10 levels, +4 item
Heal (+17) --> +2 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +10 levels
Nature (+17) --> +2 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +10 levels
Perception (+17) --> +2 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +10 levels
Feats:
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Chainmail) (PHB)
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Scale) (PHB)
L1 - Toughness (Ranger Bonus Feat) (PHB)
L2 - Weapon Proficiency (Bastard Sword) (PHB)
L4 - Weapon Focus (Heavy Blades) (PHB)
L6 - Heavy Blade Expertise (HotFL)
L8 - Two-Weapon Fighting (PHB)
L10 - Two-Weapon Defense (PHB)
L11 - Prime Punisher (D 373)
L12 - Called Shot (D 368)
L14 - Armor Specialization (Scale) (PHB)
L16 - Two-Weapon Opening (PHB 2)
L18 - Improved Defenses (HotFL)
L20 - Power Attack (PHB)
L21 - Rending Tempest (MP)
Changes:
+6 HP
Ability Score Bonuses: +1 Strength (26), +1 Constitution (15), +1 Dexterity (17), +1 Intelligence (12), +1 Wisdom (14), +1 Charisma (10)
New Encounter Attack Power: Off-Hand Diversion (MP) (replaces Ruffling Sting)
New Epic Destiny: Eternal Seeker (PHB)
New Feat: Heavy Blade Mastery (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 800,000):
L20 (125,000 gp): +4 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L17 (65,000 gp): +4 Dwarven Wyrmscale Armor (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 672,080 gp
Discussion:
Another bringer of major upheaval, this level brings the freeform power selection that is the Eternal Seeker, as well as an upgrade for the power granted by your Paragon Path, an insane nova boost in the form of Rending Tempest and some more reliable damage dice, thanks to the Gauntlets of Destruction. Last but not least, the Ring of Giants and the War Ring add some extra thump to your criticals.
Level 22
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Feat: Heavy Blade Mastery (PHB)
New Utility Power: Adamant Recovery (MP)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 1,200,000):
L22 (325,000 gp): +5 Dwarven Nagascale Armor (PHB)
L20 (125,000 gp): +4 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 932,080 gp
Discussion:
At this level, Adamant Recovery gives you an emergency button in case you get dropped, Heavy Blade Mastery gets you a better crit rate, and an armor upgrade is also very welcome.
Level 23
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Encounter Attack Power: Nonchalant Collapse (MP) (replaces Ruffling Sting)
New Feat: Headsman's Chop (PHB 3) (replaces Power Attack)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 1,600,000):
L22 (325,000 gp): +5 Dwarven Nagascale Armor (PHB)
L20 (125,000 gp): +4 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L19 (105,000 gp): +4 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 932,080 gp
Discussion:
This level allows us to pick up a premium nova minor action power in Nonchalant Collapse, which in turn gives us a reliable source of inflicting the prone status condition during a nova (which we will take advantage of by taking Headsman's Chop instead of Power Attack). This is a quiet level on the item front, though.
Level 24
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Changes:
+6 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
Ability Score Boosts: +1 Strength (27), +1 Wisdom (15)
New Feat: Martial Mastery (MP)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 2,100,000):
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L22 (325,000 gp): +5 Dwarven Nagascale Armor (PHB)
L20 (125,000 gp): +4 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 1,772,080 gp
Discussion:
A very eventful level for your offense, this level combines a weapons upgrade with Martial Mastery's power recovery tricks.
Level 25
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Daily Attack Power: Circling Cascade (MP 2) (replaces Attacks on the Run)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 2,800,000):
L25 (625,000 gp): +5 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L22 (325,000 gp): +5 Dwarven Nagascale Armor (PHB)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 2,272,080 gp
Discussion:
At this level, you pick up another triple-slashing Daily in Circling Cascade. Additionally, you upgrade your Neck slot item.
Level 26
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Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Feat: Prime Quarry (MP)
New Utility Power: Rune of the Hero's Resolve (PHB 3)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 4,000,000):
L26 (1,125,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Epic Tier) (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): +5 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): Belt of Titan Strength (PHB)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L23 (425,000 gp): Eye of Awareness (AV)
L22 (325,000 gp): +5 Dwarven Nagascale Armor (PHB)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L14 (21,000 gp): Casque of Tactics (Paragon Tier) (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 3,977,080 gp
Discussion:
This level gets you a brand new nova toy in the awesome Rune of the Hero's Resolve, as well as some extra accuracy in Prime Quarry, and more damage with better Iron Armbands of Power plus the Belt of Titan Strength.
Level 27
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Encounter Attack Power: Hurricane of Blades (PHB 2) (replaces Untamed Outburst)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 6,000,000):
L27 (1,625,000 gp): +6 Dwarven Elderscale Armor (PHB)
L26 (1,125,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Epic Tier) (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): +5 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): Belt of Titan Strength (PHB)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L23 (425,000 gp): Eye of Awareness (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L9 (4,200 gp): Boots of Eagerness (AV)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 5,681,080 gp
Discussion:
This level marks the addition of Hurricane of Blades' huge nova power to your arsenal, as well as your final armor upgrade and a sweet Head slot item in the Eye of Awareness.
Level 28
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Changes:
+6 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
Ability Score Boosts: +1 Strength (28), +1 Wisdom (16)
New Feat: Quick Draw (PHB)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 8,000,000):
L27 (1,625,000 gp): +6 Dwarven Elderscale Armor (PHB)
L26 (1,125,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Epic Tier) (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): +5 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): Belt of Titan Strength (PHB)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L24 (525,000 gp): +5 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L23 (425,000 gp): Eye of Awareness (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Planestrider Boots (MOTP)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 5,761,880 gp
Discussion:
You get your last ability score buffs here, the Quick Draw feat to get a small initiative bump (plus help with the item-shuffling you'll soon be doing), and some more mobility when approaching a target thanks to the Planestrider Boots.
Level 29
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Changes:
+5 HP
New Daily Attack Power: Ultimate Confrontation (MP 2) (replaces Circling Cascade)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 10,000,000):
L29 (2,625,000 gp): +6 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L29 (2,625,000 gp): +6 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L27 (1,625,000 gp): +6 Dwarven Elderscale Armor (PHB)
L26 (1,125,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Epic Tier) (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): +5 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): Belt of Titan Strength (PHB)
L23 (425,000 gp): Eye of Awareness (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Planestrider Boots (MOTP)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV 2)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 9,961,880 gp
Discussion:
At this level, you get your big-boy nova power in Ultimate Confrontation, as well as your last weapons upgrade. Only one more to go...
Level 30 Snapshot
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Race: Human (PHB)
Class: Ranger (PHB)
Bonus Feature: Prime Shot (PHB)
Fighting Style: Two-Blade Style (PHB)
Multiclass: Monk (PHB 3)
Paragon Path: Adroit Explorer (PHB 2)
Epic Destiny: Eternal Seeker (PHB)
Seeking Destiny: Bountiful Seconds (PsP)
Background: Auspicious Birth (D 366)
Theme: Noble Adept (DSCS)
Ability Scores, with racial adjustments:
Strength 28 (+9)
Constitution 15 (+2)
Dexterity 17 (+3)
Intelligence 12 (+1)
Wisdom 16 (+3)
Charisma 10 (+0)
HP: 200 --> 12 base, +28 Strength, +145 levels, +15 Toughness
Bloodied: 100 HP or less
Healing Surges: 8 --> 6 base, +2 Constitution
Healing Surge Value: 50 HP
AC: 46 --> 10 base, +13 armor, +15 levels, +6 enhancement, +1 feat, +1 shield
Fortitude: 45 --> 10 base, +9 ability (Strength), +15 levels, +6 enhancement, +3 feat, +1 class, +1 racial
Reflex: 40 --> 10 base, +3 ability (Dexterity), +15 levels, +6 enhancement, +3 feat, +1 class, +1 racial, +1 shield
Will: 40 --> 10 base, +3 ability (Wisdom), +15 levels, +6 enhancement, +3 feat, +2 item, +1 racial
Initiative: +25 --> +3 ability (Dexterity), +15 levels, +5 item, +2 feat
Speed: 6 --> 6 base
Racial Powers:
Heroic Effort (HotFL)
Theme Powers:
Adept's Insight (DSCS)
At-Will Attack Powers:
L1 - Careful Attack (PHB)
L1 - Twin Strike (PHB)
Encounter Attack Powers:
L13 - Off-Hand Diversion (MP)
L21 - Off-Hand Diversion (MP)
L23 - Nonchalant Collapse (MP)
L27 - Hurricane of Blades (PHB 2)
Daily Attack Powers:
L15 - Blade Cascade (PHB)
L19 - Cruel Cage of Steel (PHB)
L20 - Bloodied Greatness (PHB 2)
L29 - Ultimate Confrontation (MP 2)
Utility Powers:
L2 - Invigorating Stride (MP 2)
L6 - Death Threat (D 377)
L10 - Resume the Hunt (MP 2)
L12 - Destined for Greatness (PHB 2)
L16 - Ranger's Parry (MP 2)
L22 - Adamant Recovery (MP)
L26 - Rune of the Hero's Resolve (PHB 3)
Skills:
Athletics (+32) --> +9 ability (Strength), +5 trained, +15 levels, +3 item
Dungeoneering (+23) --> +3 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +15 levels
Endurance (+28) --> +2 ability (Constitution), +5 trained, +15 levels, +6 item
Heal (+23) --> +3 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +15 levels
Insight (+23) --> +3 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +15 levels
Nature (+23) --> +3 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +15 levels
Perception (+23) --> +3 ability (Wisdom), +5 trained, +15 levels
Feats:
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Chainmail) (PHB)
L1 - Armor Proficiency (Scale) (PHB)
L1 - Toughness (Ranger Bonus Feat) (PHB)
L2 - Weapon Proficiency (Bastard Sword) (PHB)
L4 - Weapon Focus (Heavy Blades) (PHB)
L6 - Heavy Blade Expertise (HotFL)
L8 - Two-Weapon Fighting (PHB)
L10 - Two-Weapon Defense (PHB)
L11 - Prime Punisher (D 373)
L12 - Called Shot (D 368)
L14 - Armor Specialization (Scale) (PHB)
L16 - Two-Weapon Opening (PHB 2)
L18 - Improved Defenses (HotFL)
L21 - Rending Tempest (MP)
L22 - Heavy Blade Mastery (PHB)
L23 - Headsman's Chop (PHB 3)
L24 - Martial Mastery (MP)
L26 - Prime Quarry (MP)
L28 - Quick Draw (PHB)
L30 - Monastic Disciple (Insight) (PHB 3)
Changes:
+5 HP
+1 to attacks, defenses, and checks
New Feat: Monastic Disciple (Insight) (PHB 3)
Magic Items (Expected GP = 14,625,000):
L30 (3,125,000 gp): +6 Torc of Power Preservation (AV)
L29 (2,625,000 gp): +6 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L29 (2,625,000 gp): +6 Battlecrazed Bastard Sword (AV)
L28 (2,125,000 gp): Charm of Abundant Action (AV)
L27 (1,625,000 gp): +6 Dwarven Elderscale Armor (PHB)
L26 (1,125,000 gp): Iron Armbands of Power (Epic Tier) (AV)
L25 (625,000 gp): Belt of Titan Strength (PHB)
L23 (425,000 gp): Eye of Awareness (AV)
L18 (85,000 gp): Planestrider Boots (MOTP)
L18 (85,000 gp): Gauntlets of Destruction (PHB)
L16 (45,000 gp): War Ring (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L15 (25,000 gp): Sapphire Scabbard (AV)
L13 (17,000 gp): Ring of Giants (D 378)
L12 (13,000 gp): Stone of Earth (AV)
L11 (9,000 gp): Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)
L9 (4,200 gp): Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)
L3 (680 gp): +1 Blood Fury Drow Long Knife (AV 2)
TOTAL: 14,608,880 gp
Discussion:
Well, this is the end - a go-blow-up-a-god sort of power trip. All your items are purchased, upgraded, and ready to go. Enjoy your summit of power; you've earned it.
Build Goal and Tactics
The goal of this build is to be a burst damage specialist, which means put out big damage on a moment's notice. To do that, this build prizes powers that can produce multiple attacks per standard action, or powers that let you attack outside your standard action altogether. This build also focuses on getting extra actions, in order to pull all these attack stunts off.
This build's tactics differ little f
