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June 28, 2021 10 min read
Author:Rhenn Anthony Taguiam
Meta Description:Multiclassing leads to more complex characters in Dungeons & Dragons 5e, and this guide will help you maximize your multiclass opportunities in D&D 5e.
Characters in video games usually have to be “confined” to a particular class. However, TTRPGs like Dungeons & Dragons 5egive players the opportunity to go all out with their builds. In fact, aside from sticking to one class, the game allows players to Multiclassinto other classes. Do you want your Conjuration Wizard to be a Champion Fighter? D&D 5ehas got you covered!
If you’ve ever read the 5e Player’s Handbook section on the Multiclass feature, we can’t blame you for being a bit overwhelmed. Despite being “cool,” Multiclassing demands a bit of math for players who want to give their characters multiple specializations. This quick give will give you a rundown on everything you have to remember when multiclassing.
Multiclassing can be such an awesome way to further personalize your character, as they can finally do things they wouldn’t normally do as a member of their primary class. If you want to pursue Multiclassing your character, here’s a quick look at your Multiclass options:
Many people choose to Multiclass to give their characters more combat and utility options, mostly in the form of spells. Unfortunately for players, this is also where things get a bit overwhelming… at a glance. Spellcasting in Multiclass is actually an easy concept to grasp. You need to remember some points first:
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If you decide to Multiclass in D&D 5e, you should remember that some things in your character sheet won’t be based on your original class’s setup anymore. Here are things you need to take note when dipping into other classes:
While Multiclassing sounds like an awesome idea on paper, the idea of dipping into classes might not make immediate sense in the campaign. For instance, a Paladin will usually have enough stamina to dip into a few Sorcerer levels, but it’s not always something that “makes sense” given the story. How can a Paladin faithful to Bahamut suddenly gain access to Shadow Magic?
Players and DMs worried about the story implications of their Multiclass should consider the following options:
And that caps our quick guide to multiclassing in D&D 5e! You now have a basic overview of all the things you need to consider when dipping into other classes. Remember, you have to make sure you meet the Ability Score requirements as dictated by your chosen Multiclass before you can enjoy its benefits. Moreover, you have to be careful with how many levels you want to dip in for you to fully maximize your Multiclass option.
What’s your favorite Multiclass build? Do share it with us in the comments! We’d also love to hear your personal Multiclassing tips!