Hey everyone,
Could you please help me with my first character for the release?
I'd like to have as many options as possible to resolve situations. Not always peacefully, though - if there is a real bastard to be punished, it is better to prevent a 'bigger evil' in the future.
So thinking about 'skill monkey' - but still relatively competent in combat.
So I'm thinking about 2 options:
1. Rogue 1 / Bard (Valor)
Starting with Rogue for skills, mostly
Str 8, Dex 14, Con 11 (I know that it is highly recommended - but I intend not to be hit), Int 12, Wisdom 14, Charisma 16
Race: wanted to go Human, but with attributes nerf for them - Wood Half-Elf for darkvision, stealth, and faster movement
Pros: lots of skills + expertise, sneak attack, freedom of choices, faster Bard progression
Cons: no heavy armor (helmets/gloves), no fighting style, no Smite
I want to use medium armor, a rapier and shield
2. Paladin 2 / Bard (Lore)
Starting with a paladin for better save throws
Race & attributes are the same
Pros: much more resilient, especially at the start. More spells, smite, fighting styles
Cons: less expertise/skills to be proficient, slower bard progression, restrictions based on Oath (as far as I read - not working as expected in many situations)
I would appreciate your advice!
Thanks
