Place 3: The Devious Rogue
The Rogue in third place stands out a little. With around 393 votes (11% of the total votes), this class secures a spot on the podium. Although there are Rogue subclasses that possess some magic, most mainly rely on one thing: pure stealth. Rogues are true all-rounders when it comes to not being detected – whether in combat or role-playing.
They are quick, can dodge well, and bring expertise in skills like Stealth, Lockpicking, or Persuasion. In short: They are formidable damage dealers and perfectly suited for any criminal shenanigans. Not least, the class perfectly embodies the appealing fantasy of the cunning loner who prefers to solve problems with skill and cunning rather than with brute force.
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Place 2: The (Not) Loyal Paladin
With 477 votes and 14% of the total votes, the Paladin narrowly missed out on the top spot. And we all know what Paladins are mainly chosen for: the spell Divine Smite. The spell deals extreme damage in one hit, especially when the roll of the D20 is favorable.
With heavy armor, you don’t actually need anything else to be a true bulwark that provides seemingly unbeatable protection for your companions. They are extremely resilient, can also heal and support their allies with various spells. However, they also have very few spell slots available to them each day, which is why Divine Smite must primarily be used – as the unwritten law dictates.
With their Aura of Protection, they possess one of the strongest support elements in the entire game as they provide a massive bonus to the saving throws of all nearby allies. Since their primary attribute is Charisma, they are excellent as the diplomatic face of the group in social interactions, all while not losing effectiveness in combat.
The various oaths that Paladins make to their gods and sources of their power offer clear moral guidelines and exciting role-playing approaches that allow for versatile interpretations of the classic archetype of the holy warrior.
