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D&D 3.5 and Pathfinder / Re: 3.5 Druid PHB Only
« on: November 28, 2023, 09:46:39 PM »
Shapeshift variant is significantly weaker, but does exist at 1st level. If you expect the game to last, regular druid is the superior option*. What domain you want is really based on theme, they're all fine. Except Animal, which is utterly redundant for a Druid. Plant at least gets you a command plants ability, which is at least cool. I think Fire would give you the most spells that aren't native to the Druid list.
However, you may want a 13 strength anyway, because there aren't many feats you can use for wildshape in PHB other than Weapon Focus and Power Attack.
*I've played Shapeshift specifically for that handicap before. Its stronger at 1st, but weaker after 4th. For some parties its keeps the druid from feeling so munchkin.
However, you may want a 13 strength anyway, because there aren't many feats you can use for wildshape in PHB other than Weapon Focus and Power Attack.
*I've played Shapeshift specifically for that handicap before. Its stronger at 1st, but weaker after 4th. For some parties its keeps the druid from feeling so munchkin.