The Compendm's Podcast

The Ranger Class – TCoE Options

Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything (TCoE) introduced some optional changes to the Ranger class that help to address some of the common complaints about the class as it’s presented in the Players Handbook. This episode talks about what options are available to you and why they might be a good choice for your character.

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The Ranger Class – Leveling up 3-20

As your ranger levels up they gain access to more options and abilities to both niche their character and broaden their skillset. This episode covers what to expect as your character rises through the ranks from levels 3-20.

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The Ranger Class – Level 2 Rangers

It usually isn’t long before your level 1 character gets to level up, and Rangers unlock access to some of their best abilities at level 2. This episode discusses covers everything you need to know about a level 2 Ranger: fighting styles and magic.

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The Ranger Class – Level 1 Rangers

This episode breaks down everything that every ranger gets to start their character with. We’ll talk about your options for armor and weapons, some suggestions on assigning your character’s ability scores, as well as a couple abilities they get to use right away.

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The Ranger Class – Intro to Rangers

Rangers fall into the category of ‘half-casters,’ since they utilize both martial tactics and magic. Unlike other classes, Rangers were not an OG D&D class back with first edition, and their introduction received a lack-luster welcome from some. In this episode Kasie and Jason talk about why there has been some resistance to this class in the past, as well as some insight as to where your ranger might have learned their trade if you’re interested in building one.

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The Barbarian Class – Full Episode

Barbarians are the tanks of any party, and wear their passions – specifically rage – on their sleeves. If you’re curious about playing a Barbarian, are getting ready to level one up in a campaign, or want to understand the class better as a DM, this episode will cover everything you need to know.

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The Barbarian Class – An Overview of Primal Path Sub-Classes

Hitting level 3 is a big milestone for every character, since they get the opportunity to select a sub-class for their character, unlocking a myriad of abilities that help to define your character, their journey, and their specific skillset.

This episode is a comprehensive overview of all the different primal paths you can choose from at level 3- those in the PHB and a few in other source materials as well.

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The Barbarian Class – Leveling Up from 2-20

It’s rare (read: not impossible) that your D&D characters stay at level 1 for long- and starting at level 2 and going up to 20 you unlock additional benefits for playing a barbarian class.

This episode discusses each level up perk so you know what to expect along the way.

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The Barbarian Class – Building a Level 1 Barbarian

So what does your barbarian get immediately at level 1, and where should you put your best and worst ability score? Contrary to common belief (and even the Player’s Handbook suggestion) Kasie and Jason don’t think that Strength is actually where it’s at.

This episode will cover suggestions on where to put your ability scores, the options you get when you play a barbarian as far as equipment you receive, proficiencies you get, and other starting factors of building your character.

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The Barbarian Class – Introduction

Barbarians are a well-known class of action hero spanning from Conan the Barbarian (as the name implies) to Grog from Critical Role. But are these buff and burly barbarians destined by build to be bumbling bonehead? Are they always the lone wolf, or can they emerge from tribes, cities, or towns?

In this Episode of The CompenDM, Kasie and Jason discuss some of the common stereotypes barbarians face, why they exist, and dive into their origin story.

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