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= Alexios Niketas - Player Guide =

'''Alexios''' is a '''Level 7 Variant Human Paladin''' (Oath of Vengeance) with the Soldier background. Alexios is devoted to Athena.

== Overview ==

'''Role in the Party:''' Front-Line Tank, Burst Damage Dealer, Support Healer

'''Core Strengths:'''
* Highest AC in party (AC 22) - incredibly hard to hit
* Devastating burst damage with Divine Smite
* Aura of Protection provides +3 bonus to all saves for nearby allies
* Can heal allies with Lay on Hands (35 HP pool)
* Mix of defensive tanking and offensive power
* Excellent saving throws across the board

'''Core Stats:'''
* '''AC:''' 22 (Heavy Armor + Shield + Fighting Style)
* '''HP:''' 74 (Max) - Second highest in party
* '''Speed:''' 30 ft
* '''Initiative:''' +2
* '''Proficiency Bonus:''' +3

'''Ability Scores:'''
* STR 20 (+5) | DEX 14 (+2) | CON 18 (+4)
* INT 9 (-1) | WIS 11 (+0) | CHA 16 (+3)

'''Saving Throws:'''
* Strength: +8
* Dexterity: +5 (+3 from Aura)
* Constitution: +7
* Intelligence: +2 (+3 from Aura)
* Wisdom: +3 (+3 from Aura)
* Charisma: +6 (+3 from Aura)

'''Note:''' All saves include +3 bonus from your own Aura of Protection

== COMBAT - What Can I Do On My Turn? ==

=== Weapon Attacks ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Weapon !! Attack Bonus !! Damage (Avg) !! Damage Roll !! Damage Type !! Range !! Properties !! Notes
|-
| '''Battleaxe, +1''' || +9 || 12 || 1d8+6 slashing || Slashing || Melee || Versatile (1d10), Topple || Can use 2-handed for 1d10+6
|-
| '''Battleaxe, +1 (2-handed)''' || +9 || 13 || 1d10+6 slashing || Slashing || Melee || Versatile, Topple || No shield when 2-handing
|-
| '''Greataxe, +1''' || +9 || 13 || 1d12+6 slashing || Slashing || Melee || Heavy, Two-Handed, Cleave || Best for crits, no shield
|-
| '''Lance, +1''' || +9 || 12 || 1d10+6 piercing || Piercing || 10 ft || Reach, Topple, Heavy, Two-Handed || Requires mount or 2 hands
|-
| '''Corpse Slayer Spear''' || +8 || 11 || 1d6+5 piercing || Piercing || 20/60 ft || Thrown, Versatile, Sap || Ranged option
|-
| '''Glimmering Moonbow''' || +5 || 7 + 11 radiant || 1d8+2 + 3d6 radiant || Piercing/Radiant || 150/600 ft || Uses charges, Slow || 1 charge per shot
|-
| '''Adamantine Dagger''' || +8 || 9 || 1d4+5 piercing || Piercing || 20/60 ft || Finesse, Light, Thrown, Nick || Bypass resistance
|}

=== Divine Smite (Your Nova Ability) ===

'''When to Use:''' You hit with a melee weapon attack and want extra damage

'''How it Works:''' After you hit, spend a spell slot to add radiant damage (never wasted on misses!)

{| class="wikitable"
! Spell Slot Level !! Smite Damage (Normal) !! Smite Damage (vs Undead/Fiends) !! Avg Damage !! Avg vs Undead/Fiends
|-
| '''1st-level''' || 2d8 radiant || 3d8 radiant || 9 || 14
|-
| '''2nd-level''' || 3d8 radiant || 4d8 radiant || 14 || 18
|}

'''Critical Hit Smite Damage:'''
{| class="wikitable"
! Spell Slot !! Normal Crit Smite !! Crit vs Undead/Fiends !! Total Damage with Battleaxe Crit
|-
| '''1st-level''' || 4d8 || 6d8 || 2d8+6 weapon + 4d8 smite = ~31 damage
|-
| '''2nd-level''' || 6d8 || 8d8 || 2d8+6 weapon + 6d8 smite = ~40 damage
|}

=== Offensive Abilities ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Ability !! Effect !! Resource Cost !! Duration !! When to Use
|-
| '''Divine Smite''' || Add 2d8-3d8 radiant damage to melee hit || 1st or 2nd level spell slot || Instant || When you hit, especially on crits or vs bosses
|-
| '''Vow of Enmity''' || Gain advantage on all attacks vs one creature || 1 Channel Divinity || 1 minute || Against bosses or high-priority targets
|-
| '''Savage Attacker''' || Reroll weapon damage dice, use either roll || Once per turn || Instant || On hits that matter (smites, crits, high damage rolls)
|-
| '''Extra Attack''' || Attack twice when you take Attack action || Always active || - || Remember your second attack!
|-
| '''Polearm Master''' || Bonus action attack with lance/spear (1d4+5) || Bonus action || - || When not using other bonus actions
|-
| '''Abjure Enemy''' || Frighten one creature (fiends/undead get speed 0) || 1 Channel Divinity || 1 minute || Lock down dangerous enemies or spellcasters
|}

=== Offensive Spells (By Category) ===

'''Damage Spells:'''
{| class="wikitable"
! Spell !! Level !! Casting Time !! Target !! Damage/Effect !! Save/Attack !! Concentration !! When to Use
|-
| '''Toll the Dead''' || Cantrip || 1 Action || 60 ft creature || 1d12 necrotic (2d12 if wounded) || WIS 14 || No || Ranged damage when you can't melee
|-
| '''Guiding Bolt''' || 1st || 1 Action || 120 ft || 4d6 radiant || Attack +6 || No || Ranged damage + next attack has advantage
|-
| '''Burning Hands''' || 1st || 1 Action || 15 ft cone || 3d6 fire || DEX 14 || No || Hit multiple enemies in melee
|-
| '''Scorching Ray''' || 2nd || 1 Action || 120 ft || 2d6 fire (3 rays) || Attack +6 || No || Multiple attacks at range
|-
| '''Orb of Dragon's Breath''' || 6th || 1 Action || 90 ft || Varies || Attack +6 || No || 1 charge from Gem, save for emergencies
|}

'''Control/Debuff Spells:'''
{| class="wikitable"
! Spell !! Level !! Casting Time !! Target !! Effect !! Save !! Concentration !! When to Use
|-
| '''Command''' || 1st || 1 Action || 60 ft || Target obeys one-word command || WIS 14 || No || "Flee", "Grovel", "Drop" for quick control
|-
| '''Bane''' || 1st || 1 Action || 30 ft (3 targets) || -1d4 to attacks and saves || CHA 14 || Yes (1 min) || Debuff multiple enemies (opposite of Bless)
|-
| '''Hold Person''' || 2nd || 1 Action || 60 ft || Target paralyzed || WIS 14 || Yes (1 min) || Lock down humanoid enemies
|-
| '''Infernal Challenge''' || 2nd || 1 Bonus Action || 30 ft || Target disadvantage vs others || CHA 14 || No || Force enemy to focus on you
|}

'''Support/Healing Spells:'''
{| class="wikitable"
! Spell !! Level !! Casting Time !! Target !! Effect !! Save !! Concentration !! When to Use
|-
| '''Guidance''' || Cantrip || 1 Action || Touch || +1d4 to one ability check || None || Yes (1 min) || Before skill checks, saves, or ability checks
|-
| '''Bless''' || 1st || 1 Action || 30 ft (3 allies) || +1d4 to attacks and saves || None || Yes (1 min) || Start of combat to boost entire party
|-
| '''Cure Wounds''' || 1st || 1 Action || Touch || Heal 1d8+3 HP || None || No || Emergency healing mid-combat
|-
| '''Shield of Faith''' || 1st || 1 Bonus Action || 60 ft ally || +2 AC || None || Yes (10 min) || Buff ally before or during combat
|-
| '''Shield of Faith (Reaction)''' || 1st || 1 Reaction || 60 ft ally || +2 AC || None || Yes (10 min) || Cast as reaction to enemy attack
|}

'''Utility Spells:'''
{| class="wikitable"
! Spell !! Level !! Casting Time !! Range !! Effect !! Duration !! When to Use
|-
| '''Misty Step''' || 2nd (Always Prepared) || 1 Bonus Action || Self || Teleport 30 ft || Instant || Escape grapples, reposition quickly
|-
| '''Find Steed''' || 2nd (Always Prepared, 1/LR) || 1 Action || 30 ft || Summon celestial mount || Until dismissed || Travel, mounted combat
|-
| '''Hunter's Mark''' || 1st (Always Prepared) || 1 Bonus Action || 90 ft || +1d6 damage per hit || 1 hour (conc) || Extended combat vs single target
|-
| '''Revivify''' || 3rd (Gauntlet) || 1 Action || Touch || Restore dead ally (within 1 min) || Instant || 1 charge - emergency only
|-
| '''Dimension Door''' || 4th (Jaunty Boots) || 1 Action || 500 ft || Teleport self + 1 ally || Instant || Escape, reach distant location
|}

=== Defensive Abilities ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Ability !! Effect !! Resource Cost !! Range !! When to Use
|-
| '''Aura of Protection''' || You and allies within 10 ft gain +3 to all saves || Always active || 10 ft || Position near allies for maximum benefit
|-
| '''Lay on Hands: Heal''' || Restore HP to touched creature || HP from 35 HP pool || Touch || Heal allies or self (1 bonus action)
|-
| '''Lay on Hands: Purify''' || Remove Poisoned condition || 5 HP from pool || Touch || Cure poison (1 bonus action)
|-
| '''Shield of Faith''' || Grant ally +2 AC for 10 minutes || 1st-level spell slot || 60 ft || Before combat or as reaction to attacks
|-
| '''AC 22''' || Incredibly hard to hit || Always active || Self || Position in front of squishies
|-
| '''Relentless Avenger''' || Reduce enemy speed to 0, move up to half speed || Reaction (opportunity attack) || 5 ft || Lock down fleeing enemies
|}

=== Bonus Actions ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Ability !! Effect !! Resource Cost !! Notes
|-
| '''Vow of Enmity''' || Gain advantage on attacks vs one creature for 1 minute || 1 Channel Divinity || Mark priority target at start of combat
|-
| '''Divine Sense''' || Detect celestials, fiends, undead within 60 ft for 10 minutes || 1 Channel Divinity use || Identify hidden threats
|-
| '''Shield of Faith''' || Grant ally +2 AC for 10 minutes (concentration) || 1st-level spell slot || Buff tank or frontliner
|-
| '''Lay on Hands: Heal''' || Restore HP from 35 HP pool || HP from pool || Touch healing
|-
| '''Lay on Hands: Purify''' || Remove Poisoned condition || 5 HP from pool || Cure poison
|-
| '''Polearm Master Attack''' || Make attack with spear/lance butt (1d4+5 damage) || None || Extra damage when using polearm
|-
| '''Misty Step''' || Teleport 30 ft || 2nd-level spell slot || Reposition or escape
|-
| '''Hunter's Mark''' || Mark target for +1d6 damage per hit (1 hour concentration) || 1st-level spell slot || Sustained damage boost
|-
| '''Infernal Challenge''' || Target has disadvantage on attacks vs others || 2nd-level spell slot || Tank ability
|}

=== Reactions ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Reaction !! Trigger !! Effect !! Resource Cost !! Range !! Notes
|-
| '''Opportunity Attack''' || Enemy leaves reach without Disengaging || Make melee weapon attack || None || 5 ft || Standard reaction
|-
| '''Relentless Avenger''' || You hit with opportunity attack || Reduce target speed to 0, move up to half your speed || None || 5 ft || Lock down and reposition
|-
| '''Shield of Faith (Reaction)''' || Ally about to be attacked || Grant +2 AC (concentration 10 min) || 1st-level spell slot || 60 ft || Defensive reaction
|-
| '''Battlefield Command''' || Creature makes WIS save within 30 ft || Command that creature to move 15 ft || 3/Long Rest || 30 ft || Reposition allies or enemies strategically
|}

=== Passive Abilities (Always On) ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Ability !! Effect !! Notes
|-
| '''Aura of Protection (10 ft)''' || You and allies within 10 ft gain +3 to all saving throws || Position near allies in combat
|-
| '''Extra Attack''' || Attack twice when you take Attack action || Don't forget second attack
|-
| '''Fighting Style: Defense''' || +1 AC while wearing armor || Already included in AC 22
|-
| '''Polearm Master''' || Opportunity attacks when creatures enter reach with polearms || Applies when wielding spear or lance
|-
| '''Savage Attacker''' || Once per turn, reroll weapon damage dice and use either roll || Increases average damage output
|-
| '''Darkvision''' || See in darkness as dim light up to 60 ft || Half-elf racial
|-
| '''Devout of Athena - Acolyte (Rank 1)''' || Advantage on Initiative rolls once per long rest || Announce before rolling initiative
|-
| '''Weapon Mastery''' || Proficient with special properties of 3 weapon types || Topple, Cleave, Sap currently mastered
|}

== SOCIAL SITUATIONS ==

=== Skill Bonuses ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Skill !! Bonus !! Notes
|-
| '''Athletics (STR)''' || +8 || Climb, swim, grapple, shove - best in party
|-
| '''Intimidation (CHA)''' || +6 || Threats, commanding presence
|-
| '''Persuasion (CHA)''' || +6 || Diplomacy, negotiation, leadership
|-
| '''Deception (CHA)''' || +6 || Lies and misdirection
|-
| '''Animal Handling (WIS)''' || +3 || Control mounts, calm animals
|-
| '''Insight (WIS)''' || +3 || Read intentions and emotions
|-
| '''Perception (WIS)''' || +3 || Spot hidden things
|-
| '''Religion (INT)''' || +2 || Knowledge of gods and religious practices
|}

=== Passive Scores ===
* '''Passive Perception:''' 15
* '''Passive Insight:''' 13
* '''Passive Investigation:''' 9

=== Senses ===
* '''Darkvision:''' 60 ft

=== Social Features ===
* '''Divine Sense:''' Detect if someone is a celestial, fiend, or undead
* '''Commanding Presence:''' Your oath gives you authority when dealing with evil
* '''Soldier Background:''' Military rank and recognition from soldiers
* '''Devoted to Athena:''' Wisdom, strategy, and righteous warfare
* '''Oath of Vengeance:''' Relentless pursuit of evildoers - intimidating

=== Languages ===
* Common, Celestial

== EXPLORATION ==

=== Movement & Senses ===
* '''Walking Speed:''' 30 ft
* '''Darkvision:''' 60 ft
* '''Mounted Speed:''' Varies by mount (Find Steed)

=== Useful Exploration Abilities ===
* '''Divine Sense:''' Detect celestials, fiends, undead, and consecrated/desecrated places within 60 ft
* '''Find Steed:''' Summon loyal celestial mount for travel (1/Long Rest, always prepared)
* '''Dimension Door:''' Teleport up to 500 ft (3 charges from Jaunty Boots)
* '''Lay on Hands:''' Heal injuries and cure diseases/poison
* '''Athletics +8:''' Best climber and swimmer in party
* '''Darkvision 60 ft:''' Navigate in darkness

=== Tools ===
* '''Playing Card Set:''' Gaming and gambling

== RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Resource !! Total !! Recharges !! Current Status
|-
| '''Hit Dice (d10)''' || 7 || Long Rest || Track usage
|-
| '''Lay on Hands HP Pool''' || 35 HP || Long Rest || Can heal or spend 5 HP to cure poison
|-
| '''Channel Divinity''' || 2 uses || Long Rest (regain 1 on Short Rest) || Vow of Enmity or Abjure Enemy
|-
| '''Spell Slots (1st-level)''' || 4 || Long Rest || Bless, Shield of Faith, Command, Cure Wounds
|-
| '''Spell Slots (2nd-level)''' || 3 || Long Rest || Hold Person, Scorching Ray, Misty Step, Infernal Challenge
|-
| '''Divine Smite''' || Per spell slot || Long Rest || Uses spell slots - track carefully
|-
| '''Savage Attacker''' || Once per turn || Always available || Reroll weapon damage once per turn
|-
| '''Extra Attack''' || Always active || - || Remember to attack twice
|-
| '''Aura of Protection''' || Always active || - || Position within 10 ft of allies
|-
| '''Devout of Athena - Acolyte''' || 1 use (Advantage on Initiative) || Long Rest || Announce before rolling
|-
| '''Battlefield Command''' || 3 uses || Long Rest || Reposition creatures tactically
|-
| '''Find Steed''' || 1 use || Long Rest || Summon mount (always prepared)
|-
| '''Jaunty Boots (Dimension Door)''' || 3 charges || Unknown || Teleport 500 ft
|-
| '''Gauntlet of Gemforged Will''' || Multiple charges || Unknown || Revivify, Circle of Power, etc.
|-
| '''Gem of Dragon's Breath''' || 2 charges remaining || Unknown || Orb of Dragon's Breath spell
|}

== COMMON TACTICS ==

=== Opening Combat (Turn 1) ===

'''Standard Opening Sequence:'''
1. '''Bonus Action:''' Cast Shield of Faith on yourself or ally tank OR activate Vow of Enmity on priority target
2. '''Movement:''' Position within 10 ft of allies (Aura of Protection)
3. '''Action:''' Attack twice with Battleaxe +1 (Extra Attack)
4. '''Decide:''' Save Divine Smite for when you crit or hit high-priority target

'''Against Boss/High-Priority Target:'''
1. '''Bonus Action:''' Vow of Enmity (advantage on all attacks vs target for 1 minute)
2. '''Action:''' Attack twice with advantage (Extra Attack)
3. '''When you hit:''' Use Divine Smite (2nd-level slot = 3d8 radiant, 4d8 vs undead/fiends)
4. '''If you crit:''' Definitely use Divine Smite - double the damage!

=== During Combat - Tank Role ===

'''Your Job: Protect Allies & Deal Damage'''

1. '''Position for Aura:''' Stay within 10 ft of as many allies as possible
   * Your Aura of Protection grants +3 to all their saves
   * This is HUGE - it applies to Dexterity saves vs fireballs, Wisdom saves vs fear, everything

2. '''Draw Aggro:''' Stand in front of squishies
   * Your AC 22 makes you very hard to hit
   * You have 74 HP and can heal yourself with Lay on Hands
   * Block chokepoints and doorways

3. '''Attack Twice Every Turn:''' Use Extra Attack
   * 2 attacks per turn = more chances to crit and Smite
   * Don't forget second attack!

4. '''Use Divine Smite Strategically:'''
   * On critical hits (double smite damage!)
   * Against bosses and high-priority targets
   * When you need to finish an enemy NOW
   * DON'T waste smites on weak enemies

5. '''Heal When Needed:'''
   * Use Lay on Hands (bonus action) when ally drops below 10 HP
   * Save big heals for after combat if possible
   * Cure poison with 5 HP from pool

=== During Combat - Damage Dealer ===

'''Maximum Damage Output:'''

1. '''Vow of Enmity + Attacks with Advantage:'''
   * Use Vow of Enmity (bonus action, 1 Channel Divinity)
   * Attack twice per turn with advantage
   * ~10% crit chance with advantage
   * When you crit: Divine Smite for MASSIVE damage

2. '''Divine Smite on Important Hits:'''
   * Critical hits: ALWAYS smite (damage doubled)
   * Undead/Fiends: Extra d8 damage
   * Boss fights: Don't be stingy with smites
   * 2nd-level smite = 3d8 radiant (avg 14 damage)

3. '''Savage Attacker:'''
   * Once per turn, reroll weapon damage dice
   * Use on hits that matter (especially with smites)
   * Example: Roll 1d8+6 for battleaxe, get 3 total (1+6=7), reroll the 1, maybe get 6 (6+6=12)

4. '''Polearm Master Bonus Attack:'''
   * If using lance or spear, bonus action attack for 1d4+5
   * Extra attack when not using other bonus actions

'''Expected Damage Per Turn (vs Boss with Vow of Enmity):'''
* 2 attacks with advantage: ~22-26 damage
* If you land 2 smites (2nd-level): ~22 + 28 smite = 50 damage
* If you crit with smite: 30-40+ damage in one hit

=== Boss Fight Tactics ===

'''Fighting a Single Big Enemy:'''

1. '''Turn 1:''' Vow of Enmity (bonus action) + Attack twice with advantage
   * Mark boss with advantage on all attacks for 1 minute
   * Use Battleaxe +1 or Greataxe +1

2. '''Subsequent Turns:'''
   * Attack twice with advantage
   * Divine Smite when you hit (save 2nd-level slots for boss)
   * When you crit: DEFINITELY smite (damage doubles!)

3. '''If Boss is Undead/Fiend:'''
   * Your Divine Smite deals +1d8 damage automatically
   * 2nd-level smite becomes 4d8 instead of 3d8

4. '''Use Battlefield Command:'''
   * Reaction when boss makes WIS save
   * Force boss to move 15 ft away from allies
   * 3 uses per long rest - use strategically

5. '''Stay Near Allies:'''
   * Your Aura of Protection helps everyone
   * Boss AOE and spell saves become much more survivable

=== Multi-Enemy Tactics ===

'''Fighting Multiple Enemies:'''

1. '''Turn 1: Bless the Party:'''
   * Cast Bless on 3 allies (1st-level spell slot)
   * +1d4 to attacks and saves for 1 minute
   * Better than Vow of Enmity when fighting many enemies

2. '''Position Centrally:'''
   * Get within 10 ft of as many allies as possible
   * Your Aura benefits everyone nearby

3. '''Attack High-Priority Targets:'''
   * Enemy spellcasters first
   * Then enemy ranged attackers
   * Then melee threats

4. '''Use Shield of Faith:'''
   * Buff yourself or an ally (+2 AC for 10 min)
   * Concentration, so don't use if you already have Bless up

5. '''Save Divine Smite:'''
   * Only smite to finish off dangerous enemies
   * Don't waste slots on weak minions
   * Save resources for the next fight

6. '''Use Abjure Enemy:'''
   * Channel Divinity to frighten one enemy
   * Fiends/undead also get speed reduced to 0
   * Great for locking down spellcasters or dangerous melee

=== Resource Conservation ===

'''Managing Your Resources:'''

'''Spell Slot Priority:'''
* **Save 2nd-level slots** for Divine Smite against bosses
* **Use 1st-level slots** for Bless, Shield of Faith, Cure Wounds
* **Don't over-smite** on weak enemies
* **Track your slots** - you only have 4 first-level and 3 second-level

'''Channel Divinity Usage (2/Long Rest, regain 1 on Short Rest):'''
* **Vow of Enmity:** Best against bosses or single high-priority targets
* **Abjure Enemy:** Best for locking down dangerous enemies (spellcasters, big threats)
* **Divine Sense:** Rarely needed, but great for detecting hidden fiends/undead

'''Lay on Hands (35 HP Pool):'''
* **Don't hoard it** - 35 HP is a lot
* **Heal allies** when they drop below 10 HP
* **Heal yourself** when below 20 HP
* **Cure poison** costs 5 HP from pool
* **Recharges on long rest** - use it!

'''Magic Items:'''
* **Gauntlet of Gemforged Will:** Multiple spell charges including Revivify (1 charge emergency resurrection)
* **Jaunty Boots:** 3 charges for Dimension Door (500 ft teleport) - use for escapes or crucial repositioning
* **Gem of Dragon's Breath:** 2 charges remaining - save for dire situations

=== Special Situations ===

'''If You're Surrounded:'''
* Use Dimension Door (Jaunty Boots) to teleport to safety
* Cast Burning Hands (15 ft cone, 3d6 fire damage) to hit multiple enemies
* Misty Step (30 ft teleport) as bonus action

'''If Ally is Dying:'''
* Lay on Hands to heal them (bonus action)
* Cast Cure Wounds (1 action, 1d8+3 healing)
* If already dead: Use Revivify from Gauntlet (1 charge, must be within 1 minute of death)

'''If You're Low on HP:'''
* Lay on Hands yourself (bonus action)
* Disengage and let allies handle combat temporarily
* Cast Shield of Faith on yourself (+2 AC)

'''If Enemy is Fleeing:'''
* Opportunity attack with Relentless Avenger (reduce speed to 0, move up to half your speed)
* Command spell: "Halt" or "Grovel"

== QUICK REFERENCE ==

=== Combat Priority Checklist ===

'''Start of Your Turn:'''
1. □ Am I within 10 ft of allies? (Aura of Protection)
2. □ Do I have Vow of Enmity active on priority target?
3. □ Should I use bonus action? (Shield of Faith, Vow of Enmity, Lay on Hands, Polearm attack)
4. □ Attack twice (Extra Attack) - don't forget!
5. □ Did I hit? Should I Divine Smite? (especially on crits!)
6. □ Should I use Savage Attacker to reroll weapon damage?

'''Enemy's Turn:'''
1. □ Can I use Opportunity Attack + Relentless Avenger?
2. □ Should I use Battlefield Command to reposition enemy?
3. □ Is ally in danger? Should I cast Shield of Faith as reaction?

'''After Combat:'''
1. □ How many spell slots remaining?
2. □ How much Lay on Hands HP left?
3. □ Channel Divinity uses remaining?
4. □ Should I heal allies before next encounter?

=== Key Numbers to Remember ===

'''Attack Bonuses:'''
* Battleaxe +1: +9 to hit (1d8+6 or 1d10+6 two-handed)
* Greataxe +1: +9 to hit (1d12+6)
* Lance +1: +9 to hit (1d10+6, reach)

'''Divine Smite Damage:'''
* 1st-level slot: 2d8 radiant (3d8 vs undead/fiends) = 9 avg (14 vs undead/fiends)
* 2nd-level slot: 3d8 radiant (4d8 vs undead/fiends) = 14 avg (18 vs undead/fiends)
* On crit: DOUBLE all dice (4d8 or 6d8 for 1st-level)

'''Defensive Numbers:'''
* AC: 22 (incredibly hard to hit)
* HP: 74 (second highest in party)
* Lay on Hands: 35 HP pool (recharges on long rest)
* Aura Range: 10 ft (+3 to all saves for you and allies)

'''Save DCs:'''
* Your Spell Save DC: 14
* Your Spell Attack Bonus: +6

=== Best Damage Options ===

'''Top 3 Damage Combinations (Single Target):'''

1. '''Vow of Enmity + Attacks + Divine Smite:'''
   * Bonus Action: Vow of Enmity (advantage for 1 minute)
   * Action: Attack twice with advantage
   * On hit: Divine Smite (2nd-level = 3d8 radiant)
   * Avg damage per turn: ~26-30 damage (more with smites)
   * On crit with smite: 40+ damage in one hit

2. '''Hunter's Mark + Polearm Master:'''
   * Bonus Action: Hunter's Mark (1st-level, +1d6 per hit, 1 hour concentration)
   * Action: Attack twice (Extra Attack)
   * Bonus Action: Polearm Master attack (if using spear/lance)
   * Avg damage: ~30 damage/turn sustained

3. '''Bless Party + Standard Attacks:'''
   * Turn 1: Cast Bless on 3 allies (+1d4 to attacks/saves)
   * Action: Attack twice
   * Avg damage: ~22 damage/turn, but party benefits from Bless

'''Critical Hit Expected Value:'''
* ~5% crit chance normally, ~10% with advantage (Vow of Enmity)
* Battleaxe crit: 2d8+6 = 15 avg
* Battleaxe crit + 2nd-level smite: 2d8+6 + 6d8 = 42 avg
* Greataxe crit + 2nd-level smite: 2d12+6 + 6d8 = 45 avg

=== Best Tank Options ===

'''How to Maximize Your Tanking:'''

1. '''Aura of Protection (10 ft):'''
   * Position within 10 ft of as many allies as possible
   * +3 to all saves for everyone nearby
   * This is ALWAYS active - don't forget!

2. '''High AC (22):'''
   * Enemies need to roll 17+ to hit you (before modifiers)
   * Stand in front of squishies
   * Block chokepoints and doorways

3. '''Lay on Hands:'''
   * 35 HP healing pool
   * Use bonus action to heal self or allies
   * Can also cure poison (5 HP cost)

4. '''Shield of Faith:'''
   * Grant +2 AC to ally (concentration, 10 minutes)
   * Stack on yourself for AC 24
   * Cast as bonus action or reaction

5. '''Infernal Challenge:'''
   * Force enemy to attack you (disadvantage vs others)
   * 2nd-level spell, bonus action
   * Tank ability for protecting squishies

=== Status Conditions & Effects ===

'''Conditions You Can Inflict:'''
* '''Frightened (Abjure Enemy):''' Speed 0 if fiend/undead, disadvantage on attacks
* '''Topple (Battleaxe/Lance):''' Knock prone on hit
* '''Sap (Corpse Slayer Spear):''' Disadvantage on next attack
* '''Paralyzed (Hold Person):''' Humanoid paralyzed, auto-crit on melee hits
* '''Command Effects:''' One-word commands (Flee, Grovel, Drop, Halt)

'''Conditions You Resist/Avoid:'''
* '''+3 to All Saves:''' Aura of Protection (within 10 ft of self)
* '''Advantage on Initiative:''' Devout of Athena Rank 1 (1/LR)
* '''Darkvision:''' See in darkness up to 60 ft

=== Remember These Critical Things ===

1. '''You Attack TWICE Per Turn:''' Extra Attack - don't forget your second attack!

2. '''Divine Smite After You Hit:''' Never wasted on a miss - decide after you know you hit

3. '''Aura of Protection is Always On:''' Position within 10 ft of allies for +3 to their saves

4. '''Channel Divinity is Powerful:''' 2 uses per long rest (regain 1 on short rest) - don't hoard!

5. '''Vow of Enmity = Advantage:''' Use on bosses and high-priority targets for 1 minute of advantage

6. '''Save 2nd-Level Slots for Smites:''' Don't waste them on utility spells before boss fights

7. '''You're the Tank:''' AC 22 and 74 HP - stand in front and protect squishies

8. '''Lay on Hands is 35 HP:''' Don't hoard it - heal yourself and allies liberally

9. '''Savage Attacker Once Per Turn:''' Reroll weapon damage - use on important hits

10. '''Your Aura Saves Lives:''' +3 to saves makes HUGE difference against spells and effects

=== Common Mistakes to Avoid ===

1. '''Forgetting Extra Attack:''' You get TWO attacks per Attack action - use them both!

2. '''Forgetting Aura of Protection:''' Always add +3 to your own saves and position near allies

3. '''Smiting Before You Hit:''' Divine Smite happens AFTER you hit - never wasted on miss

4. '''Hoarding Divine Smites:''' You only have 7 spell slots total - use them! They recharge on long rest

5. '''Forgetting Savage Attacker:''' Reroll weapon damage once per turn - increases average damage

6. '''Not Using Lay on Hands:''' 35 HP pool is huge - use it to heal yourself and allies

7. '''Forgetting Polearm Master:''' When using spear/lance, bonus action attack for 1d4+5

8. '''Standing Alone:''' Your Aura of Protection helps everyone within 10 ft - stay grouped

9. '''Not Tracking Resources:''' Write down spell slots used, Lay on Hands HP spent, Channel Divinity uses

10. '''Forgetting Magic Items:''' Jaunty Boots (teleport 500 ft), Gauntlet (Revivify), Gem of Dragon's Breath (2 charges)

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