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''This is a beginner-friendly guide for playing Alexios. For full character details, see [[Alexios]].''

== Overview ==

'''Role in the Party:''' Front-line Tank & Burst Damage Dealer

'''Core Strengths:'''
* High armor class (AC 18) - hard to hit
* Devastating melee damage with Divine Smite
* Can heal allies with Lay on Hands
* Protects party with Aura of Protection (bonus to all saves)
* Mix of combat power and supportive magic

'''Key Stats to Know:'''
* '''AC:''' 18 (very hard to hit)
* '''HP:''' ~56 (can take a beating)
* '''Spell Save DC:''' 14 (enemies roll vs this for your spells)
* '''Spell Attack Bonus:''' +6 (when you need to roll to hit with spells)
* '''Spell Slots:''' 4 first-level, 3 second-level (recharge on long rest)

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

=== Your Turn (Main Action) ===

'''1. Melee Weapon Attack'''
* '''Longsword (one hand):''' +6 to hit, 1d8+3 slashing damage
* '''Longsword (two hands):''' +6 to hit, 1d10+3 slashing damage
* '''Javelin (thrown):''' +6 to hit, 1d6+3 piercing damage (30/120 ft range)

'''2. Divine Smite (THE BIG ONE)'''
* When you hit with a melee weapon, you can spend a spell slot to add radiant damage
* '''1st-level slot:''' +2d8 radiant damage (3d8 against undead/fiends)
* '''2nd-level slot:''' +3d8 radiant damage (4d8 against undead/fiends)
* '''Use this when:''' You crit, fighting a boss, or need to finish something NOW

'''3. Cast a Spell'''

'''Offensive Spells:'''
* '''Wrathful Smite''' (1st, bonus action) - Next attack deals +1d6 psychic and frightens target
* '''Thunderous Smite''' (1st, bonus action) - Next attack deals +2d6 thunder and pushes target
* '''Branding Smite''' (2nd, bonus action) - Next attack deals +2d6 radiant, target glows (can't turn invisible)
* '''Magic Weapon''' (2nd) - Make a weapon +1 to hit and damage for 1 hour

'''Support Spells:'''
* '''Bless''' (1st) - 3 allies add 1d4 to attacks and saves for 1 minute
* '''Protection from Evil and Good''' (1st) - Protect an ally from fiends, undead, etc.
* '''Lesser Restoration''' (2nd) - Cure disease or one condition (blinded, deafened, paralyzed, poisoned)
* '''Zone of Truth''' (2nd) - Creatures in 15-ft radius can't lie

'''4. Channel Divinity (1/rest)'''
* '''Abjure Enemy:''' Make one enemy frightened for 1 minute (or speed 0 if fiend/undead)
* '''Vow of Enmity:''' Gain advantage on attacks against one enemy for 1 minute (VERY GOOD)

'''5. Lay on Hands'''
* Heal someone (or yourself) for up to 35 HP total per long rest
* Can spend 5 HP to cure one disease or poison instead

=== Bonus Actions ===
* Cast certain spells (Wrathful Smite, Thunderous Smite, Branding Smite)
* Use Lay on Hands (if DM allows as bonus action)

=== Reactions ===
* '''Opportunity Attack:''' When enemy leaves your reach without Disengaging
* '''Hellish Rebuke''' (once per long rest, racial): When damaged, deal 2d10 fire damage to attacker

=== Passive Abilities (Always On) ===
* '''Aura of Protection:''' All allies within 10 feet add +3 to saving throws
* '''Divine Sense:''' Detect celestials, fiends, and undead within 60 feet (3/long rest)

== SOCIAL SITUATIONS - How Can I Interact? ==

'''Skill Proficiencies:'''
* '''Intimidation:''' +6 (great for threats and commanding presence)
* '''Persuasion:''' +6 (great for diplomacy and negotiation)
* '''Athletics:''' +6 (climbing, swimming, grappling, pushing)
* '''Religion:''' +3 (knowledge of gods and religious practices)

'''Special Abilities:'''
* '''Zone of Truth:''' Force honesty in interrogations (2nd-level spell)
* '''Divine Sense:''' Detect if someone is a fiend, celestial, or undead
* '''Commanding Presence:''' Your oath gives you authority when dealing with evil

'''Roleplay Strengths:'''
* Natural leader and voice of justice
* Can be intimidating when needed
* Devoted to Athena - wisdom and strategic warfare
* Seeks vengeance against evildoers

== EXPLORATION - How Can I Help Outside Combat? ==

'''Skills for Exploration:'''
* '''Perception:''' +2 (passive 12) - spotting hidden things
* '''Investigation:''' +0 (passive 10) - searching and analyzing
* '''Athletics:''' +6 - climbing, jumping, swimming

'''Spells Useful Outside Combat:'''
* '''Detect Magic''' (ritual) - See magical auras within 30 feet
* '''Detect Poison and Disease''' - Identify poisons and diseases nearby
* '''Lesser Restoration''' - Cure diseases and certain conditions
* '''Find Steed''' (when you learn it at level 9) - Summon a loyal mount

'''Movement:'''
* '''Speed:''' 30 feet per turn
* '''Mounted Combat:''' Proficient with all mounts

'''Other Abilities:'''
* '''Divine Sense:''' 60-ft radius detection of celestials, fiends, undead (3/long rest)
* '''Lay on Hands:''' Can cure diseases and poisons

== RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Resource !! Total Available !! Recharges On
|-
| '''Spell Slots (1st)''' || 4 slots || Long Rest
|-
| '''Spell Slots (2nd)''' || 3 slots || Long Rest
|-
| '''Lay on Hands''' || 35 HP || Long Rest
|-
| '''Channel Divinity''' || 1 use || Short or Long Rest
|-
| '''Divine Sense''' || 4 uses || Long Rest
|-
| '''Hellish Rebuke''' || 1 use || Long Rest
|}

'''Important:'''
* Your spell slots fuel BOTH your spells AND Divine Smite
* Divine Smite happens AFTER you hit (never wasted on a miss)
* Aura of Protection is always on - no resource needed

== COMMON TACTICS ==

'''1. The Nova Strike (Boss Killer)'''
* Use Channel Divinity: Vow of Enmity on the biggest threat
* Attack with advantage (from Vow of Enmity)
* When you hit, use Divine Smite with your highest spell slot
* On a critical hit, this can deal 50+ damage in one strike

'''2. The Protector (Team Player)'''
* Stand in front of squishy allies
* Your Aura of Protection gives everyone +3 to saves within 10 feet
* Use Lay on Hands to keep allies up
* Cast Bless before big fights to help everyone hit

'''3. The Smite Machine (Sustained Damage)'''
* Use bonus action smite spells (Wrathful, Thunderous, Branding)
* Attack normally
* Save Divine Smite for when you crit or really need damage
* This conserves spell slots while still dealing extra damage

'''4. The Controller (Lockdown)'''
* Use Channel Divinity: Abjure Enemy on dangerous foes
* Reduce their speed to 0 (if fiend/undead) or frighten them
* Let allies pile on while they're disabled
* Great for enemy spellcasters

'''5. The Interrogator (Information Gathering)'''
* Cast Zone of Truth before questioning prisoners
* Use Intimidation (+6) to frighten them into talking
* Use Divine Sense to detect if they're undead/fiends in disguise
* Follow up with Persuasion if needed

== QUICK REFERENCE ==

'''On Your Turn, Usually Do One Of These:'''
# Attack with longsword + Divine Smite (if it hits)
# Cast Bless before a big fight
# Use Channel Divinity: Vow of Enmity, then attack with advantage
# Heal an ally with Lay on Hands
# Cast a bonus action smite spell, then attack

'''Remember:'''
* You can ONLY use Divine Smite on MELEE weapon attacks
* Divine Smite happens AFTER you know you hit
* Your aura helps everyone - position yourself near allies
* You're durable - don't be afraid to take hits for the team

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Wvaske: Update Alexios to current build: Level 8 Light Domain Cleric (CHA caster) - new stats, spells, Channel Divinity, items, and tactics

Wvaske: Updated to new tabular format for easier reference during gameplay

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