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Poll #374 - Barbarian Primal Paths
🕑 Added 2023-08-24 01:38:29 +0000 UTCThis Saturday, I'll be releasing two new subclasses: one for barbarians and one for rangers.
I've come up with 10 ideas for Barbarian paths using the ol' robot. These are just rough outlines, but at least give you some idea with the way we can go with this.
Pick the one you think sounds the coolest, and it gets made. Voting ends soon, so hop on it!
1. Path of the Frostreaver
A barbarian following this path channels the cold fury of the frozen north, gaining the ability to freeze enemies in place and resist cold damage.
2. Path of the Valiant Valkyrie
Inspired by the Valkyries, warriors on this path can temporarily sprout ethereal wings during their rages, granting them limited flight and the ability to call down spectral allies to aid in battle.
3. Path of the Jotunblood
This path focuses on emulating the might of the Jotun (frost giants). Gain abilities like enhanced strength, size manipulation, and perhaps even a frost-based breath weapon.
4. Path of the Winter Wolf
Inspired by Fenrir and other mythical wolves, barbarians of this path may call upon a spirit wolf companion or temporarily transform into a wolf-like creature during their rage.
5. Path of the Runecarver
Master the ancient art of rune magic. Runes can be carved onto weapons or armor, providing various magical benefits activated during rage.
I forgot to add this one, so just pick the lower of the two "Path of the Winter Wolf" and that will count. My bad!
6. Path of the Skald’s Fury
Combine the ferociousness of a warrior with the inspiration of a Skald (Nordic bard). During rage, create an aura that bolsters allies with courage and zeal.
7. Path of the Icebreaker
Become a living siege engine capable of breaking down walls and barriers, both physical and magical. Ideal for those imagining a more "tanky" or disruptive Barbarian.
8. Path of the Long Night
Embrace the darkness and cold of the longest Nordic nights. Gain abilities that utilize darkness and cold, sapping warmth and light from foes.
9. Path of the Midgard Serpent
Drawing inspiration from the Midgard Serpent, Jormungandr, gain the ability to deliver a deadly venomous bite and resist various forms of damage, including poison.
10. Path of the Odinborn
A blessed warrior, chosen by Odin himself, who gains limited use of foresight and divine magic, including the ability to summon Huginn and Muninn (ravens of thought and memory) for reconnaissance or aid in battle.
Comments
Gravy
Voted winterwolf number2 for Runecarver. Really want Icebreaker though. Wish I could pick 2.
DM Dave
Crud. I guess winter wolf #2 will be runecarver :D
Doom Squirrel 81
Hey Dave! Looks like you’re missing the Runecaster in the voting section. 8)
