Dwarf Warchanter THF Build, Please evaluate.

[Twidger]

Hello! I'm still very wet behind the ears with DDO. I've been reading the forums over the past week, and trying to piece together a few builds to level up. The following build is for a Dwarf Warchanter THF build. I was shooting for a Warchanter that can contribute to DPS as well as help a little with heals while grouped, and be fairly self-sufficient when not grouped.

I started with a bit higher CHA than most Warchanter builds on the forums I've seen, since I didn't want to be stuck unable to cast spells if I have bad luck with drops. I figure by the time I can cast 3rd level spells, I'll have found some CHA items.

I'm not too sure if my damage will be good with the feat selection. I forwent ITHF and GTHF to get Extend (for keeping Master's Touch up, mainly) and Stunning Blow (for autocrits on stunned mobs... If I'm correct about that rule).

The build does not include gear, as I have no idea what's available at higher levels at this point. Any input is appreciated. Thanks.

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Frigne 
Level 20 Chaotic Good Dwarf Male
(20 Bard) 
Hit Points: 282
Spell Points: 652 
BAB: 15\15\20\25\25
Fortitude: 10
Reflex: 11
Will: 11

                  Starting          Feat/Enhancement
                 Base Stats          Modified Stats
Abilities        (Level 1)             (Level 20)
Strength             18                    23
Dexterity             8                     8
Constitution         16                    18
Intelligence          8                     8
Wisdom                8                     8
Charisma             12                    16

                  Starting          Feat/Enhancement
                 Base Skills         Modified Skills
Skills           (Level 1)            (Level 20)
Balance               2                    25
Bluff                 1                     3
Concentration         7                    27
Diplomacy             1                     3
Disable Device       n/a                   n/a
Haggle                1                     3
Heal                 -1                    -1
Hide                 -1                    -1
Intimidate            1                     3
Jump                  8                    29
Listen               -1                    -1
Move Silently        -1                    -1
Open Lock            n/a                   n/a
Perform               5                    26
Repair               -1                    -1
Search               -1                     1
Spot                 -1                    -1
Swim                  4                     6
Tumble                0                     0
Use Magic Device      5                    26

Level 1 (Bard)
Feat: (Selected) Toughness
Spell (1): Master's Touch
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Bravery I
Enhancement: Dwarven Axe Damage I
Enhancement: Bard Song Magic I


Level 2 (Bard)
Spell (1): Focusing Chant
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Damage I
Enhancement: Bard Lingering Song I
Enhancement: Bard Charisma I


Level 3 (Bard)
Feat: (Selected) Power Attack
Spell (1): Remove Fear
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Attack I
Enhancement: Dwarven Constitution I


Level 4 (Bard)
Spell (2): Blur
Spell (2): Rage
Enhancement: Dwarven Axe Attack I
Enhancement: Dwarven Spell Defense I
Enhancement: Racial Toughness I


Level 5 (Bard)
Spell (1): Expeditious Retreat
Spell (2): Glitterdust
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Bravery II
Enhancement: Bard Song Magic II


Level 6 (Bard)
Feat: (Selected) Weapon Focus: Slashing Weapons
Enhancement: Bard Warchanter I


Level 7 (Bard)
Spell (2): Soundburst
Spell (3): Displacement
Spell (3): Haste
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Damage II
Enhancement: Racial Toughness II


Level 8 (Bard)
Spell (3): Cure Serious Wounds
Enhancement: Dwarven Constitution II


Level 9 (Bard)
Feat: (Selected) Extend Spell
Enhancement: Dwarven Axe Damage II


Level 10 (Bard)
Spell (3): Remove Curse
Spell (4): Cure Critical Wounds
Spell (4): Freedom of Movement
Enhancement: Dwarven Axe Attack II


Level 11 (Bard)
Spell (4): Dimension Door
Enhancement: Bard Charisma II


Level 12 (Bard)
Feat: (Selected) Two Handed Fighting
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Damage III


Level 13 (Bard)
Spell (4): Break Enchantment
Spell (5): Greater Heroism
Spell (5): Mass Cure Light Wounds
Enhancement: Dwarven Spell Defense II
Enhancement: Racial Toughness III


Level 14 (Bard)
Spell (5): Greater Dispel Magic
Enhancement: Dwarven Goblinoid Hatred I
Enhancement: Bard Energy of the Music I
Enhancement: Bard Energy of the Music II


Level 15 (Bard)
Feat: (Selected) Improved Critical: Slashing Weapons
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Attack II


Level 16 (Bard)
Spell (1): Merfolk's Blessing
Spell (5): Summon Monster V
Spell (6): Mass Cure Moderate Wounds
Spell (6): Mass Charm Monster
Enhancement: Racial Toughness IV


Level 17 (Bard)
Spell (2): Invisibility
Spell (6): Heroes Feast
Enhancement: Dwarven Spell Defense III


Level 18 (Bard)
Feat: (Selected) Stunning Blow
Spell (3): Good Hope
Enhancement: Bard Lingering Song II
Enhancement: Bard Lingering Song III


Level 19 (Bard)
Spell (4): Otto's Sphere of Dancing
Spell (6): Greater Shout


Level 20 (Bard)
Spell (5): Mass Suggestion
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Attack III
Enhancement: Bard Muscial Prodigy

[Bahamut2119]

Looks pretty good to me.

[matutino]

Nice build !!!

I would drop Concentration, no really need for a warchanter imho and you can use wands for healing, for another skill like Haggle or Diplomacy.

Greets

[Noctus]

Drop Stunning Blow for another THF feat. You wont be able to land it halfway reliably at level 18.


other than that - solid build.

[Thelmallen]

I agree with Noctus--good build, swap out that feat. You'll really like this character, I'm thinking.

[YakoSpiritFist]

Looks like a fun build but I have a few questions.

1. Does the 2 handed fighting feat work with dwarven axes since they are one handed weapons?

2. Since Dwarf Bards are not granted the dwarven axe proficiency, does masters touch work on it since dwarven axes are considered exotic?

3. Would you use another axe, or a shield with this build?

Thank You

[Twidger]

Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. I'll swap out the Stunning Blow for a THF feat and Concentration for Haggle.

@YakoSF: This is a two handed fighting build. I'll be using a Great Axe w/Master's Touch. I'm not sure how Master's Touch works with Dwarven Axes, though it won't be an issue with this guy. Edit: Master's Touch does work w/DAs.

[Thelmallen]

Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. I'll swap out the Stunning Blow for a THF feat and Concentration for Haggle.

@YakoSF: This is a two handed fighting build. I'll be using a Great Axe w/Master's Touch. I'm not sure how Master's Touch works with Dwarven Axes, though it won't be an issue with this guy. Edit: Master's Touch does work w/DAs.

For dwarves, dwarven axe is considered a martial weapon proficiency rather than an exotic which is why Master's Touch works with it.

Keep us posted on how you like this build, Twidger!