ranger multi class

[storm71]

i have a level 18 ranger and im looking to mutli class since about 3 levels ago i noticed that the capstone doesnt really apply to me because i dont do alot of ranged combat. ive waited until im level 18 to considered splashing the 2 levels of whatever so i can get kensai 3 as soon as possible. so im just wondering what would be the best class to put 2 levels into and why.

[uhgungawa]

i have a level 18 ranger and im looking to mutli class since about 3 levels ago i noticed that the capstone doesnt really apply to me because i dont do alot of ranged combat. ive waited until im level 18 to considered splashing the 2 levels of whatever so i can get kensai 3 as soon as possible. so im just wondering what would be the best class to put 2 levels into and why.

I think you mean Tempest. But if you waited till thins point I'd go with either 2 fighter or 2 monk. Both will give you 2 more feats. Go monk if you have a high enough Wis for AC bonus, Fighter if not.

[chessmaster4242]

@Moderator: This is not the appropriate forum for this topic. Can we get this thread moved please?

It's hard to say but I think Fighter would be a better option if you just want 2 levels of non-ranger. You'll also gain a few more HP per level but at the cost of fewer skill points per level. You'll also probably gain a few weapon proficiencies. On the other hand, the class features of Monk that you'd gain would grant you some feat-like abilities.

Plus, you know your character best so you're the best one to judge which you think would work out better.

On a side note, I believe that the capstone achievement is for whichever class has the greatest # of levels when you reach 20. Meaning, if you're 11 ranger and 9 fighter, you'll get the ranger capstone. So if I remember right, you'll still get the ranger capstone even as 18 ranger and 2 of something else.

[Mangloid]

On a side note, I believe that the capstone achievement is for whichever class has the greatest # of levels when you reach 20. Meaning, if you're 11 ranger and 9 fighter, you'll get the ranger capstone. So if I remember right, you'll still get the ranger capstone even as 18 ranger and 2 of something else.

You sir, are wrong. Capstones are pure class.

[chessmaster4242]

You sir, are wrong. Capstones are pure class.

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I stand corrected. Can you show me a link or do I need to dig? I've been trying to find more info on this (hence why I said I was unsure in my post).
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Mangloid, any thoughts to what the OP was asking? I've always played spell point burners so melee stuff is a touch fuzzy for me.

[storm71]

you right i did mean tempest. would it better to go 2 levels of one class or 1 level of each fighter and monk.

[Sweyn]

Going pure ranger would give you another favored enemy and an additional 2 damage per swing against FE

[BLAKROC]

you right i did mean tempest. would it better to go 2 levels of one class or 1 level of each fighter and monk.

at this point methinks your just multiclassing with out a plan, always a bad idea.

there is no real reason for you to do so now, stay pure.

if you want a multiclass, plan it out from the beginning it will work out better..

and the ranger capstone, works with multi shot

[Glenalth]

The other thing to keep in mind, is that if they add more capstones in the future you will be locked out of them.

[Nott]

[quote=chessmaster4242;2696032]<offtopic>
I stand corrected. Can you show me a link or do I need to dig? I've been trying to find more info on this (hence why I said I was unsure in my post).
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Open your enhancements window, select "unavailable", and find the capstone enhancement listed for you. Hover your mouse over it and you'll see its requirements, which include "Level 20 [class]".

If you've already multiclassed, I'm not sure you'll even see a capstone section, as when you're a pure class, I'm pretty sure you only see your class capstone, not those of other classes. If this is true, roll a new character just for the purpose of looking.

The reason capstones are only for pure class characters is multiclass characters have already received some benefit beyond the abilities of a pure class (or, at least, if they took a healthy multiclass path, they did). Capstones were added to provide some benefit to those choosing to stay pure (even though its sometimes arguable as to if they provide benefit).

[calvinklien]

and the ranger capstone, works with multi shot

and there is alot to be said for a 25% increase in bowfire rate. especially during manyshot, especially if you're hasted, and especially if you have the perfect bow vs whatever boss you face.

[Kaganfindel]

If, as the OP says, you don't do a lot of ranged combat, about the only thing that needs to be said for it is, "I don't use it much." FTR 2 would come with the option to get a haste boost for melee, +1 STR and a couple of feats, yeah? Surely that would be better for a melee character than some ranged perks he won't use.