Rng 12/ Mnk 2 / Clr 6 possibly viable?

[DasGhoti]

Looking through the forums, admittedly sparsely, I saw a thread for unique builds, so I decided to at least try and come up with something. So far, I came up with a Rng 12/ Mnk 2 / Clr 6 spread, high Wis for saves and spells, all the twf "free"ats, and all those goodies etc. I haven't found anything too similar, but it could just be hiding from me. DDO info is fairly hard for me to find in comparison to other MMO databases. I'm wondering if something like this could be viable at all, or if I just created a "Cha based Barb".

So, I'll just leave this here, and we'll go from there.

[Artos_Fabril]

Clr6 = 3rd level spells, rng12+monk2= doubled up on evasion, but plenty of extra feats, plenty of skill points, but no maxing out UMD. You get healing wands and spells, but you can't cast or UMD raise dead or Heal scrolls...

[gavagai]

Looking through the forums, admittedly sparsely, I saw a thread for unique builds, so I decided to at least try and come up with something. So far, I came up with a Rng 12/ Mnk 2 / Clr 6 spread, high Wis for saves and spells, all the twf "free"ats, and all those goodies etc. I haven't found anything too similar, but it could just be hiding from me. DDO info is fairly hard for me to find in comparison to other MMO databases. I'm wondering if something like this could be viable at all, or if I just created a "Cha based Barb".

So, I'll just leave this here, and we'll go from there.

Phidius posted a build for Stryde, a Divine Ranger similar to what you are looking at. But he hasn't updated the thread in a while, so I can't tell you how its working out for him.

Just from what I've picked up with multiclassing casters, more caster levels is better. Level 6 cleric will leave you with weak, short duration buffs and weak healing spells. So if you're going to do this, I'd suggest trying the 12Cleric/6Ranger/2Monk build like Stryde has. All you lose is Tempest II and free GTWF, which aren't huge losses; you gain immeasurable survivability and versatility with Heal, Divine Power, Blade Barrier, Recitation, +4 Shield of Faith, and all the other goodies.

[Bacab]

Maybe even 12FVS/6RNG/2MNK


Though I am not into cross classing casters unless its the 18WIZ/2ROG or 18CLR/MNK or 18FVS/2MNK.

I would think the bonus SP and the Favored Soul enhancements to racial weapons (if elf or drow) would be nice.

[DoctorWhofan]

Maybe even 12FVS/6RNG/2MNK


Though I am not into cross classing casters unless its the 18WIZ/2ROG or 18CLR/MNK or 18FVS/2MNK.

I would think the bonus SP and the Favored Soul enhancements to racial weapons (if elf or drow) would be nice.

THat's better, as an elf, even better.

[gavagai]

THat's better, as an elf, even better.

I like the Elven FvS idea too. Toughness enhancements for more HPs, +1 to hit +2 to damage (with scimitars if elf), resistances, high reflex save for evasion.

But the trade off is having only one 6th level spell; in this case losing one of the best spells in the game, Blade Barrier.

Doesn't seem like you can go majorly wrong in either direction.

The toughest choice with these builds is deciding what class to pursue first, and why.

Option 1: 1 Monk -> 6 Ranger -> 2 Monk -> 12 Cleric/FvS
Option 2: 1 Monk -> 12 Cleric/FvS -> 2 Monk -> 6 Ranger

In my experience with a battle sorc, I liked having level-relevant spells. If this were my build, I would start 1 monk, then power to 11 cleric or 12 FvS for your best spells (Heal, Divine Power, &c), take 2nd Monk again for evasion, then finish with Ranger. But you can take monk 2 earlier if you aren't familiar with quests; I've played the game enough to not need evasion as much until after Gianthold.

Many folks prefer Option 1, and it is really strong with the FvS multiclass. By level 12, you'll have robust melee with ITWF, Tempest, and weapon Specialization; but you'll wait til levels 16-20 for self-cast Divine Power and quickened Heals. Its a matter of choice: that melee power may be more enjoyable to you earlier rather than later. Can't go wrong either way.

[Phidius]

Phidius posted a build for Stryde, a Divine Ranger similar to what you are looking at. But he hasn't updated the thread in a while, so I can't tell you how its working out for him.

Just from what I've picked up with multiclassing casters, more caster levels is better. Level 6 cleric will leave you with weak, short duration buffs and weak healing spells. So if you're going to do this, I'd suggest trying the 12Cleric/6Ranger/2Monk build like Stryde has. All you lose is Tempest II and free GTWF, which aren't huge losses; you gain immeasurable survivability and versatility with Heal, Divine Power, Blade Barrier, Recitation, +4 Shield of Faith, and all the other goodies.

I stopped playing Stryde to focus on TRing Precious... I'm about ready to pick him back up again.

I'm thinking about making him an 11 Cleric/6 Ranger/3 Monk - the 12th cleric doesn't really do a whole lot, but the 3rd monk is a pretty substantial change.

The only problem is that I can't edit the title of the post

I totally agree with you on the importance of more caster levels than melee levels. Phidius is a fun toon to play, but he's complete and utter c.r.a.p compared to Gemstone.

[SEMPER]

Clr6 = 3rd level spells, rng12+monk2= doubled up on evasion, but plenty of extra feats, plenty of skill points, but no maxing out UMD. You get healing wands and spells, but you can't cast or UMD raise dead or Heal scrolls...

just so u know u wont use umd to cast those raise dead or heal scrolls it will be a caster level check as i have a 6/5/2 ranger/cleric/monk atm that can throw heal scrolls and raise dead scrolls np but the overall build will be 12cleric/6ranger/2monk as i want my Heal spell and some of the other benefits from the higher caster spells