The Lifeguard: A Swimcleric build

**Raoull** · 02-21-2011, 05:54 PM

Originally Posted by lekkus

Oh this is great for dipping in lava pools too! Thanks!

Oddly enough... I found myself swimming in lava the other day.

For the record, in deep lava you can swim down, just like water. The Demon Queens lava pool isn't that deep though, perhaps 6-8 feet total. The bottom was rather featureless. I was a bit disappointed, it would have been a great place for odd easter eggs. Or perhaps a collectible spot that is nearly impossible to use.

Mind you.. I was dead. Its much safer that way. (We had someone die and get stuck in a wall in the lava in the raid. So post-completion I, and a few others, tried resurrecting. We'd get out of range errors from the top, and out of range from the portal safe spot. So we'd jump off and try while floating down..... Once mid float I did get in range... and got "blocked" as my error. On one try I was able to successfully do the lavahop/heal trick back to the portal... on the second try I died on the "coast" of the portal spot. Couldn't do it though, no raid loot for him.... he was stuck good, even his ghost couldn't move.)

**Anthios888** · 02-21-2011, 06:03 PM

I think you're just not taking this seriously enough. All of the good swimclerics splash /2 rogue for evading sharks and spinning blades. AND swim is a class skill.

**doubledge** · 02-21-2011, 06:05 PM

swimcleric must have good heal skill, in order to revive unconscious people in the water.

**silverraven** · 02-21-2011, 07:27 PM

I have got to congratulate you on a well thought out build....however like those people who sing those stupid songs stuck in my head I have to second Hordo's "OH Nooo" cause now I have to roll one too

The lavadiver has promise but not enough lava to justify an entire build

**Furare** · 02-21-2011, 07:31 PM

Originally Posted by silverraven

The lavadiver has promise but not enough lava to justify an entire build

You've clearly never played with me...

(The OP could tell you some stories.)

**Doomcrew** · 02-21-2011, 07:37 PM

You could always call it the "Hasselhoff the Kende... err halfling
build........

**Iwinbyrollup** · 02-21-2011, 08:08 PM

I have gone ahead and designed a Lifebard build. It's a 17 Cleric/3 Bard Swimcleric build. I've included information on the skills as well since they're a bit complex as they're focused around maximizing the gains during the Bard levels. Notably, you can flip Perform and UMD if you want to max UMD instead of Perform.

Code:

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Lifebard 
Level 20 Neutral Good Human Male
(17 Cleric \ 3 Bard) 
Hit Points: 286
Spell Points: 1222 
BAB: 14\14\19\24
Fortitude: 14
Reflex: 8
Will: 17

                  Starting          Feat/Enhancement
Abilities        Base Stats          Modified Stats
(32 Point)       (Level 1)             (Level 20)
Strength             16                    22
Dexterity             8                    10
Constitution         14                    17
Intelligence         12                    14
Wisdom               14                    18
Charisma             14                    18

Tomes Used
+2 Tome of Strength used at level 7
+2 Tome of Dexterity used at level 7
+2 Tome of Constitution used at level 7
+2 Tome of Intelligence used at level 7
+2 Tome of Wisdom used at level 7
+2 Tome of Charisma used at level 7

                  Starting          Feat/Enhancement
                 Base Skills         Modified Skills
Skills           (Level 1)            (Level 20)
Balance               3                     4
Bluff                 2                     4
Concentration         6                    25
Diplomacy             2                     4
Disable Device        n/a                   n/a
Haggle                6                     8
Heal                  2                     6
Hide                 -1                     0
Intimidate            2                     4
Jump                  7                    10
Listen                2                     4
Move Silently        -1                     0
Open Lock            n/a                    n/a
Perform               6                    27
Repair                1                     2
Search                1                     2
Spot                  2                     4
Swim                  7                    33
Tumble                3                     4
Use Magic Device      6                    18

Level 1 (Bard)
Skill: Balance (+4)
Skill: Concentration (+4)
Skill: Haggle (+4)
Skill: Jump (+4)
Skill: Perform (+4)
Skill: Swim (+4)
Skill: Tumble (+4)
Skill: Use Magic Device (+4)
Feat: (Human Bonus) Extend Spell
Feat: (Selected) Toughness


Level 2 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+0.5)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 3 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+0.5)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Feat: (Selected) Skill Focus: Swim


Level 4 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+0.5)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 5 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+0.5)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 6 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+0.5)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Feat: (Selected) Empower Healing Spell


Level 7 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+0.5)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 8 (Bard)
Skill: Perform (+4)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Skill: Use Magic Device (+4)


Level 9 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Feat: (Selected) Power Attack


Level 10 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 11 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 12 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Feat: (Selected) Quicken Spell


Level 13 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 14 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 15 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Feat: (Selected) Improved Critical: Slashing Weapons


Level 16 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 17 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)


Level 18 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Feat: (Selected) Maximize Spell


Level 19 (Bard)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Skill: Use Magic Device (+6)


Level 20 (Cleric)
Skill: Concentration (+1)
Skill: Perform (+1)
Skill: Swim (+1)
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Attack I
Enhancement: Bard Inspired Damage I
Enhancement: Cleric Radiant Servant I
Enhancement: Cleric Radiant Servant II
Enhancement: Unyielding Sovereignty
Enhancement: Follower of the Sovereign Host
Enhancement: Human Adaptability Constitution I
Enhancement: Human Greater Adaptability Strength I
Enhancement: Human Improved Recovery I
Enhancement: Human Versatility I
Enhancement: Human Versatility II
Enhancement: Human Versatility III
Enhancement: Human Versatility IV
Enhancement: Racial Toughness I
Enhancement: Racial Toughness II
Enhancement: Racial Toughness III
Enhancement: Improved Heal I
Enhancement: Improved Heal II
Enhancement: Improved Swim I
Enhancement: Cleric Prayer of Life I
Enhancement: Cleric Prayer of Incredible Life I
Enhancement: Cleric Life Magic I
Enhancement: Cleric Life Magic II
Enhancement: Cleric Life Magic III
Enhancement: Cleric Life Magic IV
Enhancement: Cleric Energy of the Zealot I
Enhancement: Cleric Energy of the Zealot II
Enhancement: Cleric Wisdom I
Enhancement: Cleric Wisdom II
Enhancement: Cleric Divine Might I
Enhancement: Cleric Divine Might II
Enhancement: Cleric Divine Might III
Enhancement: Cleric Improved Turning I
Enhancement: Cleric Wand and Scroll Mastery I
Enhancement: Cleric Wand and Scroll Mastery II
Enhancement: Cleric Wand and Scroll Mastery III
Enhancement: Cleric Wand and Scroll Mastery IV

**Furare** · 02-21-2011, 08:10 PM

As an addendum to the above post, I should mention that I already created one of his prototype Lifebards:

**evilgardengnome** · 02-21-2011, 08:20 PM

Originally Posted by doubledge

swimcleric must have good heal skill, in order to revive unconscious people in the water.

The OP is not taking this build serious without max Listen ranks as well. swimming fast means nothing without the ability hear screaming, splashing, and bubbles popping.

**cardmj1** · 02-21-2011, 11:01 PM

To the OP, OMFG! I don't know if I should pull you up on the guild ship and beat you for the damage you have done to mine and everyone else's keyboard or roll up a Lifeguard with you.

<sniff>

<searches thru the chest of drawers and pulls out a bikini> The water had better be warm!!!!

Seriously, +1

**tekkentroop** · 02-22-2011, 06:50 AM

This thread is very instructive, but lacks equipment suggestions so far.

Of course the build cant wear armor, but goggles should be ok... a cloak would be useful but has to be unequipped before entering the water.

Newbie question: Is there a Bikini in DDO?

ah, and I think Amela Panderson would be a nice name for a female swimcleric... do elves have bonuses to swimming? Figure-wise, a human would be advantageous, though...

**Iwinbyrollup** · 02-22-2011, 07:23 AM

Originally Posted by tekkentroop

Newbie question: Is there a Bikini in DDO?

I was thinking about this very question, although more in relation to my male swimcleric. It occurs to me that a swimcleric should never be wearing heavy armor, but even robes and outfits are too interfering. So yes, a swimcleric should always be in his or her undergarments. However, a few of the armor kits might provide a suitable suit for swimming. There is one in particular that makes the female characters look rather like belly dancers when used on...a robe, I think, although maybe it's an outfit. You might want to look into that one; although the long, flowing pants may obstruct swimming, it is still mostly functional as a swimsuit for a dedicated swimcleric. I forget the name of the specific armor kit though.

**Zogdor** · 02-22-2011, 07:29 AM

I have a lowbie monk and barb (currently both level 5) that I'd run with you on Khyber, this toon sounds like he'd be fun to run with!

**geoffhanna** · 02-22-2011, 08:19 AM

Pure awesomeness

I wonder what a 78 swim will be able to do in water? Will you be faster swimming than running? LOL I hope you do build this and let us know

Oh and +1

**voodoogroves** · 02-22-2011, 09:00 AM

Originally Posted by Iwinbyrollup

I was thinking about this very question, although more in relation to my male swimcleric. It occurs to me that a swimcleric should never be wearing heavy armor, but even robes and outfits are too interfering. So yes, a swimcleric should always be in his or her undergarments. However, a few of the armor kits might provide a suitable suit for swimming. There is one in particular that makes the female characters look rather like belly dancers when used on...a robe, I think, although maybe it's an outfit. You might want to look into that one; although the long, flowing pants may obstruct swimming, it is still mostly functional as a swimsuit for a dedicated swimcleric. I forget the name of the specific armor kit though.

Some of the armor kits are pretty ... spare ... this is the Killer Leaf with Munchies on a human

http://f00.inventorspot.com/images/S...ist_custom.jpg

**tgu** · 02-22-2011, 10:15 AM

There is times in life when something epic comes along that deserves epic status. This build, is epic status.

**jakeelala** · 02-22-2011, 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by evilgardengnome

The OP is not taking this build serious without max Listen ranks as well. swimming fast means nothing without the ability hear screaming, splashing, and bubbles popping.

This guy is incontrovertible. YOU MUST hae high or max ranks in Spot and Listen if you want to truly save lives in the water. I used to be a lifeguard. Plus it brings that much more flavor to the build.

Also...

Call it the Hasslehoff.

**cardmj1** · 02-22-2011, 10:30 AM

Originally Posted by jakeelala

This guy is incontrovertible. YOU MUST hae high or max ranks in Spot and Listen if you want to truly save lives in the water. I used to be a lifeguard. Plus it brings that much more flavor to the build.

Also...

Call it the Hasslehoff.

With clerics high wisdom scores and goggles of the eagle, high spot is assured.

**Furare** · 02-22-2011, 10:46 AM

Originally Posted by cardmj1

With clerics high wisdom scores and goggles of the eagle, high spot is assured.

I believe Listen is a Wisdom skill as well, right?

**voodoogroves** · 02-22-2011, 12:09 PM

Just an FYI - the new event should allow you to put +15 on a hat. A pirate hat.

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