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The Ranger Reborn

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Wilderness survival comes down to more than just how many spells you know.

Because you don't have enough options to fix the ranger yet, I'm offering another one. Trust me though, this is one you'll want to see because it will either make you furious about what I have done or make you fall in love with the ranger all over again.

This variant on the ranger class very nearly completely redesigns what was presented in the PHB. The new options here shine a spotlight on the ranger as a wilderness survivalist dedicated to erradicating a few chosen foes that threaten the lands they inhabit.

Be sure to check the previews out, but here's a summary of what has changed:

  • Spells are gone (not entirely, as you'll see)
  • Favored Enemy mechanics are significantly expanded so that your choice opens up unique options, very similar to the ones from the Hunter archetype
  • Favored Terrain bonuses are more flexible so that you can apply some of your skill to other environments
  • Hit and run tactics from the Unearthed Arcana playtest are used and combat styles are broadened

In addition, the class was kept compatible with the existing ranger archetypes. Inside you'll find the new Dragonslayer and Warden ranger archetypes, with the Warden bringing magic back into the class in a somewhat more simplified and evocative way.

You'll also find some rules for building urban rangers, including introducing firearms from my previous work on the Gunslinger.

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David A February 15, 2016 10:35 pm UTC
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I had a lot of fun working on this redesign. Rangers have always drawn my attention because of their wilderness skill, but I have never enjoyed messing with their spellcasting ability. I've always used alternative rules that replace their spells, or else I end up forgetting to even use them because in my head they don't blend elegantly into the execution at the table. I have poked my head in a lot of holes around the internet and seen a vast collection of ideas for "fixing" the Ranger after Wizards took a stab at it with their Unearthed Arcana article. My take on the Ranger puts a lot of what I like front and center in the class. I was inspired by the Hunter archetype and the 5e playtest versions of the Ranger before that, so making sure that you could make really specific narrative choices that were reinforced by mechanics that had a more open implementation was paramount in focusing my design. Hopefully the result is something that anyone can enjoy.
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Carl C February 14, 2016 3:58 pm UTC
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The thrill behind this ranger, other than the stunning cover art, is the martial power infused with natural energy. The current class in players handbook, pulled back on the physicality and tried to add a spell component, however the balance could not be struck between combat and utility. With this ranger you start seeing how nature influenced his journey and fuels his martial skill set.
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David Adams
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Eric Lofgren, Daniel Comerci, Fat Goblin Games, DMs Guild Stock
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