D&D 5e Cleric Class Guide ~ Excuse Me, Do You Have a Moment to Talk About...

[@Killo464]

I'm sorry, but at 3:37 it says "Clerics use Intelligence as their spellcasting ability" That is wrong, they use Wisdom.

[@DontStopThinking]

Ah, you're right! I must have missed the small text. Thanks for that.

[@Killo464]

No worries man, keep it up! Always could use more D&D info out there.

[@FlyingDominion]

Cody Sams no, it says wisdom, both in writing and in the audio.

[@Killo464]

Flynn Curtis I never said that the video didn't eventually have the right information I merely stated that at the timestamp I included it was wrong. Now click the time stamp and pause. Does it say wisdom?

[@FlyingDominion]

Cody Sams I see what you mean now. I didn't pause before clicking the timestamp, so I thought you were talking about the information that popped up right after. My apologies, you are correct.

[@Forstrei.]

Thank you for highlighting clerics as "not just healers." All of my friends get so angry at me when I don't take all the healing spells, and they won't listen when I tell them that's not the cleric's only skill set. Now I can just show them this ^_^

[@DontStopThinking]

Yep, there's more to the cleric than meets the eye. I think an all cleric group from different domains can even make a balanced party.

[@yurika12]

A.J. Draper as a corpsman we were taught the best kind of battlefield medicine is to put enemies down first and fast. I use this mindset when playing my favorite class, the cleric. Plus sometimes the support/defensive magic is more efficient. Like bless, if I had a nickel for each time someone would have missed by one only for bless to make the difference I'd be rich. It works for saving throws too, wich is very nice

[@AustArrowsplitter]

Don't Stop Thinking I don't play much 5e, but it holds true across all editions. I'm playing a cleric of Erastil in Pathfinder who, at first glance, looks for all the world like an Archer Ranger. At least until he summons some Hound Archons as backup, or drops a Holy Smite.

[@tobiasskudstrup3313]

Clerics don't heal, they "prolong life expectancies" which means that if you can help the party not get hurt you are successful. If the enemy can't find you, can't reach you or can't hit you, they can't kill you. There are many more spells that help to achieve this and provides many more rpg opportunities than healing.

[@thelamb9961]

As a cleric I charge my party members for healing unless they are about to die

[@respectblindfolds7411]

Sure, a level 11 Cleric can use True Seeing, but can he see why kids love Cinnamon Toast Crunch?

[@DontStopThinking]

Truly a question worthy of a quest.

[@genroynoisis6980]

it'd take 100 million years for deep thought to decipher.

[@TJTrickster]

Really?

[@blakethesnake6686]

can he see why people eat Special K?

[@largehippo2408]

who cant?

[@kiba_the_lucky]

Excuse me, sir, but do you have a moment to talk about our lord and saviour "Inflict Wounds"?

[@jacobcooper1407]

Gnokx Fastpaw my favourite!

[@Lubeck0451]

Laughs in fireball

[@kkTeaz]

I *wish* you a merry Christmas

[@diegobaldwin3549]

I love that spell (when it works), once we were fighting a giant ass skeleton with an enormous axe, and me, an angelic succubus cleric (don’t ask why), was left alone with him. I was level 1, so I had to swing my old trusty mace and smack him with necrotic damage. And I freaking rolled a fricking 27. So this ángel bitch just almost one shot this giant ass skeleton. He was left 1 hit point away from dying. So then my pal just threw his axe at him. I love clerics.

[@DontStopThinking]

Hey everyone, sorry for having the video previously appearing and disappearing like that. Someone had pointed out that there was a massive error on screen. So I fixed it and re-uploaded the video. Thanks to that person who pointed out the error. 👍

[@greensquidman1451]

Don't Stop Thinking don't worry about those tiny mistakes as Long as u keep uploading we'll keep watching

[@yurika12]

Don't Stop Thinking btw I think there may have been a big advantage to include some mention on consecration spells and material cost to some. If memory serves I belive clerics have the most of both and it would be very beneficial for people to know that they need that 500gp diamond to cast raise dead. Iv seen some people's plans being thwarted because they were aware. Or not being able to have bless and shield of faith on. Etc. Not sure if including info like that is part of your prescription for how you structure your videos. But as a veteran Cleric player and to try to help people avoid those mistakes I made. Including some not so intuitive tips may be beneficial. There are more tips for new Cleric players but I think those two I mentioned are more fundamental.

[@RottenRogerDM]

I have a 1 sheet double column page which lists all the material components and the cost. The Grand total from across all spell this is 84,037 GP.

[@FlyingDominion]

Yurika he mentioned concentration in the spellcasting episode, but I don't think he went over material components. Thanks for bringing it up.

[@n.p5487]

Don't Stop Thinking do you have any tips for me, a chaotic evil high elf cleric that believes in the god of the dead, Kelemvor?

[@cooltv2776]

I love the storyline that was going on in the background

[@tiagorosa9698]

Alex Gregory He could make an actual gameplay video with the characters from the guides. It would be awesome!

[@BloodFatality11]

im a beginner in DnD and as my first character I started with someone a little unorthodox one might add. I made a female Yaun-ti cleric, and I use the trickery domain to hide her physical appearance from those unaccepting of her race and such. I would say that's one way of using the domain.

[@Jader7777]

12:03 Trickery has one of the best channel divinity in the whole game! "Invoke Duplicity". It allows you to create a duplicate of yourself and the duplicate can be used to cast spells. Your duplicate can move 120f away from you and start blasting enemies, from a distance it looks and acts just like you, baiting out powerful effects and attacks from other creatures without any risk to yourself. It also gives you advantage on attacks if you're within melee, which means it functions just like Pack Tactics. Also you forgot to mention Monk as part of cleric multiclassing.

[@gabrielrockman]

Trickery also has the best Domain spell list of any of the Domains. They even get Polymorph. At level 3 they get Mirror Image, which works together quite nicely with Invoke Duplicity.

[@pinkliongaming8769]

Monk/Cleric = Inflict Punch

[@Jager248]

I had to flip off the screen when you called out Trickery as the worst domain. Taking one dip into rogue, you can give yourself sneak attack with your illusion

[@yurika12]

Haha! The paladin at the end having the Teto drill pigtails 10/10

[@chricechiu3673]

ww I absolutely love those twindrills Kasane Teto FTW ww

[@yoko3182]

The grave domain in Xanathar's Guide to Everything gives life domain a run for its money as best healer.

[@smile-tl9in]

the grave domain is my favorit. Allow me o play a spooky vodoo witch doctor who speak with the spirits of the dead, and mecanicallly make sure your party NEVER dies

[@valfardakaborkbork8113]

Multiclass to be able to create undead or constucts. Remember, your party won't need as much healing if there's a zombie to soak up the damage. Be carefull not to anger your god though...

[@TennisPrince1]

I love these even though I know how to make a character. Well thought out and fun to watch. Keep up the great work and I cannot wait to see what you have for the other classes! XD

[@planetkhaos7473]

New subscriber here. Thanks for all the great DnD videos. After 30 years away, I'm rediscovering my interest in DnD and these videos are perfect for me to learn all the changes. And wow....classes are so much more complex than what I played back in the day. I wish someone would create a Wow-type game but using 5e DnD rules and characters and classes. One can dream.

[@idiocyincorporated7635]

thank you for this video and all the others. i'm getting into D&D for the first time and I'm making a war cleric, these videos have been a lot of help. I can't wait to get started.

[@andreataccone2564]

Trickery domain is one of the best for the domain spells, like Pass without a trace, Polimorf, Dimension door and Modify memory

[@MasticinaAkicta]

Very Nice, very clear information and with 7 different choices useful to have around. I am happy that a cleric doesn't has to be only a healer. You can do so much more. My choice? War Cleric, magical support to bash skulls in yes.

[@TrNdke]

Your videos are amazing! The clearest, most concise information I've found for learning 5e, whether you're a new to D&D or coming from an earlier edition. I'm going to make sure my players contribute to your Patreon! Keep up the good work! I especially like your class videos. Can you do Bard and Monk soon?

[@DontStopThinking]

You will be pleasantly surprised pretty soon.

[@dustlass]

How about having a player that rolls a Tempest Cleric that worships Thor have to face off against a Trickster Cleric that worships Loki?

[@dustlass]

Dang, I thought of something better. Tempest Cleric that serves Thor but is constantly tempted by Loki to serve him instead.

[@adg_himself]

Thanks for the information! New D and D player! Love using cleric (I am in my first campaign) I currently use light domain and really enjoy it.

[@Tylernal]

This channel is very underrated! Keep up the good work and animations!

[@DudeYowhatsup]

A note for the trickery domain cleric: Although, in my opinion, this domain has some appeal to it like being able to help a team that isn't incredible proficient in stealth be able to sneak away with advantage, creating a duplicate yourself (it's only an illusion not real), or turn invisible without using a spell slot with your channel divinity, I would only select this domain for multi-classing. Even then, I would only put 6-7 levels into a trickery domain cleric at maximum (to get 2 pretty powerful spells at lvl 7, or just settle with the channel divinity invisibility). I believe multi-class rouge-cleric would make the best use of what the trickery domain has to offer. The extra spells and traits from the cleric would make for a rouge who can help for getting the party out of dodge when the situation turns dire. Also, the duplicate that can be summoned from the trickery domain acts as a party member for sneak attack (flanking) when you and the duplicate are within 5ft of an enemy.

[@SoulApollo]

I've actually been playing a multiclass character like this and it's a lot of fun if you enjoy playing a more "jack of all trades" type character but still lean towards certain specialities. Our party consists of a Fighter/Warlock, Wizard, Warlock and myself so having someone who can cover all the bases to some degree has been rather helpful. Not to mention you can always find a way to set up your sneak attack whether it be through the duplicate, turning invisible (both channel divinity) or a guiding bolt to set up for the next turn/action point. Having the disengage action can also be really helpful as a caster if you don't have the Warcasting feat.

[@theannihilator1173]

Thank you! This really helped when our group needed a cleric(mostly healer) and I was the only one who had not yet made a character for the campaign, I thank you for making this video and as I now say to you: “Excuse Me, But do you have a moment to talk about our lord and savior -Rick Astley, John cena, Gordon Ramsay, Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, Ra, Beerus, Anubis, the DOOM Slayer, Slaanesh, Tachanka,- *Korne?* ”

[@Amanoob105]

"Or just drop the religious aspect altogether". Hmm.... So an atheist or agnostic cleric? His divine magic comes from his belief that you don't need to worship any gods? That's....A pretty convincing argument if he's still able to cast them. I'm guessing that might be a Knowledge or Solidarity Domain (though I can see an argument for it being Trickery)? I really like this idea as a character concept.

[@idiocyincorporated7635]

I played around with a "logic domain" cleric. His power comes from disbelief rather then belief and focuses on dispelling magic, hurting magical creatures, and providing knowledge/experience buffs to himself and the party. I also made a "god" of logic that insists he isn't a god, as well as rewards followers for sound well thought out arguments and theories.

[@kkTeaz]

@@idiocyincorporated7635 "hey technically if I say you're healed and you believe me you are healed" +22 hp

[@manic234]

IDK man being able to cast inflict wounds from safety is pretty lit

[@Asdisification]

Excelent animations! :) Keep up, we want to see more classes.

[@underhaykids6861]

Another Play suggestion i have is to use a half elf Cleric as a mixed offensive/healing role (light domain), or a Dragonborn Tank-healer (life domain).

[@TenshuraX]

I'm currently playing a life domain cleric for a d&d game. and my character is actually one of the more damaging characters with a team of 2 rogues and a sorcerer. and they actually mainly use necromantic spells like inflict wounds, and its worked out well so far with only a few people thinking my character is Satan... okay more than a few

[@neonlove5456]

If you are a super creative person then the domain of trickery is really really good.

[@michaelrottenbacher4200]

Holy shit the quality of those videos. Good job mate

[@robertpayne7442]

I've multi classed my Bladelock with Cleric War Domain and I really like the armour proficiency and extra spell slots and the ability to heal others :D Would seriously recommend people multi class with the Cleric or Fighter

[@Xifihas]

As a cleric, you have power of a wizard and the survivability of a fighter. You have to roleplay a bit, but it's worth the cost. Clerics are awesome!

[@mme.veronica735]

Once again the title is awesome. Keep up the amazing work.

[@tiagorosa9698]

hahaha I like the title. Nice work as always CJ!

[@Goombalove3000]

Everyone in the comments is saying paladin will be next, but i saw that triple exclamation point and just immediately thought 'bard'. ;)

[@DontStopThinking]

Woah...

[@apala734]

is this loss? 1:16

[@DontStopThinking]

Congrats.

[@apala734]

Nice

[@geromlarayos6696]

Do a Intelligence Saving throw...

[@axell15thewispmaster51]

CJ: *Says that Domain Of Trickery is the weakest one* Jester of Mighty Nine: Am I a joke to you?

[@fedoratheharbinger1726]

Starting a DnD soon as a Goliath Cleric - should be fun

[@moonshineman33]

You said that the domain of life gives you proficiency in heavy armor. The domain of war also gives you proficiency in heavy armor but also with martial weapons as well.

[@meredithswanson6873]

I play cleric as a damage/healer. It's a lot of fun tbh!

[@thebloggingchef]

Do the bard! A lot of players don't quiet get that amazing class

[@tiagorosa9698]

Andrew Munoz Yes!!!

[@smile-tl9in]

trickery clerics is actually one of the best cleric domain. While their abilities are lackluster, their domain spells are all very powerful spells that don't figure on the cleric spell list. Clerics are casters first so domain spells are one the most important feature of a domain. Some highlights include pass without trace, which can turn the whole party into rogues, and polymorph who's the best 4th level spell in the game and one of the best "healing" spell too, as well as dimension door. The class feature also combo well with pass without trace, by nullifying the disadvantage of heavy armor wearing fighters, and wearing only light armor isn't that much of a problem when you're a stealthy high dexterity character allowing. In essence a trickery cleric not only is good at stealth, it makes everyone good at stealth too allowing ambush tactics and not having to split the party when scouting. Take the urchin background and it makes the rogue obsolete. And all of that on a cleric chassis, who can do respectable damage per round using spells such as spirit guardians and spiritual weapon.

[@joshuaestrada6042]

If you want to get close to a Shaolin monk I would suggest monk cross class into cleric because the Shaolin were practitioners of Buddhism and make buddah their deity and I think the domain of the Buddha would be of the life domain and knowledge domain if your into that sort of thing that would be something I would do if I were a monk in dnd

[@pogeman2345]

Based on the ending, I'm guessing the next class is going to be the paladin? Also, will you also be doing a race guide after this as well? Asking because a dragonborn player of mine ritually forgets he has a breath weapon so I want to show him your vid to remind him. Anyways, I love that overarching story you have with the animations! Keep up the good work!

[@ragoth6207]

I actually have to disagree with the concept of the trickery archetype. Not every class has to have self benefits and can just benefit the party. It allows a character who has no real stealth potential to benefit another player who has the ability, and maybe potentially already good at stealth to lend them a hand for free. Perhaps the party just has one scout character who would appreciate any help they can get, hell could be your party doesn't have a stealth character or the fighter has heavy armor that would normally give him disadvantage. Trickery archetype is something I put on a Barbarian Gnome when we needed healing and help with stealth. Just a few examples for you to think about, but Jo Folly the Gnome Barbarian/Trickery Cleric sends his regards.

[@DontStopThinking]

You're right Ragoth, in a cohesive party with the right composition, the trickster cleric can be pretty useful. But it does get frustrating when all the conditions are not met, especially for a group of new players.

[@yurika12]

Ragoth T. It's all relative. It highly depends on party make up and campaign setting. I think what he meant, and I agree with, that it's more niche than the other architypes.

[@FlyingDominion]

I think the campaign is an important thing to factor in as well. In an unlawful party, this is the prime domain. Charm Person at 1st level and Disuse Self will both get plenty of use, Blink at 5th is really nice, and we shouldn't gloss over Dominate Person at 9th level. This domain is perfect for subterfuge, misdirection, and infiltration.

[@AbsoluteMongoloid]

Trickery domain doesn't just focus on stealth. Stealth is just extra fluff for them. The real bread and butter lies in their illusions. Making use of full cover, corners and anything else too big to require a stealth roll gives you time to Disguise Self, Invoke Duplicity, or any number of options. Hide in plain sight, as they say. If you can get Minor Illusion via Magic Initiate, you can even hide inside your own Illusion, then Invoke Duplicity and leave as your Duplicate. No one would suspect a thing, unless they touch you. The Trickery Domain doesn't just include ninjas or whatever. They charm, dominate, and teleport their way into their goals.

[@Dracobyte]

Great video as always!!!!!

[@LordBartholomeus]

Very clear once again! Keep up the good work! :)

[@balthasar7282]

Wow one of the best channels I can find

[@legendarydigitize2523]

For multiclassing 1 level of cleric, life domain Grants heavy armor proficiency, increase in minimum amount heal, bless, cure wounds and 1 other 1st level cleric spell Then you can go as another full caster the rest of the levels You can dump wis in this case if you start cleric too And just invest on either in or cha Dont forget to have 15 str minimum for the best heavy armor though

[@RottenRogerDM]

13:13 Armor is spelled aromor. Don't worry about unless you bring the video down for something else.

[@DontStopThinking]

Nice catch, Roger. I should drink double espresso from now on.

[@beastwarsFTW]

For multiclassing a cleric I would say monk although I think that works better on druids but still you get an armor bonus based on you casting stat but it does help more when you can't have metal armor.

[@DontStopThinking]

I am not too sure about Monks because they can't use their martial arts feature if they have any piece of armor on them or wield a shield. Multiclassing as monks is almost like having two different class in one rather than a complementary fit.

[@beastwarsFTW]

Ok thats fair, I think fighter work but I don't know

[@ayylmao4885]

I don't think that any the blessing of the trickster is that bad. If you already have a decent stealth bonus the getting your paladin or sorcerer through a difficult stealth check can be really useful.

[@mastablastarocks]

I just came up with an interesting idea. Changeling cleric where their divergent persona is that of the deity they worship.

[@awesomeness1122]

You forgot the eighth domain in the monster Manuel. The death one.

[@chin-hui9446]

That's a undead fallen paladen not cleric

[@clarkkid13]

There are death clerics. Also, forge clerics

[@butwhy6040]

And also grave clerics

[@zaiddeanda6508]

Hello! It would be awesome if you upload those charts including proficiencies, skills, saving throws, etc. They are awesome!

[@LordBrittish]

This gets a like for the title alone. Had to laugh a bit at it. 😆

[@tjortiz7466]

"The cleric is the most versatile class in dnd." Me:"what about the bard."

[@andreataccone2564]

Pick the Trickery domain

[@andersjensen3211]

I just Benchwatch your how to dnd love the animation style, simple but quite informative. think I will use this kind of visuals for my dnd group. so thanks for the Idear (. . . please ignore the thief "borrowing" the artstyle. . .) P.S. hope to see the Monk soon it's was my first character and favorit class :D

[@wd5082]

👍Righteous Instructions bro!!👍

[@josielister7137]

Really helpful, Thank you!

[@caelgumz5603]

I have an idea: a party comprised of clerics called the a-men

[@chrisoliver8979]

Got here from JoCat didn't ya? Don't steal jokes bro

[@crimsonwizahd2358]

@@chrisoliver8979 Bold words for someone in Fireball range.

[@mantismega484]

Didn't they add more cleric archtypes? Nevermind that was recent

[@prudentparatrooper385]

Multi classing with A Cleric depends on what your playing. A nature cleric multiclassing into Ranger can give you the Ranger feel without losing on the Armor Rangers need. Trickery is good for Bard or Rogue classes allowing another person to sneak around with you to complete tasks. War Cleric basically works well with any class that you want to be more damage focused Fighter, Rogue, and Ranger all work well with War Cleric Multiclass.

[@mme.veronica735]

Is the Paladin next?

[@DontStopThinking]

Unfortunately, no. It will be a while until it's her turn.

[@Dutchofclass]

I support this :)

[@bradleymiller1419]

Ivan Heikkinen PALIDINS NEXT PLZ

[@ChanceDrive]

so whats next then if not paladin? alos nice story going on in the background X3

[@geromlarayos6696]

Roll for Video Initiative...

[@tanalias4047]

me and my friends want to start playing D&D

[@DontStopThinking]

Excellent! Joining games has never been easier with the resurgence of D&D's popularity. You can find groups online easily or ask your local gaming & Comic book store for any gaming groups.

[@shmuckling]

Trickery is generally agreed on as the least useful Cleric domain. BTW, when you multiclass, you don't get all of the proficiencies of your second class - no class grants heavy armor proficiency when you multiclass into it(P164, PHB). I play a Hill Dwarf Life Cleric now, but would love to try Tempest someday - wrath of the storm makes it more acceptable to sacrifice the shield for a maul.

[@thebloggingchef]

shmuckling If you multiclass into Cleric, you get to pick your domain immediately as all Clerics do at 1st level. If you pick the Life domain, you get heavy armor proficiency.

[@shmuckling]

app.roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/Character%20Advancement#content Roll20, Character Advancement: It's not the 5E PHB, but it's as close to it as you can get online - halfway down this page is "Multiclassing" and the "multiclassing proficiencies table". Read the text above it and notice how other classes that get heavy armor proficiency by default, like the Fighter and Paladin, also don't grant heavy armor proficiency when multiclassed into. You get to keep all the proficiencies of your original class, but all the other classes you multiclass into don't grant the same proficiencies as if you started with them. The simple way around that is to decide which proficiencies matter to you and your character and start with that class first. Or just ask the DM to house rule it.

[@shmuckling]

I understand that the Domains of Cleric make it seem like different Domains might get different multiclassing proficiencies, but what about the Fighter and Paladin? While you can build both a Dex or Str fighter, Dex Paladins with Dex-based armor are a lot less common, as the Paladin lacks the Archery fighting style and Smite is a melee weapon mechanic. If the Paladin doesn't grand heavy armor when multiclassed into, it would be kind of weird if the Cleric did... just my 2c.

[@thebloggingchef]

You would still get the heavy armor proficiency because is has to do with the class path, not the class in general. The whole point of multiclassing is to get the classes bonus, one of which is heavy armor with a particular domain.

[@shmuckling]

Interesting... I guess I'd buy that. That puts Clerics on a whole new level as a class and nobody would be happier about that than me - I love Clerics and would love to multiclass into a heavy armor domain every time I'm playing a class that doesn't get it. I already felt that the Clerics were one of the best designed and most powerful classes in 5E - counting this in, they are far above any other class on my list. This would make them the only class that grants heavy armor proficiency when muticlassed into... that I can think of.

[@radyjko8590]

I wonder what class will be next, now that all of the main character classes are done

[@zexus480]

13:30 DAMMIT PALADIN

[@crodd92]

Nice video, would you do a video about monks? 👊

[@DontStopThinking]

Yup, I will make videos for all classes.

[@crodd92]

Don't Stop Thinking Awesome! I'm looking forward to it 😊

[@rictoectol9814]

How do you think Jester is doing on Critical Role? The trickery cleric seems to be a better support in larger groups.

[@leonardorossi998]

12:41 I feel war domain is also pretty badly designed: Its enhanced melee capabilities are next to useless, because they conflict with action economy: the extra attack as a bonus action feature, for example, conflicts with Spiritual Weapon, which easily becomes stronger than your melee strikes. Their spell list is also unimpressive. I think you have better use for concentration than smites. The only one that could potentially be useful is Crusader's Mantle, but only if you have party members capable of summoning a lot of creatures, or you make an undead army yourself. And in this case, you will have less undead because you need a 3rd level spell slot. Also, in general Clerics in 5e are still the monsters we all know and love, but they focus much more on spellcasting strategies, such as the Spirit Weapon + Spirit Guardians combo. Which means that the limited improvements to melee aren't good enough to offset the magic arsenal clerics have. The only effective thing they have is their channel divinity. Funny thing is, despite the feature that allows you to apply it to others, it's much more valuable if you use it on yourself. Because you are the one with highly damaging spells that require you to make an attack in the form of Inflict Wounds and Guiding Bolt. Other melee character will get their damage from doing multiple attacks per turn, and thus improving a single attack won't be as important. Paladins might have some use out of it to use smite, but they can choose to use up their slot only AFTER they are sure their attack connects. You don't have such a luxury. IMHO, if you want a domain that gives you a more combat oriented cleric, I'd choose Forge. It's more focused on defense, giving you bonuses to AC and fire resistance (and shield, if you use the UA one), which complements your frontline spellcasting and doesn't try to replace it. You also get Animate Objects at level 9, which further turns you into a battle tank that can cast scary spells. Also, you can offer a unique contribution to your pary outside of combat: you can create specific objects thanks to your channel divinity, and once you get the Fabricate spells there's almost no limit to what you can create, and also means your party will get plate armors at level 7, which is great if your DM doesn't give you much money.

[@idiocyincorporated7635]

war domain doesn't give you smites. it gives a bunch of other really good combat spells though like spiritual guardians and spiritual weapon. the bonus action attack is usefull when you are low on spell slots, in early levels, or if you have a very powerful weapon.

[@leonidasmalekakis7366]

you didn't mention the Death Domain

[@ollininvincible]

I'm quite sad about the Trickery Domain being lackluster. I expected more out of it. Back when I was considering it, I thought multiclassing would make it work but the ability score spread is too problematic. Shadow Monk or rogue seems like the most logical fit for it but giving up channel divinity strength/divine intervention to just be 2% more awesome is a waste of time. Maybe Wotc will release a reasonable unearthed arcana redo of it in the future.

[@yurika12]

ollininvincible it's a niche domain. Which makes it great for some scenarios and me for others. If your campaign revolves around being sneaky bandits one of you may want to be a trickery cleric, rather than any of the other architypes.

[@ollininvincible]

Depends upon the classes of the players in one's group. Given that rogues have the easiest access to a high stealth, those sneaky bandits should have probably gone rogue in the first place. And because pass without a trace falls into spellcaster's hands quickly, it still makes the buffs from the trickery domain next to useless. That being said, I'd like to see a Naruto style update of the trickery domain. It began with this flavor but it ultimately fell flat, especially compared to other domains which are far more powerful.

[@Goombalove3000]

As a DM to a group with a trickery cleric, I would say the main draw to them is to get a backline caster with much more survivability options and a healer/support spellcaster, all rolled into one. The party also had a paladin and druid/barbarian, who provided a solid front line, and a monk/rouge, who provided high damage, so the additional support was excellent. in my opinion, the trickster cleric is the best choice for someone who wants to play the cleric in the back line, as they get far more survivability based spells than the other domains. plus it really lets you get some great roleplaying potential as they learn mind control based spells at later levels.

[@Goombalove3000]

(we did house rule the duplicate to be more helpful though. it could be triggered on a bonus action, and still moved with a bonus, so it could be summoned and moved on the first turn you used it.)

[@ollininvincible]

Meh, I wrote a huge rant. Don't wanna rant. Deleted it. hahaha I guess if your player is having fun that's all that matters. Good call on the bonus action though. I'd kill off concentration on it too. That would open the character up for some great combos like casting dominate person while not being present in the room, as well as tossing up polymorphed T-Rex and then walking the duplicate into a pile of goblins. Good times, good times. But I think those changes need to be made first. As is, it's kinda lackluster compared to a tempest cleric/druid multiclass that can deal an instant 40hp of damage for fun without hurting for slots afterward. ^_^

[@klekman6474]

Hello, do you have a moment to talk about our lord and savior Asmodeus?

[@wf4860]

How are you not famous?

[@aldazthefox]

Nice !! The next will be the paladin !!

[@sbarullasbonderi9577]

why the mage is always sad in all of your videos??

[@Xifihas]

I'm more than just a healer, I can bring down some serious divine wrath.

[@callmevman]

If a cleric of the life doman uses preserve life will it restore someone who has dropped to 0 hit points back to consciousness?

[@tomcoker]

This guide is awesome, so are all your other ones, its clear than you put so much effort in kudos to you! I chose A life cleric of the campaign I am in It is me a barbarian and a warlock I do find that I am constantly running out of spell slots though. I like to get us bless and then just go crazy with my warhammer or use the cantrips in xanathars + sacred flame if I cant take much more damage or if I know the save will be bad against the monsters. I emergency heal when I can but it does feel like I cant do much alot of the time, I am level 4 now but feel scared to use up spell slots in case someone needs them or I have already used them. Any advice?

[@DontStopThinking]

+tomcoker, stock up on healing potions too. Save your heals on medium sized heal. The other players should be smart enough to move back and use their own potion if they are in trouble.

[@tomcoker]

Thanks for the speedy reply! Its the other 2 players 1st/2nd campaign I will let them know to stock up more. I hadn't even thought of using more on myself which I had been using them on the other 2 haha. I do wish there was a healing cantrip though, even if it was terrible it would feel like there was an option other than spare the dying and healing potions when those spell slots are gone.

[@Remrie]

Hmm..... So, as a first time DM running a zombie themed match, both in open and enclosed areas, how would I counter the Cleric with Domain Of Life focus? I have opted to give zombies a ranged attack whereby they throw their limbs or even their own head at players, but the only other obvious solution is to introduce more living enemies.

[@esaiasjones1635]

I have a level 5 tempest domain cleric that I plan on playing all the way to lvl 20. I’m currently planning on taking at least 5 levels in fighter for action surge and extra attack. But I’m still debating on whether I’d be better off just taking 2 levels of fighter instead.

[@jeffreycrowder2866]

At the level 5 recap. I am very confused as to the canteip power 2x damage dice?? Could someone help

[@firestorm165]

Would a priestess of Lolth be a cleric or a warlock?

[@maxfenton401]

Trickery Cleric can be viable if you take 3 levels of rogue first, going assassin. Use the spells to aid you and your team to become ultra stealthy. I don't see why everyone thinks the advantage on stealth rolls thing as bad, there have been countless times in my games where the party all are forced to stealth, and they almost fail because of the fighter in heavy armour had disadvantage. This counteracts that.

[@nickbuchowisch7396]

"In the name of god, impure souls of the living dead shall be banished into eternal damnation"

[@dreedree50]

do one one the forge cleric and hexblade please

[@matthewschultz7390]

I once saw a video where a Cleric got their powers by woshipping a potato.

[@AmanieJohal]

do you know at what point in the series you would be covering Barbarian? (ie. sooner in the series or later in series) love your videos!

[@DontStopThinking]

I'll be covering the barbarian midway through the series. It's one of my favourite classes, so I have to do it justice.

[@AmanieJohal]

yay, can't wait! :D

[@shanemoody529]

Love it

[@TravelBreakthrough]

I don’t give to craps what anyone says I’m a DM and my cleric don’t wanna play a character who worships a fake god so I allowed the cleric to choose Jesus as their god and the divine power of life domaine used to heal and destroy undead

[@geromlarayos6696]

If there is No rogue on your team... Just pick Trickery domain...

[@marklimonci998]

Can anyone tell me what page in the PHB it says that cantrip damage increases at level 5? I cant find it anywhere

[@MinervaHastur]

sipping eggnog watching youtube my life is a lie

[@MasterZebulin]

But when will Turn Undead make vampires and liches explode!?

[@DontStopThinking]

Never, unfortunately. It is capped at CR4

[@rishakdatta6948]

What is the full name of the game this guy is talking about? (Please tell me, Sounds really cool)

[@Ulfhednir9]

Forge Cleric ftw

[@syafiqkhazin7985]

1:27 no death domain?

[@dougtong6524]

Hey, do you think you can make a video on how to build a barbarian kind of character? I have been trying to help a player make an appropriate character and I've never played this class before. I'd love the assistance. Have a good day!

[@DontStopThinking]

Hey Doug, have you checked out the character creation video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmHZi3l4e9hnjbM Creating a Barbarian is not hard. Just follow the first part of the general guide and substitute the Cleric features with Barbarian features.