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It’s been eight years since the launch ofDungeons & DragonsFifth Edition, the most recent iteration of Wizards of the Coast’s legendary tabletop RPG. The system has continued to grow over that time, with the new adventures to overcome, subclasses to build, and character options to explore. This constant influx of new material has helped to drive a surge in popularity forDungeons and Dragons, buoyed by popular RPG podcasts like Critical Role.
Everyone’sD&Dadventurebegins with character creation, and leveling up and gaining new skills is one of the most exciting parts of the game. For martial characters like the Fighter, Ranger, and Paladin, leveling up also means choosing a Fighting Style. Fighting Styles are powerful passive abilities that can completely define a build, from dual-wielding to mastery of two-handed weapons, and players shouldn’t rush into their choice.
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Offensive Fighting Styles
These styles are all about increasing the character’s offensive output somehow, either through increased accuracy or better damage.
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Defensive Fighting Styles
These Fighting Styles are all about defense, either making the character harder to hit, or giving them ways to protect their allies from damage:
Utility Fighting Styles
The utility Fighting Styles are probably some of the most interesting on the list, but they’re also quite niche, and players won’t be able to fit them into every build:
