Orc Cleric Build Guide

Orc Cleric Build Guide

An Orc Cleric blends martial might with divine power, letting Relentless Endurance keep them on their feet when darkness falls.

4/10 Synergy Support Role Medium Difficulty

Why Orc Cleric?

The Orc Cleric is a resilient front-liner, blending the divine magic of a Cleric with the raw toughness of an Orc. With a Hit Die of d8, Clerics are already sturdy, and Orcs get even tougher. Your primary stat for spellcasting is Wisdom (WIS), which you'll want to keep high. However, an Orc's natural Strength (STR) of 14 is great for swinging a mace or warhammer, making you a capable melee combatant when spells aren't needed. You'll also want a decent Constitution (CON) of 13 to bolster your hit points.

While your Dexterity (DEX) might be low at 8, forcing you to be mindful of your Armor Class and initiative rolls, your Orc abilities compensate. Adrenaline Rush lets you move faster and gain temporary hit points as a bonus action, and Relentless Endurance can save you from a KO blow. This combination makes you a surprisingly durable support character who can take a hit and keep on casting or fighting.

Recommended Ability Scores

Strength
14(+2)
Dexterity
8(-1)
Constitution
13(+1)
Intelligence
10(+0)
Wisdom★
15(+2)
Charisma
12(+1)
HP (Lv1)
9
AC
9
Initiative
-1
Passive Per.
12
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Orc Traits That Benefit Cleric

Adrenaline Rush

Bonus action Dash with temp HP gives the Cleric both mobility and survivability.

Relentless Endurance

Dropping to 1 HP instead of 0 once per rest is a powerful survival tool for frontline Clerics.

Darkvision

Orc Darkvision helps Clerics scout ahead and fight in darkness without needing a torch.

Combat Effectiveness

Level HP Melee DPR Spell DPR
Level 5 33 3.9 7.8
Level 11 69 3.58 10.18
Level 17 105 3.58 13.2

DPR = Damage Per Round (average, assuming standard combat conditions).

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

  • ♦ Darkvision for dungeon exploration
  • ♦ Versatile spellcasting options

Weaknesses

  • ♦ Low Dexterity means poor initiative and AC
  • ♦ May require careful feat selection to optimize

Pro Tips

1

Use Adrenaline Rush before engaging to get extra movement and temporary hit points.

2

Position yourself near allies to maximize your support spells and benefits.

3

Leverage Relentless Endurance; it's a lifesaver when you're about to fall.

4

Don't be afraid to use melee weapons when your spell slots are low.

5

Darkvision is great for scouting and fighting in dim light or darkness.

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Cleric Subclass Builds

Explore specialized builds for each Cleric subclass:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orc a good race for Cleric?
Orcs can be a fun, if not perfectly optimal, choice for a Cleric, earning a 4/10 synergy rating. Their racial traits, like Relentless Endurance, offer great survivability, especially for Clerics who get up close to support allies. While not the highest synergy, it's a solid pick for a tough, reliable divine caster.
What stats should a Orc Cleric prioritize?
Focus on Wisdom (WIS) for your spellcasting. Aim for a starting WIS of 15. While STR 14 and CON 13 are provided, prioritize increasing your WIS through ability score increases. Don't neglect CON, as more hit points always help, especially for a front-line Cleric.
What party role does this build fill?
The Orc Cleric fills the Support role. With access to spellcasting, this build offers both combat effectiveness and utility.

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