Orc Paladin Build Guide

Orc Paladin Build Guide

An Orc Paladin's Relentless Endurance fuels their divine fury, letting them stand firm when others would fall.

5/10 Synergy Defender Role Medium Difficulty

Why Orc Paladin?

The Orc Paladin is a potent combination of martial might and divine power, designed to stand on the front lines and protect their allies. Your Orc heritage grants you natural toughness, making you incredibly durable. With a d10 Hit Die, you'll have a substantial health pool, starting strong and growing even tougher as you level up. This survivability is further enhanced by Relentless Endurance, allowing you to shrug off a critical blow and stay in the fight when you'd normally be knocked unconscious.

Your primary abilities are Strength (STR) and Charisma (CHA). Aim for a STR of at least 15 to hit enemies reliably and CHA of 14 to power your spells and special Paladin abilities. While your spellcasting is limited, it primarily serves to enhance your melee combat, especially through Divine Smite. The Orc's Adrenaline Rush ability also adds a tactical layer, letting you move quickly and gain temporary hit points as a bonus action, keeping you mobile and safe in the thick of combat.

Recommended Ability Scores

Strength★
15(+2)
Dexterity
10(+0)
Constitution
13(+1)
Intelligence
8(-1)
Wisdom
12(+1)
Charisma★
14(+2)
HP (Lv1)
11
AC
10
Initiative
+0
Passive Per.
11
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Orc Traits That Benefit Paladin

Relentless Endurance

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

Adrenaline Rush

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

Darkvision

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

Combat Effectiveness

Level HP Melee DPR Spell DPR
Level 5 39 7.8 0
Level 11 81 7.15 0
Level 17 123 7.15 0

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

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

  • ♦ High hit points for frontline durability
  • ♦ Strong species-class synergy enhances core abilities
  • ♦ Darkvision for dungeon exploration
  • ♦ Strong melee damage output
  • ♦ Divine Smite provides burst damage

Weaknesses

  • ♦ May require careful feat selection to optimize

Pro Tips

1

Use Relentless Endurance strategically to avoid being taken out of the fight unexpectedly.

2

Combine Adrenaline Rush with your movement to close gaps or reposition effectively in battle.

3

Leverage Divine Smite on critical hits for massive burst damage against dangerous foes.

4

Utilize Darkvision to scout ahead in dark dungeons or surprise enemies in low-light conditions.

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Paladin Subclass Builds

Explore specialized builds for each Paladin subclass:

Orc Oath of Devotion Paladin Defender Orc Oath of Glory Paladin Striker Orc Oath of the Ancients Paladin Defender Orc Oath of Vengeance Paladin Striker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orc a good race for Paladin?
Yes, the Orc Paladin is a solid choice with a Synergy Rating of 5/10. The Orc's innate toughness and survival traits like Relentless Endurance complement the Paladin's role as a frontline defender perfectly, helping you stay in the fight longer.
What stats should a Orc Paladin prioritize?
Focus on Strength (STR) and Charisma (CHA). Aim for a STR of 15 to land your powerful attacks and a CHA of 14 to fuel your divine spells. Keep your Dexterity (DEX) and Constitution (CON) at reasonable levels like 10 and 13 respectively for balanced defense.
What party role does this build fill?
The Orc Paladin fills the Defender role. With access to spellcasting, this build offers both combat effectiveness and utility.

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