Tiefling Abjurer Wizard Build Guide
Combining fiendish resilience with arcane defense, the Tiefling Abjurer transforms the traditionally fragile Wizard into an untouchable battlefield guardian.
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Why Abjurer?
Wizards are usually known as "squishy" glass cannons, but the Abjurer breaks this mold by acting as a formidable defender. As an Abjurer, your defining feature is the Arcane Ward, a magical shield that absorbs damage before it can touch your actual hit points. This ward recharges whenever you cast defensive spells, ensuring you can stay on the front lines to protect your allies.
The Tiefling species elevates this defensive playstyle perfectly. Thanks to your Fiendish Legacy, you possess innate resistance to fire damage—one of the most common damage types in D&D. When an enemy breathes fire or casts a fireball, your natural resistance combines with your Arcane Ward to make you incredibly difficult to take down. Additionally, your innate spellcasting gives you extra magical utility without expending your precious wizard spell slots.
To round out your toolkit, Darkvision ensures you never lose track of targets in pitch-black dungeons, allowing you to cast your protective spells precisely when they are needed. By combining infernal durability with supreme abjuration magic, you become a shield your party can always rely on.
Abjurer Features
Abjuration Savant
Level 3The gold and time you spend to copy abjuration spells into your spellbook is halved.
Arcane Ward
Level 3When you cast an abjuration spell of 1st level or higher, you can create a magical ward on yourself. The ward has hit points equal to twice your wizard level + your Intelligence modifier. Whenever you take damage, the ward takes the damage instead. If the damage reduces the ward to 0 hit points, you take any remaining damage. When you cast an abjuration spell of 1st level or higher, the ward regains hit points equal to twice the spell's level.
Projected Ward
Level 6When a creature you can see within 30 feet takes damage, you can use your reaction to cause your Arcane Ward to absorb that damage. If the damage reduces the ward to 0 hit points, the warded creature takes any remaining damage.
Spell Breaker
Level 10When you cast the Counterspell or Dispel Magic spell, you add your proficiency bonus to your ability check if one is required.
Spell Resistance
Level 14You have advantage on saving throws against spells. Furthermore, you have resistance against the damage of spells.
Recommended Ability Scores
Tiefling Traits That Benefit Abjurer Wizard
Fiendish Legacy
Tiefling fire resistance and innate spellcasting complement the Wizard's magical abilities.
Darkvision
Tiefling Darkvision helps Wizards scout ahead and fight in darkness without needing a torch.
Combat Effectiveness
| Level | HP | Melee DPR | Spell DPR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 | 32 | 3.9 | 7.8 |
| Level 11 | 68 | 3.58 | 10.18 |
| Level 17 | 104 | 3.58 | 13.2 |
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Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ♦ Abjurer grants Abjuration Savant at level 3
- ♦ Strong species-class synergy enhances core abilities
- ♦ Darkvision for dungeon exploration
- ♦ Versatile spellcasting options
- ♦ Built-in damage resistance improves survivability
Weaknesses
- ♦ Low hit points — vulnerable in melee
- ♦ May require careful feat selection to optimize
Pro Tips
Use your Fiendish Legacy fire resistance to bait enemy fire spells, letting your Arcane Ward easily absorb whatever minor damage gets through.
Once you unlock Projected Ward, position yourself near vulnerable allies to intercept deadly attacks using your magical shield.
Cast low-level abjuration spells like Mage Armor or Shield during exploration to keep your Arcane Ward fully charged before combat begins.
Use your Darkvision to spot hidden threats in the dark, ensuring you can cast defensive spells before your party gets surprised.
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