Cleric Guide — D&D 5e

d8 Hit Die WIS Primary 4 Subclasses Yes Spellcasting Support Role

Best Races for Cleric

#1
Aasimar Cleric 8/10

Additional healing ability supplements the Cleric's support capabilities.

 #2
Dwarf Cleric 6/10

Built-in damage resistance reduces incoming damage, keeping your Cleric alive longer in combat.

 #3
Dragonborn Cleric 5/10

Flight provides incredible mobility, letting the Cleric reach otherwise inaccessible positions.

 #4
Gnome Cleric 4/10

Extra saving throw advantages protect against debilitating spells and effects.

 #5
Halfling Cleric 4/10

Extra saving throw advantages protect against debilitating spells and effects.
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#6 Orc Cleric 4/10 #7 Tiefling Cleric 4/10 #8 Elf Cleric 3/10 #9 Goliath Cleric 3/10 #10 Human Cleric 3/10

Cleric Subclasses

Life Domain

Available at level 3

Tend to the sick and injured. The Life domain focuses on positive energy that sustains all life in the Multiverse. Clerics who swear an oath to this domain are often tasked with healing the sick and wounded.

Light Domain

Available at level 3

Bring forth the light. The Light domain shines the divine power of a god to evoke blinding radiance and illumination. Clerics who harness this power are enlightened souls infused with radiant power.

Trickery Domain

Available at level 3

Weave tricks and disrupt order. The Trickery domain offers magic of deception, illusion, and stealth. Clerics who command this magic are often disruptive forces who undermine the powerful and help the exploited.

War Domain

Available at level 3

Inspire valor and strike down foes. War has many manifestations. It can give rise to heroes from ordinary people. It can be a cruel, destructive force. In either case, the gods of war command great respect.

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