Ranger Guide — D&D 5e

d10 Hit Die DEX and WIS Primary 4 Subclasses Yes Spellcasting Striker Role

Best Races for Ranger

#1
Aasimar Ranger 6/10

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

 #2
Dragonborn Ranger 6/10

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

 #3
Elf Ranger 6/10

Elf Darkvision helps Rangers scout ahead and fight in darkness without needing a torch.

 #4
Human Ranger 6/10

A free Origin feat provides a meaningful boost to any Ranger build right from level 1.

 #5
Dwarf Ranger 4/10

Dwarf Darkvision helps Rangers scout ahead and fight in darkness without needing a torch.
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#6 Gnome Ranger 4/10 #7 Halfling Ranger 4/10 #8 Orc Ranger 4/10 #9 Tiefling Ranger 4/10 #10 Goliath Ranger 3/10

Ranger Subclasses

Beast Master

Available at level 3

Ranger bonded with a primal beast companion. Beast Masters form profound connections with animals, and fight alongside their animal companions with perfect coordination.

Fey Wanderer

Available at level 3

Ranger touched by fey magic. Fey Wanderers are mysterious wanderers imbued with the magic of the fey realms, able to charm and mystify their foes.

Gloom Stalker

Available at level 3

Ranger of shadow and darkness. Gloom Stalkers are at home in the deepest darkness, able to see in absolute darkness and strike from the shadows with deadly precision.

Hunter

Available at level 3

Ranger of legendary prowess. Hunters are the most famous rangers, known for their ability to track prey and master multiple fighting styles to overcome any quarry.

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