Paladin vs Rogue
Rogue deals more damage, while Paladin offers more spellcasting versatility.
At a Glance
| Paladin | Rogue | |
|---|---|---|
| Hit Die | d10 | d8 |
| Primary Ability | STR and CHA | DEX |
| Spellcasting | Yes | No |
| Party Role | Defender | Striker |
| Subclasses | 4 | 4 |
| Best Race | Aasimar | Halfling |
Combat Comparison
Using Human as baseline race for fair comparison.
| Level | Paladin DPR | Rogue DPR | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 | 7.8 | 20.4 | Rogue |
| Level 11 | 7.15 | 30.25 | Rogue |
| Level 17 | 7.15 | 41.8 | Rogue |
When to Choose Paladin
- ♦ High hit points for frontline durability
- ♦ Strong melee damage output
- ♦ Divine Smite provides burst damage
When to Choose Rogue
- ♦ Strong species-class synergy enhances core abilities
- ♦ Good armor class and initiative
- ♦ Excellent skill versatility and Sneak Attack damage