Ranger Subclass Striker

Hunter Ranger Guide

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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Best Races for Hunter Ranger

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Hunter Features

Hunter's Lore

Level 3

You gain proficiency in one skill of your choice from the list available to rangers at 1st level. You can also add double your Proficiency Bonus to Intelligence (Nature) checks and Wisdom (Survival) checks.

Hunter's Prey

Level 3

You gain the ability to mark your prey. As a Bonus Action, you can designate one creature you can see within 60 feet of you as your prey. You have Advantage on attack rolls against your designated prey, and it can't become Invisible unless it has total cover. This benefit lasts for 1 hour or until you designate another creature.

Defensive Tactics

Level 7

You choose one of the following defensive tactics. Escape the Horde: Opportunity attacks against you are made with Disadvantage. Multiattack Defense: When a creature hits you with an attack, you gain a +4 bonus to AC against that creature's attacks until the start of your next turn. Steel Will: You gain proficiency in Wisdom saves. If you're already proficient in Wisdom saves, you gain proficiency in Charisma saves instead.

Superior Hunter's Prey

Level 11

You can designate more prey. You can have up to three creatures designated as your prey. You can add your Wisdom modifier to damage rolls against any of your designated prey.

Superior Hunter's Defense

Level 15

When a creature within 5 feet of you hits you with an attack while you have a designated prey, that creature takes damage equal to your Wisdom modifier (minimum of 1 damage). You can use your Reaction to make one weapon attack against a creature within 5 feet of you.

Is Hunter Right for You?

Pick the Hunter if you want a Ranger focused on dealing heavy single-target damage. Compare it with the other Ranger subclasses to make sure it fits your party, then build the Aasimar version for the strongest start.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best race for a Hunter Ranger?
Aasimar rates highest (6/10) for the Hunter Ranger. Flight provides incredible mobility, letting the Ranger reach otherwise inaccessible positions. Dragonborn (6/10) and Elf (6/10) are also strong picks.
What does the Hunter specialize in?
The Hunter fills the Striker role — dealing heavy single-target damage. Its features unlock at levels 3, 7, 11, 15.

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