Monk Subclass Striker

Warrior of the Open Hand Monk Guide

Master of unarmed combat. Warriors of the Open Hand are seen as the ultimate monks, perfecting the art of unarmed combat and using their exceptional mobility to confound their enemies.

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Best Races for Warrior of the Open Hand Monk

All 10 races ranked by synergy with the Warrior of the Open Hand. Click any to see the full build.

Aasimar Warrior of the Open Hand Monk 7/10

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

Dragonborn Warrior of the Open Hand Monk 7/10

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

Tiefling Warrior of the Open Hand Monk 6/10

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

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Warrior of the Open Hand Features

Open Hand Technique

Level 3

You can manipulate your enemy's body using your Unarmed Strikes. Whenever you hit a creature with an Unarmed Strike as part of the Attack action on your turn, you can spend 1 Focus Point to trigger one of the following effects on that creature: It must succeed on a Dexterity saving throw or be Knocked Prone. It must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be pushed 5 feet away from you. It can't take Reactions until the end of the next turn.

Wholeness of Body

Level 6

As an action, you can spend Focus Points to restore hit points to yourself. The number of hit points you restore equals 4 × the number of Focus Points spent. You can't use this feature if you don't have Focus Points remaining.

Fleet Step

Level 11

When you use your action to Dash, you gain the following benefits until the end of the turn: Your Speed increases by 10 feet, difficult terrain costs no extra movement, and you have Advantage on Dexterity (Acrobatics) checks.

Quivering Palm

Level 17

You gain the ability to set vibrations in a creature's body. When you hit a creature with an Unarmed Strike, you can spend 3 Focus Points to set the vibrations in that creature. The vibrations last for a number of days equal to your Monk level. At any point during that duration, you can use an action to end the vibrations and require that creature to make a Constitution saving throw. If the creature fails the save, it takes 10d10 necrotic damage. If it succeeds, it takes half as much damage.

Is Warrior of the Open Hand Right for You?

Pick the Warrior of the Open Hand if you want a Monk focused on dealing heavy single-target damage. Compare it with the other Monk 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 Warrior of the Open Hand Monk?

Aasimar rates highest (7/10) for the Warrior of the Open Hand Monk. Flight provides incredible mobility, letting the Monk reach otherwise inaccessible positions. Dragonborn (7/10) and Tiefling (6/10) are also strong picks.

What does the Warrior of the Open Hand specialize in?

The Warrior of the Open Hand fills the Striker role — dealing heavy single-target damage. Its features unlock at levels 3, 6, 11, 17.

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