5e Types

For each DnD 5e conversion pick a descriptor and a specializes in variant that best describes your character.

Barbarian is a [descriptor] [warrior] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Savage, Fierce, Primal, Untamed

Specializes in:

• overwhelms enemies with frenzied attacks

• fights with primal instinct

• draws strength from nature

• channels divine fury

• (flaw) Hot-headed (wrath)

• Rage

• Reckless Attack

Bard is a [descriptor] [performer] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Charismatic, Inspiring, Wily, Enigmatic

Specializes in

• enthralls audiences with mesmerizing performances

• bends hearts and minds with captivating charm

• wields knowledge and magic to outwit any challenge

• inspires allies while excelling in battle

• (flaw) Easily distracted (?)

• Inspiring

• Can Use Illusion, Space, Mind, Shadow and Light Magic

Cleric is a [descriptor] [priest] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Devout, Pious, Protective, Zealous

Specializes in

• heals and protects with divine power

• radiates brilliance to banish darkness

• deceives and manipulates

• strikes fearlessly on the battlefield with martial might

• (flaw) Judgemental (pride)

• Can use Light and Life Magic

• Turn Undead

Druid is a [descriptor] [guardian] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Natural, Wild, Harmonious, Mystical

Specializes In

• harnesses the natural world

• transforms into powerful beasts

• commands the waves and creatures of the ocean

• draws guidance and power from the constellations

• (flaw) Reclusive (pride)

• Has an Animal Form

• Can Use Life, Light, and Elemental magics

Fighter is a [descriptor] [soldier] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Skilled, Formidable, Tactical, Resolute

Specializes In

• controls the battlefield

• excels in raw strength

• blends martial skill with arcane spellcasting

• channels psychic energy

• (flaw) Overconfident (pride)

• Weapons Master

• Has a Fighting Style (sword/shield, two-handed, archery, etc)

Monk is a [descriptor] [Ascetic] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Disciplined, Focused, Agile, Enlightened

Specializes In

• heals allies and strikes foes with precision

• moves unseen and strikes from darkness

• manipulates elemental forces

• masters martial arts

• (flaw) Stoic (pride)

• Flurry of Blows

• Inner Energy

Paladin is a [descriptor] [champion] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Righteous, Noble, Valiant, Just

Specializes In

• embodies honor, courage, and righteous justice

• seeks heroic deeds and legendary renown

• protects life and the natural order

• punishes the guilty

• (flaw) Rigid Morality (pride)

• Can use Life and Light Magic

• Aura of Protection

Ranger is a [descriptor] [scout] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Tracker, Stealthy, Resourceful, Wilderness

Specializes In

• fights alongside a devoted animal companion

• moves between worlds and wields fey magic

• strikes unseen from the shadow

• tracks and eliminates any threat with skill and precision

• (flaw) Lone-wolf (pride)

• Natural Explorer

• Marksman

Rogue is a [descriptor] [thief] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Cunning, Agile, Deceptive, Shadowy

Specializes In

• blends magic and cunning to outsmart foes

• strikes lethally and with deadly precision

• manifests psychic blades to pierce enemies

• excels at stealth, agility, and clever tricks

• (flaw) self-serving (envy)

• Sneak Attack

• Evasive

Sorcerer is a [descriptor] [Spellcaster] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Magical, Gifted, Elemental, Innate

Specializes In

• wields chaotic magic from beyond reality

• commands precise, orderly arcane forces

• channels the power of dragons

• unleashes unpredictable bursts of magical energy

• (flaw) Impulsive

• Can use any Magic

• Born with the Gift

Warlock is a [descriptor] [fighter] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Pactbound, Mystical, Ambitious, Occult

Specializes In

• bargained with fey powers

• called on radiant power

• draws infernal power

• channels alien knowledge and psychic influence

• (flaw) Obsessive (pride)

• Made a Pact with a Patron

• Can Use the Patron's Magic

Wizard is a [descriptor] [mage] who [specializes in].

Descriptor: Learned, Scholarly, Arcane, Wise

Specializes In

• protects and wards against harm

• glimpses the future

• wields destructive elemental magic

• deceives the senses

• (flaw) arrogant

• Can use all magic

• Spent years Studying