WoTR: Abilities, Magic, and Mythic Journeys Uncovered

In Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, the Angel build stands out as one of the most powerful options available. This is fitting since the game’s narrative centers around heroes battling against evil forces. If you revel in the idea of striking down adversaries with sacred melee weapons, this build is perfect for you.

The builds in Pathfinder: WoTR can be quite intricate for a CRPG, which is why having a detailed list of skills, feats, spells, and other necessary components can significantly enhance your gameplay experience. Not everyone has the luxury of time to master the complexities of such a detailed system. Even if you do, you might still doubt your decisions. Regardless, we are here to guide you.

Angel Build Guide & How to Play It

For your class, choose Paladin (Tortured Crusader). This will require the Lord of Nothing DLC, which is top-notch and worth the investment. As a Crusader, you’ll gain unique abilities, the standout being Torment, which utilizes Wisdom as your spellcasting score, and All is Darkness, which grants a +4 bonus to attack rolls and AC against your smite targets.

You’ll want to select Human as your race for the extra feat. This choice is advantageous, as the additional feat is hard to beat. The background doesn’t have a huge impact, but Street Urchin (Pickpocket) can enhance your initiative, or you might prefer Regional (Mendevian Orphan) for bonus saves, especially useful considering the lack of Divine Grace in this build.

When allocating ability points, aim for 19 -> 32 STR, 12 -> 20 DEX, 10 -> 18 CON, 8 INT, 16 -> 22 WIS, 12 CHA. Strength and Wisdom are prioritized for their contribution to the Tortured Crusader’s abilities. The 12 CHA might seem underwhelming until you consider Bestow Grace, which provides a saving throw bonus to good-aligned creatures based on your Charisma. You’ll find ways to amplify your CHA later, but it’s a solid starting point.

As for skills, tailor your points based on your party’s composition, but as a general guide, spend equally on Athletics, Lore (Religion), and Perception. Eventually, you can shift to half-investment in Religion and add some points into Use Magic Device for a well-rounded character (ideally ending with around 20 Athletics, 10 Religion, 20 Perception, and 20 Use Magic Device). Although it doesn’t have a significant effect, Sarenrae is a great choice for your deity if you’re unsure.

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This build — by waitwaitwaitwaitamin — is heavily focused on DPS, so it’s best to have another character take on the tanking role. This is due to the Alone in the Dark ability of the Tortured Crusader, which increases your smite uses and boosts your damage significantly for every fallen member of your party. With Final Justice, you can trade smites for double damage, enhancing your melee capabilities even further. Just make sure you’re comfortable in close combat before investing your time in this build.

Feats & Mythic Levels (Leveling Guide)

Best Spells (Leveling Guide)

Consider using Challenge Evil as an optional spell, as it can fill a gap for a sacred attack bonus when you need an alternative to bless weapon. Bestow Grace, as highlighted earlier, provides a saving throw boost for good-aligned allies, making it essential if your party includes good-aligned members. Since energy damage is prevalent, Resist Energy should definitely be in your spell list.

You now have the essential details for enhancing your gameplay as a Tortured Crusader Angel in Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. This build is equipped for Unfair difficulty levels and can easily rank around A or B tier. If played correctly on easier difficulties, you’ll likely find even more enjoyment.

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