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Death Before Dishonor: A Knight's Guide (By lorduskblade)
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<blockquote data-quote="Veep" data-source="post: 6707941" data-attributes="member: 6793297"><p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 18px"> <strong>Sample Builds: Exemplars of Honor</strong></span></p><p></p><p><strong>Central Casting</strong></p><p> </p><p>The primary goal here is to make use of the resources found in the Heroes of the Fallen Lands book. As such, we will only be considering support from there, and will try to make this character the best he can be.</p><p></p><p><strong>Race:</strong> Dwarf.</p><p><strong>Paragon Path:</strong> Stalwart Knight.</p><p><strong>Epic Destiny:</strong> Indomitable Champion.</p><p></p><p><strong>Ability Scores:</strong></p><p>L1 – Str 18, Con 15, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 14, Cha 10</p><p>L4 – Str 19, Con 16, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 14, Cha 10</p><p>L8 – Str 20, Con 17, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 14, Cha 10</p><p>L11 – Str 21, Con 18, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 15, Cha 11</p><p>L14 – Str 22, Con 19, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 15, Cha 11</p><p>L18 – Str 23, Con 20, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 15, Cha 11</p><p>L21 – Str 26, Con 23, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 16, Cha 12</p><p>L24 – Str 27, Con 24, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 16, Cha 12</p><p>L28 – Str 28, Con 25, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 16, Cha 12</p><p></p><p><strong>Feats:</strong></p><p>L1 – World Serpent's Grasp</p><p>L2 – Master at Arms</p><p>L4 – Weapon Focus (Hammers)</p><p>L6 – Toughness</p><p>L8 – Improved Defenses</p><p>L10 – Improved Initiative</p><p>L11 – Resilient Focus</p><p>L12 – Superior Will</p><p>L14 – Superior Fortitude</p><p>L14 – Superior Reflexes (replaces Improved Defenses)</p><p>L16 – Disciple of Stone</p><p>L18 – Disciple of Strength</p><p>L20 – Disciple of Death</p><p>L21 – Disciple of the Wild</p><p>L22 – Eager Advance</p><p>L24 – Cold Adaptation</p><p>L26 – Armor Finesse</p><p>L28 – Tenacious Resolve</p><p>L30 – Skill Focus (Intimidate)</p><p></p><p><strong>Knight Stances:</strong></p><p>L1 – Defend the Line</p><p>L1 – Hammer Hands</p><p>L7 – Poised Assault</p><p>L17 – Battle Wrath</p><p></p><p><strong>Utility Powers:</strong></p><p>L2 – Glowering Threat</p><p>L6 – Ignore Weakness</p><p>L8 – Shield Block</p><p>L10 – Clearheaded</p><p>L12 – Bludgeoning Counterstrike</p><p>L16 – Bolstering Stride</p><p>L22 – Knight's Valor</p><p>L26 – Epic Tenacity</p><p></p><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><p>L1 – Athletics</p><p>L1 – Endurance</p><p>L1 – Intimidate</p><p></p><p><u><strong>Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):</strong></u></p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp): </strong>+6 Black Iron Godplate Armor (PHB)</p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp): </strong>Helm of Battle (Epic Tier) (PHB)</p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Elven Cloak (PHB)</p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Vicious Warhammer (PHB)</p><p><strong>L24 (525,000 gp):</strong> Gauntlets of Blood (Epic Tier) (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L22 (325,000 gp):</strong> Belt of Vigor (Epic Tier) (PHB)</p><p><strong>L22 (325,000 gp): </strong>Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB)</p><p><strong>Nonmagical:</strong> Heavy Shield (PHB)</p><p><strong>TOTAL:</strong> 9,675,000 gp</p><p> </p><p></p><p><strong>Infernal Legionnaire</strong></p><p> </p><p>A rather unconventional sort of Knight, this one relies on the Wrath of the Crimson Legion feat (via Paladin multiclass) in order to get away with Charisma as a primary, which in turn opens up some nifty things.</p><p></p><p><strong>Race:</strong> Tiefling.</p><p><strong>Multiclass:</strong> Paladin.</p><p><strong>Paragon Path:</strong> Stalwart Knight.</p><p><strong>Epic Destiny:</strong> Ceaseless Guardian.</p><p></p><p><strong>Ability Scores:</strong></p><p>L1 – Str 13, Con 16, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 18</p><p>L4 – Str 13, Con 17, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 19</p><p>L8 – Str 13, Con 18, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 20</p><p>L11 – Str 14, Con 19, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 21</p><p>L14 – Str 14, Con 20, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 22</p><p>L18 – Str 14, Con 21, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 23</p><p>L21 – Str 15, Con 22, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 26</p><p>L24 – Str 15, Con 23, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 27</p><p>L28 – Str 15, Con 24, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 28</p><p></p><p><strong>Feats:</strong></p><p>L1 – Melee Training (Charisma)</p><p>L2 – Soldier of Faith</p><p>L2 – Wrath of the Crimson Legion (replaces Melee Training (Charisma))</p><p>L4 – World Serpent's Grasp</p><p>L6 – Imperious Majesty</p><p>L8 – Master at Arms</p><p>L10 – Improved Defenses</p><p>L11 – Hammer Shock</p><p>L12 – Secrets of Belial</p><p>L14 – Armor Specialization (Plate)</p><p>L16 – Hellfire Blood</p><p>L18 – Superior Reflexes</p><p>L20 – Superior Fortitude</p><p>L20 – Superior Will (replaces Improved Defenses)</p><p>L21 – Epic Reflexes</p><p>L21 – Overwhelming Impact (replaces World Serpent's Grasp)</p><p>L22 – Epic Fortitude</p><p>L24 – Epic Will</p><p>L26 – Irresistible Flame</p><p>L28 – Weapon Focus (Hammers)</p><p>L30 – Superior Initiative</p><p></p><p><strong>Knight Stances:</strong></p><p>L1 – Defend the Line</p><p>L1 – Hammer Hands</p><p>L7 – Poised Assault</p><p>L17 – Battle Wrath</p><p></p><p><strong>Utility Powers:</strong></p><p>L2 – Glowering Threat</p><p>L6 – Pass Forward</p><p>L8 – Shield Block</p><p>L10 – Clearheaded</p><p>L12 – Bludgeoning Counterstrike</p><p>L14 – Eagle's Splendor (replaces Ultimate Parry)</p><p>L16 – Interposing Shield</p><p>L22 – Knight's Valor</p><p>L26 – Always Ready</p><p></p><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><p>L1 – Athletics</p><p>L1 – Diplomacy</p><p>L1 – Endurance</p><p>L2 – Intimidate</p><p></p><p><u><strong>Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):</strong></u></p><p><strong>L30 (3,125,000 gp):</strong> +6 Flaming Warhammer (PHB)</p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp):</strong> Ring of Free Time (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L28 (2,125,000 gp):</strong> +6 Steadfast Amulet (AV)</p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Dwarven Thrower Warhammer (D 385)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Dwarven Godplate Armor (PHB)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L24 (525,000 gp):</strong> Boots of Caiphon (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L23 (425,000 gp):</strong> Eye of Awareness (AV)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L22 (325,000 gp):</strong> Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB)</p><p><strong>L20 (125,000 gp):</strong> Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L15 (25,000 gp):</strong> Ring of the Dragonborn Emperor (AV)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L12 (13,000 gp):</strong> Stone of Earth (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L11 (9,000 gp): </strong>Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L10 (5,000 gp):</strong> Strikebacks (AV)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L9 (4,200 gp):</strong> Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L9 (4,200 gp):</strong> Battle Standard of the Hungry Blade (D 381)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>Nonmagical:</strong> Heavy Shield (PHB)</p><p><strong>TOTAL:</strong> 12,585,400 gp</p><p> </p><p></p><p><strong>Mage Knight</strong></p><p> </p><p>Continuing the tradition of unconventional Knights, this one employs a Swordmage multiclass in order to get away with some very unorthodox ability score arrangements.</p><p></p><p><strong>Race:</strong> Eladrin.</p><p><strong>Multiclass:</strong> Swordmage.</p><p><strong>Paragon Path:</strong> Eldritch Knight.</p><p><strong>Epic Destiny:</strong> Ceaseless Guardian.</p><p></p><p><strong>Ability Scores:</strong></p><p>L1 – Str 10, Con 13, Dex 10, Int 20, Wis 8, Cha 15</p><p>L4 – Str 10, Con 14, Dex 10, Int 21, Wis 8, Cha 15</p><p>L8 – Str 10, Con 15, Dex 10, Int 22, Wis 8, Cha 15</p><p>L11 – Str 11, Con 16, Dex 11, Int 23, Wis 9, Cha 16</p><p>L14 – Str 11, Con 17, Dex 11, Int 24, Wis 9, Cha 16</p><p>L18 – Str 11, Con 18, Dex 11, Int 25, Wis 9, Cha 16</p><p>L21 – Str 12, Con 19, Dex 12, Int 28, Wis 10, Cha 17</p><p>L24 – Str 12, Con 20, Dex 12, Int 29, Wis 10, Cha 17</p><p>L28 – Str 12, Con 20, Dex 12, Int 30, Wis 10, Cha 18</p><p></p><p><strong>Feats:</strong></p><p>L1 – Melee Training (Intelligence)</p><p>L2 – Blade Initiate</p><p>L2 – Intelligent Blademaster (replaces Melee Training (Intelligence))</p><p>L4 – World Serpent's Grasp</p><p>L6 – Master at Arms</p><p>L8 – Improved Defenses</p><p>L10 – Improved Initiative</p><p>L11 – Hammer Shock</p><p>L12 – Superior Will</p><p>L14 – Superior Fortitude</p><p>L14 – Superior Reflexes (replaces Improved Defenses)</p><p>L16 – Weapon Focus (Hammers)</p><p>L18 – Armor Specialization (Hide)</p><p>L20 – Grit</p><p>L21 – Epic Will</p><p>L21 – Overwhelming Impact (replaces World Serpent's Grasp)</p><p>L22 – Epic Fortitude</p><p>L22 – Superior Initiative (replaces Improved Initiative)</p><p>L24 – Epic Reflexes</p><p>L26 – Striking Resurgence</p><p>L28 – Epic Recovery</p><p>L30 – Fey Charge</p><p></p><p><strong>Knight Stances:</strong></p><p>L1 – Defend the Line</p><p>L1 – Glimmering Blade</p><p>L7 – Hammer Hands</p><p>L17 – Poised Assault</p><p></p><p><strong>Encounter Powers:</strong></p><p>L11 – Charm of the Defender</p><p></p><p><strong>Utility Powers:</strong></p><p>L2 – Glowering Threat</p><p>L6 – Bewitching Glare</p><p>L8 – Shield Block</p><p>L10 – Pass Forward</p><p>L12 – Eldritch Leap</p><p>L16 – Interposing Shield</p><p>L22 – Knight's Valor</p><p>L26 – Always Ready</p><p></p><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><p>L1 – Diplomacy</p><p>L1 – Endurance</p><p>L1 – History</p><p>L1 – Intimidate</p><p>L2 – Arcana</p><p></p><p><u><strong>Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):</strong></u></p><p><strong>L30 (3,125,000 gp):</strong> +6 Lifeblood Elderhide Armor (PHB 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Feyslaughter Warhammer (AV)</p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp):</strong> Ring of Free Time (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L28 (2,125,000 gp): </strong>+6 Steadfast Amulet (AV)</p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Dwarven Thrower Warhammer (D 385)</p><p><strong>L24 (525,000 gp):</strong> Boots of Caiphon (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L23 (425,000 gp):</strong> Eye of Awareness (AV)</p><p><strong>L22 (325,000 gp):</strong> Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB)</p><p><strong>L20 (125,000 gp):</strong> Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L15 (25,000 gp): </strong>Ring of the Dragonborn Emperor (AV)</p><p><strong>L12 (13,000 gp):</strong> Stone of Earth (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L11 (9,000 gp): </strong>Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)</p><p><strong>L10 (5,000 gp):</strong> Strikebacks (AV)</p><p><strong>L9 (4,200 gp):</strong> Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L9 (4,200 gp):</strong> Battle Standard of the Hungry Blade (D 381)</p><p><strong>Nonmagical:</strong> Heavy Shield (PHB)</p><p><strong>TOTAL:</strong> 13,585,400 gp</p><p> </p><p></p><p><strong>Storm Knight</strong></p><p> </p><p>Another unconventional Knight, this build relies on the synergy the Knight chassis has with the Mark of Storm tree to make a very strong character, particularly on the damage front.</p><p></p><p><strong>Race:</strong> Half-Elf.</p><p><strong>Dilettante Power:</strong> Eldritch Strike.</p><p><strong>Multiclass:</strong> Warden.</p><p><strong>Paragon Path: </strong>Lyrandar Wind-Rider.</p><p><strong>Epic Destiny: </strong>Destined Scion.</p><p></p><p><strong>Ability Scores:</strong></p><p>L1 – Str 13, Con 20, Dex 10, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 15</p><p>L4 – Str 13, Con 21, Dex 10, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 16</p><p>L8 – Str 14, Con 22, Dex 10, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 16</p><p>L11 – Str 15, Con 23, Dex 11, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 17</p><p>L14 – Str 15, Con 24, Dex 11, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 18</p><p>L18 – Str 16, Con 25, Dex 11, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 18</p><p>L21 – Str 19, Con 28, Dex 12, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 19</p><p>L24 – Str 19, Con 29, Dex 12, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 20</p><p>L28 – Str 20, Con 30, Dex 12, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 20</p><p></p><p><strong>Feats:</strong></p><p>L1 – Melee Training (Constitution)</p><p>L2 – World Serpent's Grasp</p><p>L4 – Bludgeon Expertise</p><p>L6 – Defender of the Wild</p><p>L8 – Crippling Crush</p><p>L10 – Mark of Storm</p><p>L11 – Hammer Shock</p><p>L11 – Versatile Master (replaces Melee Training (Constitution))</p><p>L12 – Deadly Draw</p><p>L14 – Improved Defenses</p><p>L16 – Hindering Shield</p><p>L18 – Improved Initiative</p><p>L20 – Superior Will</p><p>L21 – Overwhelming Impact</p><p>L21 – Superior Initiative (replaces Improved Initiative)</p><p>L22 – Bludgeon Mastery</p><p>L22 – Armor Specialization (Plate) (replaces World Serpent's Grasp)</p><p>L24 – Epic Reflexes</p><p>L26 – Epic Fortitude</p><p>L28 – Epic Will</p><p>L30 – Wepaon Focus (Hammers)</p><p></p><p><strong>Knight Stances:</strong></p><p>L1 – Defend the Line</p><p>L1 – Hammer Hands</p><p>L7 – Poised Assault</p><p>L17 – Battle Wrath</p><p></p><p><strong>Encounter Powers:</strong></p><p>L11 – Wind Burst</p><p></p><p><strong>Daily Powers:</strong></p><p>L20 – Unruly Cyclone</p><p></p><p><strong>Utility Powers:</strong></p><p>L2 – Glowering Threat</p><p>L6 – Pass Forward</p><p>L8 – Shield Block</p><p>L10 – Clearheaded</p><p>L12 – Zephyr Wings</p><p>L16 – Interposing Shield</p><p>L22 – Knight's Valor</p><p>L26 – Always Ready</p><p></p><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><p>L1 – Diplomacy</p><p>L1 – Endurance</p><p>L1 – Intimidate</p><p></p><p><u><strong>Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):</strong></u></p><p><strong>L30 (3,125,000 gp):</strong> +6 Lightning Throwing Hammer (PHB)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L30 (3,125,000 gp): </strong>+6 Lightning Warhammer (PHB)</p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp): </strong>Ring of Free Time (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L28 (2,125,000 gp): </strong>+6 Steadfast Amulet (AV)</p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Dwarven Thrower Warhammer (D 385)</p><p><strong>L24 (525,000 gp):</strong> Boots of Caiphon (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L23 (425,000 gp):</strong> Eye of Awareness (AV)</p><p><strong>L22 (325,000 gp):</strong> Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB)</p><p><strong>L20 (125,000 gp): </strong>Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L15 (25,000 gp): </strong>Ring of the Dragonborn Emperor (AV)</p><p><strong>L12 (13,000 gp):</strong> Stone of Earth (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L11 (9,000 gp):</strong> Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)</p><p><strong>L10 (5,000 gp):</strong> Strikebacks (AV)</p><p><strong>L9 (4,200 gp): </strong>Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L9 (4,200 gp):</strong> Battle Standard of the Hungry Blade (D 381)</p><p><strong>Nonmagical:</strong> Heavy Shield (PHB)</p><p><strong>TOTAL:</strong> 14,085,400 gp</p><p> </p><p></p><p><strong>The Crusher</strong></p><p> </p><p>A nice and straightforward build, this one looks to take advantage of the Fighter's excellent support and the Knight's own native package to make a punishing, sticky Defender.</p><p></p><p><strong>Race:</strong> Dwarf.</p><p><strong>Multiclass:</strong> Warden.</p><p><strong>Paragon Path:</strong> Dreadnought.</p><p><strong>Epic Destiny:</strong> Destined Scion.</p><p></p><p><strong>Ability Scores:</strong></p><p>L1 – Str 18, Con 18, Dex 12, Int 8, Wis 12, Cha 10</p><p>L4 – Str 19, Con 19, Dex 12, Int 8, Wis 12, Cha 10</p><p>L8 – Str 20, Con 20, Dex 12, Int 8, Wis 12, Cha 10</p><p>L11 – Str 21, Con 21, Dex 13, Int 9, Wis 13, Cha 11</p><p>L14 – Str 22, Con 22, Dex 13, Int 9, Wis 13, Cha 11</p><p>L18 – Str 23, Con 23, Dex 13, Int 9, Wis 13, Cha 11</p><p>L21 – Str 26, Con 26, Dex 14, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 12</p><p>L24 – Str 27, Con 27, Dex 14, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 12</p><p>L28 – Str 28, Con 28, Dex 14, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 12</p><p></p><p><strong>Feats:</strong></p><p>L1 – Dwarven Weapon Training</p><p>L2 – World Serpent's Grasp</p><p>L4 – Bludgeon Expertise</p><p>L6 – Defender of the Wild</p><p>L8 – Martial Cross-Training (Come and Get It)</p><p>L10 – Crippling Crush</p><p>L11 – Hammer Shock</p><p>L12 – Armor Specialization (Plate)</p><p>L13 – Martial Cross-Training (Anvil of Doom) (replaces Come and Get It)</p><p>L14 – Reserve Maneuver (Come and Get It)</p><p>L16 – Improved Defenses</p><p>L18 – Ubiquitous Shield</p><p>L20 – Improved Initiative</p><p>L21 – Overwhelming Impact</p><p>L21 – Superior Initiative (replaces Improved Initiative)</p><p>L22 – Bludgeon Mastery</p><p>L24 – Iron Will</p><p>L26 – Lightning Reflexes</p><p>L26 – Superior Fortitude (replaces Improved Defenses) </p><p>L28 – Epic Will</p><p>L30 – Epic Reflexes</p><p></p><p><strong>Knight Stances:</strong></p><p>L1 – Defend the Line</p><p>L1 – Hammer Hands</p><p>L7 – Poised Assault</p><p>L17 – Battle Wrath</p><p></p><p><strong>Encounter Powers:</strong></p><p>L8 – Come and Get It</p><p>L11 – Inexorable Advance</p><p>L13 – Anvil of Doom (replaces Come and Get It)</p><p>L14 – Come and Get It (replaces Inexorable Advance)</p><p></p><p><strong>Daily Powers:</strong></p><p>L20 – Line-Breaker Assault</p><p></p><p><strong>Utility Powers:</strong></p><p>L2 – Glowering Threat</p><p>L6 – Ignore Weakness</p><p>L10 – Clearheaded</p><p>L12 – Blood Iron</p><p>L16 – Bolstering Stride</p><p>L22 – Knight's Valor</p><p></p><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><p>L1 – Athletics</p><p>L1 – Endurance</p><p>L1 – Intimidate</p><p></p><p><strong><u>Magic Items (Expected GP = 14,625,000):</u></strong></p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Feyslaughter Craghammer (AV)</p><p><strong>L29 (2,625,000 gp):</strong> Ring of Free Time (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L28 (2,125,000 gp):</strong> +6 Steadfast Amulet (AV)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Dwarven Godplate Armor (PHB)</p><p><strong>L27 (1,625,000 gp):</strong> +6 Dwarven Thrower Craghammer (D 385)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L26 (1,125,000 gp):</strong> Iron Armbands of Power (Epic Tier) (AV)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L24 (525,000 gp):</strong> Boots of Caiphon (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L24 (525,000 gp):</strong> Eye of Awareness (AV)</p><p><strong>L24 (525,000 gp):</strong> Golden Ring of Teros (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L20 (125,000 gp):</strong> Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2)</p><p><strong>L12 (13,000 gp):</strong> Stone of Earth (AV 2)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L11 (9,000 gp):</strong> Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L10 (5,000 gp):</strong> Salve of Power (AV)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>L10 (5,000 gp):</strong> Strikebacks (AV)</p><p><strong>Total:</strong> 13,482,000 gp</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Veep, post: 6707941, member: 6793297"] [CENTER][SIZE=5] [b]Sample Builds: Exemplars of Honor[/b][/SIZE][/CENTER] [b]Central Casting[/b] The primary goal here is to make use of the resources found in the Heroes of the Fallen Lands book. As such, we will only be considering support from there, and will try to make this character the best he can be. [b]Race:[/b] Dwarf. [b]Paragon Path:[/b] Stalwart Knight. [b]Epic Destiny:[/b] Indomitable Champion. [b]Ability Scores:[/b] L1 – Str 18, Con 15, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 14, Cha 10 L4 – Str 19, Con 16, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 14, Cha 10 L8 – Str 20, Con 17, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 14, Cha 10 L11 – Str 21, Con 18, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 15, Cha 11 L14 – Str 22, Con 19, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 15, Cha 11 L18 – Str 23, Con 20, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 15, Cha 11 L21 – Str 26, Con 23, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 16, Cha 12 L24 – Str 27, Con 24, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 16, Cha 12 L28 – Str 28, Con 25, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 16, Cha 12 [b]Feats:[/b] L1 – World Serpent's Grasp L2 – Master at Arms L4 – Weapon Focus (Hammers) L6 – Toughness L8 – Improved Defenses L10 – Improved Initiative L11 – Resilient Focus L12 – Superior Will L14 – Superior Fortitude L14 – Superior Reflexes (replaces Improved Defenses) L16 – Disciple of Stone L18 – Disciple of Strength L20 – Disciple of Death L21 – Disciple of the Wild L22 – Eager Advance L24 – Cold Adaptation L26 – Armor Finesse L28 – Tenacious Resolve L30 – Skill Focus (Intimidate) [b]Knight Stances:[/b] L1 – Defend the Line L1 – Hammer Hands L7 – Poised Assault L17 – Battle Wrath [b]Utility Powers:[/b] L2 – Glowering Threat L6 – Ignore Weakness L8 – Shield Block L10 – Clearheaded L12 – Bludgeoning Counterstrike L16 – Bolstering Stride L22 – Knight's Valor L26 – Epic Tenacity [b]Skills:[/b] L1 – Athletics L1 – Endurance L1 – Intimidate [u][b]Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):[/b][/u] [b]L29 (2,625,000 gp): [/b]+6 Black Iron Godplate Armor (PHB) [b]L29 (2,625,000 gp): [/b]Helm of Battle (Epic Tier) (PHB) [b]L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Elven Cloak (PHB) [b]L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Vicious Warhammer (PHB) [b]L24 (525,000 gp):[/b] Gauntlets of Blood (Epic Tier) (AV 2) [b]L22 (325,000 gp):[/b] Belt of Vigor (Epic Tier) (PHB) [b]L22 (325,000 gp): [/b]Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB) [b]Nonmagical:[/b] Heavy Shield (PHB) [b]TOTAL:[/b] 9,675,000 gp [b]Infernal Legionnaire[/b] A rather unconventional sort of Knight, this one relies on the Wrath of the Crimson Legion feat (via Paladin multiclass) in order to get away with Charisma as a primary, which in turn opens up some nifty things. [b]Race:[/b] Tiefling. [b]Multiclass:[/b] Paladin. [b]Paragon Path:[/b] Stalwart Knight. [b]Epic Destiny:[/b] Ceaseless Guardian. [b]Ability Scores:[/b] L1 – Str 13, Con 16, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 18 L4 – Str 13, Con 17, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 19 L8 – Str 13, Con 18, Dex 14, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 20 L11 – Str 14, Con 19, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 21 L14 – Str 14, Con 20, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 22 L18 – Str 14, Con 21, Dex 15, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 23 L21 – Str 15, Con 22, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 26 L24 – Str 15, Con 23, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 27 L28 – Str 15, Con 24, Dex 16, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 28 [b]Feats:[/b] L1 – Melee Training (Charisma) L2 – Soldier of Faith L2 – Wrath of the Crimson Legion (replaces Melee Training (Charisma)) L4 – World Serpent's Grasp L6 – Imperious Majesty L8 – Master at Arms L10 – Improved Defenses L11 – Hammer Shock L12 – Secrets of Belial L14 – Armor Specialization (Plate) L16 – Hellfire Blood L18 – Superior Reflexes L20 – Superior Fortitude L20 – Superior Will (replaces Improved Defenses) L21 – Epic Reflexes L21 – Overwhelming Impact (replaces World Serpent's Grasp) L22 – Epic Fortitude L24 – Epic Will L26 – Irresistible Flame L28 – Weapon Focus (Hammers) L30 – Superior Initiative [b]Knight Stances:[/b] L1 – Defend the Line L1 – Hammer Hands L7 – Poised Assault L17 – Battle Wrath [b][/b][b][/b] [b]Utility Powers:[/b] L2 – Glowering Threat L6 – Pass Forward L8 – Shield Block L10 – Clearheaded L12 – Bludgeoning Counterstrike L14 – Eagle's Splendor (replaces Ultimate Parry) L16 – Interposing Shield L22 – Knight's Valor L26 – Always Ready [b]Skills:[/b] L1 – Athletics L1 – Diplomacy L1 – Endurance L2 – Intimidate [u][b]Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):[/b][/u] [b]L30 (3,125,000 gp):[/b] +6 Flaming Warhammer (PHB) [b][/b][b]L29 (2,625,000 gp):[/b] Ring of Free Time (AV 2)[b] L28 (2,125,000 gp):[/b] +6 Steadfast Amulet (AV) [b]L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Dwarven Thrower Warhammer (D 385)[b] L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Dwarven Godplate Armor (PHB)[b] L24 (525,000 gp):[/b] Boots of Caiphon (AV 2)[b] L23 (425,000 gp):[/b] Eye of Awareness (AV)[b] L22 (325,000 gp):[/b] Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB) [b]L20 (125,000 gp):[/b] Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2)[b] L15 (25,000 gp):[/b] Ring of the Dragonborn Emperor (AV)[b] L12 (13,000 gp):[/b] Stone of Earth (AV 2)[b] L11 (9,000 gp): [/b]Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)[b] L10 (5,000 gp):[/b] Strikebacks (AV)[b] L9 (4,200 gp):[/b] Backlash Tattoo (AV 2)[b] L9 (4,200 gp):[/b] Battle Standard of the Hungry Blade (D 381)[b] Nonmagical:[/b] Heavy Shield (PHB) [b]TOTAL:[/b] 12,585,400 gp [b]Mage Knight[/b] Continuing the tradition of unconventional Knights, this one employs a Swordmage multiclass in order to get away with some very unorthodox ability score arrangements. [b]Race:[/b] Eladrin. [b]Multiclass:[/b] Swordmage. [b]Paragon Path:[/b] Eldritch Knight. [b]Epic Destiny:[/b] Ceaseless Guardian. [b]Ability Scores:[/b] L1 – Str 10, Con 13, Dex 10, Int 20, Wis 8, Cha 15 L4 – Str 10, Con 14, Dex 10, Int 21, Wis 8, Cha 15 L8 – Str 10, Con 15, Dex 10, Int 22, Wis 8, Cha 15 L11 – Str 11, Con 16, Dex 11, Int 23, Wis 9, Cha 16 L14 – Str 11, Con 17, Dex 11, Int 24, Wis 9, Cha 16 L18 – Str 11, Con 18, Dex 11, Int 25, Wis 9, Cha 16 L21 – Str 12, Con 19, Dex 12, Int 28, Wis 10, Cha 17 L24 – Str 12, Con 20, Dex 12, Int 29, Wis 10, Cha 17 L28 – Str 12, Con 20, Dex 12, Int 30, Wis 10, Cha 18 [b]Feats:[/b] L1 – Melee Training (Intelligence) L2 – Blade Initiate L2 – Intelligent Blademaster (replaces Melee Training (Intelligence)) L4 – World Serpent's Grasp L6 – Master at Arms L8 – Improved Defenses L10 – Improved Initiative L11 – Hammer Shock L12 – Superior Will L14 – Superior Fortitude L14 – Superior Reflexes (replaces Improved Defenses) L16 – Weapon Focus (Hammers) L18 – Armor Specialization (Hide) L20 – Grit L21 – Epic Will L21 – Overwhelming Impact (replaces World Serpent's Grasp) L22 – Epic Fortitude L22 – Superior Initiative (replaces Improved Initiative) L24 – Epic Reflexes L26 – Striking Resurgence L28 – Epic Recovery L30 – Fey Charge [b]Knight Stances:[/b] L1 – Defend the Line L1 – Glimmering Blade L7 – Hammer Hands L17 – Poised Assault [b]Encounter Powers:[/b] L11 – Charm of the Defender [b][/b] [b]Utility Powers:[/b] L2 – Glowering Threat L6 – Bewitching Glare L8 – Shield Block L10 – Pass Forward L12 – Eldritch Leap L16 – Interposing Shield L22 – Knight's Valor L26 – Always Ready [b]Skills:[/b] L1 – Diplomacy L1 – Endurance L1 – History L1 – Intimidate L2 – Arcana [u][b]Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):[/b][/u] [b]L30 (3,125,000 gp):[/b] +6 Lifeblood Elderhide Armor (PHB 2)[b] L29 (2,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Feyslaughter Warhammer (AV) [b]L29 (2,625,000 gp):[/b] Ring of Free Time (AV 2) [b][/b][b]L28 (2,125,000 gp): [/b]+6 Steadfast Amulet (AV) [b]L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Dwarven Thrower Warhammer (D 385) [b]L24 (525,000 gp):[/b] Boots of Caiphon (AV 2) [b]L23 (425,000 gp):[/b] Eye of Awareness (AV) [b]L22 (325,000 gp):[/b] Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB) [b]L20 (125,000 gp):[/b] Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2) [b]L15 (25,000 gp): [/b]Ring of the Dragonborn Emperor (AV) [b]L12 (13,000 gp):[/b] Stone of Earth (AV 2) [b]L11 (9,000 gp): [/b]Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381) [b]L10 (5,000 gp):[/b] Strikebacks (AV) [b]L9 (4,200 gp):[/b] Backlash Tattoo (AV 2) [b]L9 (4,200 gp):[/b] Battle Standard of the Hungry Blade (D 381) [b]Nonmagical:[/b] Heavy Shield (PHB) [b]TOTAL:[/b] 13,585,400 gp [b]Storm Knight[/b] Another unconventional Knight, this build relies on the synergy the Knight chassis has with the Mark of Storm tree to make a very strong character, particularly on the damage front. [b]Race:[/b] Half-Elf. [b]Dilettante Power:[/b] Eldritch Strike. [b]Multiclass:[/b] Warden. [b]Paragon Path: [/b]Lyrandar Wind-Rider. [b]Epic Destiny: [/b]Destined Scion. [b]Ability Scores:[/b] L1 – Str 13, Con 20, Dex 10, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 15 L4 – Str 13, Con 21, Dex 10, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 16 L8 – Str 14, Con 22, Dex 10, Int 8, Wis 10, Cha 16 L11 – Str 15, Con 23, Dex 11, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 17 L14 – Str 15, Con 24, Dex 11, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 18 L18 – Str 16, Con 25, Dex 11, Int 9, Wis 11, Cha 18 L21 – Str 19, Con 28, Dex 12, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 19 L24 – Str 19, Con 29, Dex 12, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 20 L28 – Str 20, Con 30, Dex 12, Int 10, Wis 12, Cha 20 [b]Feats:[/b] L1 – Melee Training (Constitution) L2 – World Serpent's Grasp L4 – Bludgeon Expertise L6 – Defender of the Wild L8 – Crippling Crush L10 – Mark of Storm L11 – Hammer Shock L11 – Versatile Master (replaces Melee Training (Constitution)) L12 – Deadly Draw L14 – Improved Defenses L16 – Hindering Shield L18 – Improved Initiative L20 – Superior Will L21 – Overwhelming Impact L21 – Superior Initiative (replaces Improved Initiative) L22 – Bludgeon Mastery L22 – Armor Specialization (Plate) (replaces World Serpent's Grasp) L24 – Epic Reflexes L26 – Epic Fortitude L28 – Epic Will L30 – Wepaon Focus (Hammers) [b]Knight Stances:[/b] L1 – Defend the Line L1 – Hammer Hands L7 – Poised Assault L17 – Battle Wrath [b]Encounter Powers:[/b] L11 – Wind Burst [b]Daily Powers:[/b] L20 – Unruly Cyclone [b]Utility Powers:[/b] L2 – Glowering Threat L6 – Pass Forward L8 – Shield Block L10 – Clearheaded L12 – Zephyr Wings L16 – Interposing Shield L22 – Knight's Valor L26 – Always Ready [b]Skills:[/b] L1 – Diplomacy L1 – Endurance L1 – Intimidate [u][b]Magic Items at L30 (Expected GP = 14,625,000):[/b][/u] [b]L30 (3,125,000 gp):[/b] +6 Lightning Throwing Hammer (PHB)[b] L30 (3,125,000 gp): [/b]+6 Lightning Warhammer (PHB) [b]L29 (2,625,000 gp): [/b]Ring of Free Time (AV 2) [b]L28 (2,125,000 gp): [/b]+6 Steadfast Amulet (AV) [b]L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Dwarven Thrower Warhammer (D 385) [b]L24 (525,000 gp):[/b] Boots of Caiphon (AV 2) [b]L23 (425,000 gp):[/b] Eye of Awareness (AV) [b]L22 (325,000 gp):[/b] Bracers of Mighty Striking (Epic Tier) (PHB) [b]L20 (125,000 gp): [/b]Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2) [b]L15 (25,000 gp): [/b]Ring of the Dragonborn Emperor (AV) [b]L12 (13,000 gp):[/b] Stone of Earth (AV 2) [b]L11 (9,000 gp):[/b] Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381) [b]L10 (5,000 gp):[/b] Strikebacks (AV) [b]L9 (4,200 gp): [/b]Backlash Tattoo (AV 2) [b]L9 (4,200 gp):[/b] Battle Standard of the Hungry Blade (D 381) [b]Nonmagical:[/b] Heavy Shield (PHB) [b]TOTAL:[/b] 14,085,400 gp [b]The Crusher[/b] A nice and straightforward build, this one looks to take advantage of the Fighter's excellent support and the Knight's own native package to make a punishing, sticky Defender. [b]Race:[/b] Dwarf. [b]Multiclass:[/b] Warden. [b]Paragon Path:[/b] Dreadnought. [b]Epic Destiny:[/b] Destined Scion. [b]Ability Scores:[/b] L1 – Str 18, Con 18, Dex 12, Int 8, Wis 12, Cha 10 L4 – Str 19, Con 19, Dex 12, Int 8, Wis 12, Cha 10 L8 – Str 20, Con 20, Dex 12, Int 8, Wis 12, Cha 10 L11 – Str 21, Con 21, Dex 13, Int 9, Wis 13, Cha 11 L14 – Str 22, Con 22, Dex 13, Int 9, Wis 13, Cha 11 L18 – Str 23, Con 23, Dex 13, Int 9, Wis 13, Cha 11 L21 – Str 26, Con 26, Dex 14, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 12 L24 – Str 27, Con 27, Dex 14, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 12 L28 – Str 28, Con 28, Dex 14, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 12 [b]Feats:[/b] L1 – Dwarven Weapon Training L2 – World Serpent's Grasp L4 – Bludgeon Expertise L6 – Defender of the Wild L8 – Martial Cross-Training (Come and Get It) L10 – Crippling Crush L11 – Hammer Shock L12 – Armor Specialization (Plate) L13 – Martial Cross-Training (Anvil of Doom) (replaces Come and Get It) L14 – Reserve Maneuver (Come and Get It) L16 – Improved Defenses L18 – Ubiquitous Shield L20 – Improved Initiative L21 – Overwhelming Impact L21 – Superior Initiative (replaces Improved Initiative) L22 – Bludgeon Mastery L24 – Iron Will L26 – Lightning Reflexes L26 – Superior Fortitude (replaces Improved Defenses) L28 – Epic Will L30 – Epic Reflexes [b]Knight Stances:[/b] L1 – Defend the Line L1 – Hammer Hands L7 – Poised Assault L17 – Battle Wrath [b]Encounter Powers:[/b] L8 – Come and Get It L11 – Inexorable Advance L13 – Anvil of Doom (replaces Come and Get It) L14 – Come and Get It (replaces Inexorable Advance) [b]Daily Powers:[/b] L20 – Line-Breaker Assault [b]Utility Powers:[/b] L2 – Glowering Threat L6 – Ignore Weakness L10 – Clearheaded L12 – Blood Iron L16 – Bolstering Stride L22 – Knight's Valor [b]Skills:[/b] L1 – Athletics L1 – Endurance L1 – Intimidate [b][u]Magic Items (Expected GP = 14,625,000):[/u][/b] [b]L29 (2,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Feyslaughter Craghammer (AV) [b]L29 (2,625,000 gp):[/b] Ring of Free Time (AV 2)[b] L28 (2,125,000 gp):[/b] +6 Steadfast Amulet (AV)[b] L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Dwarven Godplate Armor (PHB) [b]L27 (1,625,000 gp):[/b] +6 Dwarven Thrower Craghammer (D 385)[b] L26 (1,125,000 gp):[/b] Iron Armbands of Power (Epic Tier) (AV)[b] L24 (525,000 gp):[/b] Boots of Caiphon (AV 2)[b] L24 (525,000 gp):[/b] Eye of Awareness (AV) [b]L24 (525,000 gp):[/b] Golden Ring of Teros (AV 2)[b] L20 (125,000 gp):[/b] Diamond Cincture (Paragon Tier) (AV 2) [b]L12 (13,000 gp):[/b] Stone of Earth (AV 2)[b] L11 (9,000 gp):[/b] Dice of Auspicious Fortune (D 381)[b] L10 (5,000 gp):[/b] Salve of Power (AV)[b] L10 (5,000 gp):[/b] Strikebacks (AV) [b]Total:[/b] 13,482,000 gp [/QUOTE]
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