D&D 5E Need an idea for a player.

[keynup]

Going to be starting up a game with 2 players and need some options for 1 of them without overwhelming him with choices.

I'll be running it on "easy mode" so optimization is not needed.
First player will be a Druid.
Other player wants something for "agility based support". He's new to pen and paper, but used to class concepts from video games.

Any ideas to toss around would be appreciated.

 

[Omand]

I would say Rogue for agility based support. Generally not too hard to run as a class if you choose one of the simpler sub-classes and is based upon Dexterity aka Agility.

Cheers

 

[Ancalagon]

Druid turns into a bear, rogue supports from the back.

You could make it a scout rogue so they could both be "nature" PCs

 

[Swarmkeeper]

Yeah, like @Omand said, a Rogue would be great. Or a DEX based fighter might be even slightly simpler.

 

[Oofta]

The easiest rogue to run would be a swashbuckler IMHO if they're going to be getting into melee, especially with a smaller group. Dex based champion fighter would probably be the simplest option overall.

 

[Ancalagon]

My only concern is "support" - make sure you understand what the player means by that, as they have different meanings in different setting.

 

[Bayushi_seikuro]

I will agree with the idea of going rogue. There are many ways to be a 'support' person, and I really feel that in a lot of ways rogue is an easier 'jack of all trades' type. Less buttons to push.

 

[GSHamster]

"Support" from a video game player usually means heals and buffs.

I'd actually recommend a bard. The D&D bard is charisma-based, but dex is a good secondary. It also fits the image of agile, lightly armored character who supports her team.

 

[Aylowan]

My only concern is "support" - make sure you understand what the player means by that, as they have different meanings in different setting.

"Support" from a video game player usually means heals and buffs.

I'd actually recommend a bard. The D&D bard is charisma-based, but dex is a good secondary. It also fits the image of agile, lightly armored character who supports her team.

Strongly agree with all of that. I'd definitely ask what the player envisions "support" to be, if that hasn't been done yet. You can certainly take any class in a support direction, but my first pitch to the player would also be bard. Personally, I think a bard + druid duo sounds pretty fun, and each has lots of character options/flexibility.

As for simplicity, if you're starting at level 1, the bard will only know a few spells. And depending on the player's video game experiences/preferences, it's very possible the mechanical aspects of d&d won't be much trouble at all.

 

[keynup]

Even when starting at 1st I think player should a College in mind.

So any suggestions for a College that is more combat oriented?