Damphyr Rogue with Garrote

[TylerDurden]

I think this would be a pretty cool idea, but having trouble getting the stats to work right.

I am looking at super stealth to get close and use a garrote in combat.

Any ideas on making this character worthwhile in combat?

 

[LightPhoenix]

The big thing is being able to capitalize on grabbing. Unfortunately there's no low-level Rogue powers that grab people aside from the Garrote training. I'd focus on feats utilizing grabbing (obviously).

Another possibility is to do a Hybrid Fighter|Rogue, using the Fighter powers to pick up stuff that grabs and swapping out the Rogue ones with the Garrote ones. Focus on Strength so you get the best use for your Fighter powers (Garrote powers can be used with Strength). Take Grappling Strike to get an at-will grab (albeit melee touch, so you can't use the garrote), and plenty of Fighter powers allow you to grab as well. If you want to boost Stealth, grab Skill Focus (Stealth).