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Message: <blockquote data-quote="smbakeresq" data-source="post: 7552967" data-attributes="member: 28301">They all are focused too much on optimizing damage.  There isn’t enough difference to matter at the table, just play what you want.  I typically pick a style to match the mini I am using for that PC.Inspiring leader is one the best feats in the game, maybe the best feat.Heavy Armor Master plays a lot better than it sounds.  For a VHuman I take it almost every time at first level to get most mileage.  Think about how many times you get attacked wherein the feat comes into play, you might get attacked 3-400 times before 5th level as you will be the frontline.  It would be worth it if you only got attacked 100 times.Warcaster is good even without BB if you use Command and have another PC that does same or uses Dissonant  Whispers or other fear affects to make them move.  You just want as many chances as possible to roll a crit especially if you can tack on a doubled smite.The reason I use Shield Master a lot on a Paladins is that increased chance to land that doubled smite.  It’s more effective in our game since critical hits for us is max weapon damage + the extra crit dice so as not to get a crit and then crap out.</blockquote>