Character class
Artificer
An Intelligence 
D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/-based magical inventor who channels spells 
D&D Portal - Spells Spellcasting rule Spells is a spellcasting rule used by spells,
class features, and magical effects. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/spells/ through tools, creates temporary magic items through infusions, and adapts equipment to the needs of the party.
Mechanically, the Artificer is built around Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/, uses a d8 Hit Die, and follows the progression table below for proficiency bonus, class features, and class-specific resources.
This page collects the Artificer core traits, starting equipment, level progression, class feature summaries, and published subclasses in one place. Spellcasting note: Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/; prepared half-caster progression beginning at 1st level.
Implementation Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Primary ability | Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/ |
| Multiclass prerequisite | Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/ 13 |
| Spellcasting | Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/; prepared half-caster progression beginning at 1st level. |
| Suggested tags | arcane, crafting, support, utility, half-caster |
Core Class Traits
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Hit Die | d8 |
| Armor | Light armor  D&D Portal - Light Armor Equipment reference Light Armor is an equipment reference used by
character options and rules. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/equipment/light-armor/, medium armor D&D Portal - Medium Armor Equipment reference Medium Armor is an equipment reference used by
character options and rules. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/equipment/medium-armor/, shields  D&D Portal - Shields Equipment reference Shields is an equipment reference used by
character options and rules. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/equipment/shields/ |
| Weapons | Simple weapons  D&D Portal - Simple Weapons Equipment reference Simple Weapons is an equipment reference used by
character options and rules. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/equipment/simple-weapons/ |
| Tools | Thieves’ tools, tinker’s tools, and one artisan’s tool |
| Saving Throws | Constitution  D&D Portal - Constitution Health, stamina, and endurance Constitution measures health, stamina, endurance,
and a character's resistance to physical hardship. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/constitution/, Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/ |
| Skills | Choose two: Arcana  D&D Portal - Arcana Skill reference Arcana is a skill used for ability checks
in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/arcana/, History  D&D Portal - History Skill reference History is a skill used for ability checks
in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/history/, Investigation  D&D Portal - Investigation Skill reference Investigation is a skill used for ability checks
in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/investigation/, Medicine  D&D Portal - Medicine Skill reference Medicine is a skill used for ability checks
in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/medicine/, Nature  D&D Portal - Nature Skill reference Nature is a skill used for ability checks
in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/nature/, Perception  D&D Portal - Perception Skill reference Perception is a skill used for ability checks
in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/perception/, Sleight of Hand  D&D Portal - Sleight of Hand Skill reference Sleight of Hand is a skill used for ability checks
in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/sleight-of-hand/ |
Starting Equipment
Any two simple weapons
Any two simple weapons D&D Portal - Simple Weapons Equipment reference Simple Weapons is an equipment reference used by
character options and rules. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/equipment/simple-weapons/ .
Light crossbow and 20 bolts
Light crossbow and 20 bolts .
Choose one
Option 3
Studded leather armor orscale mail .
Thieves’ tools and a dungeoneer’s pack
Thieves’ tools and a dungeoneer’s pack .
Artificer Progression
| Level | Prof.  D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/ | Features | Infusions Known | Infused Items | Cantrips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2 | - | - | 2 | ||
| +2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | ||
| +2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | ||
| +2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | ||
| +3 |
| 4 | 2 | 2 | |
| +3 | 6 | 3 | 2 | ||
| +3 | 6 | 3 | 2 | ||
| +3 | 6 | 3 | 2 | ||
| +4 |
| 6 | 3 | 2 | |
| +4 | 8 | 4 | 3 | ||
| +4 | 8 | 4 | 3 | ||
| +4 | 8 | 4 | 3 | ||
| +5 |
| 8 | 4 | 3 | |
| +5 | 10 | 5 | 4 | ||
| +5 |
| 10 | 5 | 4 | |
| +5 | 10 | 5 | 4 | ||
| +6 |
| 10 | 5 | 4 | |
| +6 | 12 | 6 | 4 | ||
| +6 | 12 | 6 | 4 | ||
| +6 | 12 | 6 | 4 |
Level 1 2 features gained Magical Tinkering | Spellcasting +2 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +2
- Features
- Infusions Known
- -
- Infused Items
- -
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 2 1 feature gained Infuse Item +2 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +2
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 4
- Infused Items
- 2
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 3 2 features gained Artificer Specialist | The Right Tool for the Job +2 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +2
- Infusions Known
- 4
- Infused Items
- 2
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 4 1 feature gained Ability Score Improvement +2 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +2
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 4
- Infused Items
- 2
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 5 1 feature gained Specialist feature +3 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +3
- Features
- Specialist feature
- Infusions Known
- 4
- Infused Items
- 2
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 6 1 feature gained Tool Expertise +3 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +3
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 6
- Infused Items
- 3
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 7 1 feature gained Flash of Genius +3 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +3
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 6
- Infused Items
- 3
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 8 1 feature gained Ability Score Improvement +3 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +3
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 6
- Infused Items
- 3
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 9 1 feature gained Specialist feature +4 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +4
- Features
- Specialist feature
- Infusions Known
- 6
- Infused Items
- 3
- Cantrips
- 2
Level 10 1 feature gained Magic Item Adept +4 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +4
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 8
- Infused Items
- 4
- Cantrips
- 3
Level 11 1 feature gained Spell-Storing Item +4 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +4
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 8
- Infused Items
- 4
- Cantrips
- 3
Level 12 1 feature gained Ability Score Improvement +4 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +4
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 8
- Infused Items
- 4
- Cantrips
- 3
Level 13 1 feature gained — +5 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +5
- Features
- —
- Infusions Known
- 8
- Infused Items
- 4
- Cantrips
- 3
Level 14 1 feature gained Magic Item Savant +5 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +5
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 10
- Infused Items
- 5
- Cantrips
- 4
Level 15 1 feature gained Specialist feature +5 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +5
- Features
- Specialist feature
- Infusions Known
- 10
- Infused Items
- 5
- Cantrips
- 4
Level 16 1 feature gained Ability Score Improvement +5 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +5
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 10
- Infused Items
- 5
- Cantrips
- 4
Level 17 1 feature gained — +6 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +6
- Features
- —
- Infusions Known
- 10
- Infused Items
- 5
- Cantrips
- 4
Level 18 1 feature gained Magic Item Master +6 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +6
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 12
- Infused Items
- 6
- Cantrips
- 4
Level 19 1 feature gained Ability Score Improvement +6 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +6
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 12
- Infused Items
- 6
- Cantrips
- 4
Level 20 1 feature gained Soul of Artifice +6 Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- Prof. D&D Portal - PB Shortened rule term PB means Proficiency Bonus. Add PB to rolls where you are proficient, and to rules that explicitly scale with proficiency bonus. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/abbreviations/pb/
- +6
- Features
- Infusions Known
- 12
- Infused Items
- 6
- Cantrips
- 4
Class Features
As a artificer, you gain the following class features.
Magical Tinkering
Level 1
Imbue a limited number of Tiny mundane objects with persistent minor magical effects such as light, a recorded message, a sound or smell, or a static visual mark.
Spellcasting
Level 1
Prepare artificer spells D&D Portal - Spells Spellcasting rule Spells is a spellcasting rule used by spells,
class features, and magical effects. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/spells/ using Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/ and produce spell D&D Portal - Spells Spellcasting rule Spells is a spellcasting rule used by spells,
class features, and magical effects. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/spells/ effects through tools or infused items; ritual casting is available for prepared ritual spells D&D Portal - Spells Spellcasting rule Spells is a spellcasting rule used by spells,
class features, and magical effects. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/spells/.
Infuse Item
Level 2
Learn infusions and apply them to nonmagical objects after a long rest 
D&D Portal - Long Rest Rest rule Long Rest is a rest rule used to recover
resources, hit points, and class features. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/rests/long-rest/, creating temporary magic items up to the class limit.
Artificer Specialist
Levels 3, 5, 9, 15
Choose a specialist whose features define the class’s main combat and support package.
The Right Tool for the Job
Level 3
Create one set of artisan’s tools during a rest while holding thieves’ or artisan’s tools.
Ability Score Improvement
Levels 4, 8, 12, 16, 19
Increase ability scores or take a feat when the campaign uses feats.
Tool Expertise
Level 6
Double proficiency on ability checks 
D&D Portal - Ability Check D20 test rule Ability Check is a d20 test rule used to resolve
uncertain outcomes during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/d20-tests/ability-check/ that use a tool proficiency.
Flash of Genius
Level 7
Use a reaction 
D&D Portal - Reaction Action rule Reaction is an action economy rule used to
describe what a creature can do on its turn. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/actions/reaction/ to add the Intelligence D&D Portal - Intelligence Reasoning, memory, and knowledge Intelligence measures reasoning, memory,
education, and the ability to recall and analyse information. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/intelligence/ modifier to a nearby creature’s ability check D&D Portal - Ability Check D20 test rule Ability Check is a d20 test rule used to resolve
uncertain outcomes during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/d20-tests/ability-check/ or saving throw 
D&D Portal - Saving Throw D20 test rule Saving Throw is a d20 test rule used to resolve
uncertain outcomes during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/d20-tests/saving-throw/, a limited number of times per long rest D&D Portal - Long Rest Rest rule Long Rest is a rest rule used to recover
resources, hit points, and class features. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/rests/long-rest/.
Magic Item Adept
Level 10
Attune to four magic items and craft common or uncommon items more quickly and cheaply.
Spell-Storing Item
Level 11
Store a 1st- or 2nd-level artificer spell D&D Portal - Spells Spellcasting rule Spells is a spellcasting rule used by spells,
class features, and magical effects. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/spells/ in a weapon or focus so another creature can produce the effect repeatedly.
Magic Item Savant
Level 14
Attune to five magic items and ignore class, race, spell D&D Portal - Spells Spellcasting rule Spells is a spellcasting rule used by spells,
class features, and magical effects. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/spells/, and level requirements for using them.
Magic Item Master
Level 18
Attune to six magic items.
Soul of Artifice
Level 20
Gain saving-throw bonuses from attuned items and sacrifice an infusion to remain at 1 hit point instead of dropping to 0.
Published Subclasses
Published Subclasses
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything; Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Alchemist
Potions, restorative magic, and experimental elixirs.
- artificer
- subclass
- alchemist
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Armorer
Custom arcane armor with Guardian and Infiltrator configurations.
- artificer
- subclass
- armorer
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything; Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Artillerist
Arcane firearms and deployable eldritch cannons.
- artificer
- subclass
- artillerist
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything; Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Battle Smith
Weapon combat supported by a Steel Defender.
- artificer
- subclass
- battle-smith
FAQ
What is an Artificer in D&D?
An Artificer is an Intelligence-based half-caster who combines magic, tools, crafted equipment, and magical infusions. Rather than relying only on spells, Artificers turn ordinary objects into magical resources, support the party with flexible utility, and specialise at 3rd level as an Alchemist, Armorer, Artillerist, or Battle Smith.
Read more: Artificer 
D&D Portal - What is an Artificer in D&D? Artificer FAQ An Artificer is an Intelligence-based half-caster who combines magic, tools, crafted equipment, and magical infusions. Rather than relying only on spells, Artificers turn ordinary objects into magical resources, support the party with flexible utility, and specialise at 3rd level as an Alchemist, Armorer, Artillerist, or Battle Smith. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/faq/artificer/what-is-an-artificer-in-dnd/
How do you play an Artificer?
Play an Artificer by planning ahead: keep Intelligence high, prepare spells for the expected adventure, choose infusions that benefit the whole party, and use tools and Flash of Genius to solve problems that raw damage cannot. Your Specialist determines whether you lean toward support, armor, ranged magical damage, or weapon combat.
Read more: Artificer D&D Portal - How do you play an Artificer? Artificer FAQ Play an Artificer by planning ahead: keep Intelligence high, prepare spells for the expected adventure, choose infusions that benefit the whole party, and use tools and Flash of Genius to solve problems that raw damage cannot. Your Specialist determines whether you lean toward support, armor, ranged magical damage, or weapon combat. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/faq/artificer/how-do-you-play-an-artificer/
What ability scores are best for an Artificer?
Intelligence is normally the Artificer's highest ability score because it powers spellcasting, prepared spells, Flash of Genius, and many Specialist features. Constitution is usually the next priority for hit points and concentration, while Dexterity improves initiative and defense. The exact secondary priorities depend on the chosen Specialist.
Read more: Artificer D&D Portal - What ability scores are best for an Artificer? Artificer FAQ Intelligence is normally the Artificer's highest ability score because it powers spellcasting, prepared spells, Flash of Genius, and many Specialist features. Constitution is usually the next priority for hit points and concentration, while Dexterity improves initiative and defense. The exact secondary priorities depend on the chosen Specialist. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/faq/artificer/what-ability-scores-are-best-for-an-artificer/
What are the main Artificer class features?
The Artificer's main features are Magical Tinkering, prepared Spellcasting, Infuse Item, an Artificer Specialist, The Right Tool for the Job, Tool Expertise, Flash of Genius, Spell-Storing Item, increasingly powerful magic-item attunement, and Soul of Artifice. Together they make the class a flexible magical inventor rather than a conventional caster.
Read more: Artificer D&D Portal - What are the main Artificer class features? Artificer FAQ The Artificer's main features are Magical Tinkering, prepared Spellcasting, Infuse Item, an Artificer Specialist, The Right Tool for the Job, Tool Expertise, Flash of Genius, Spell-Storing Item, increasingly powerful magic-item attunement, and Soul of Artifice. Together they make the class a flexible magical inventor rather than a conventional caster. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/faq/artificer/what-are-the-main-artificer-class-features/
What subclasses can an Artificer choose?
The pre-2024 Artificer has four main published Specialists: Alchemist, Armorer, Artillerist, and Battle Smith. The choice is made at 3rd level and strongly changes the class's role, from support and alchemy to magical armor, arcane artillery, or weapon combat with a Steel Defender.
Read more: Artificer D&D Portal - What subclasses can an Artificer choose? Artificer FAQ The pre-2024 Artificer has four main published Specialists: Alchemist, Armorer, Artillerist, and Battle Smith. The choice is made at 3rd level and strongly changes the class's role, from support and alchemy to magical armor, arcane artillery, or weapon combat with a Steel Defender. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/faq/artificer/what-subclasses-can-an-artificer-choose/