Berserker - Barbarian Subclass

Frenzy

When you rage, you can enter a frenzy and make a melee weapon attack A stylized crossed-weapon icon representing a melee weapon attack. D&D Portal - Melee Weapon Attack Combat rule Melee Weapon Attack is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/melee-weapon-attack/ as a Bonus Action A stylized combat action icon representing a bonus action. D&D Portal - Bonus Action Action rule Bonus Action is an action economy rule used to describe what a creature can do on its turn. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/actions/bonus-action/ on later turns during that rage.

When the frenzy ends, the strain gives you a level of Exhaustion A stylized condition icon representing exhaustion. D&D Portal - Exhaustion Condition Exhaustion is a game condition that can affect what a creature can perceive, do, or resist during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/conditions/exhaustion/.

Mindless Rage

While raging, you cannot be Charmed A stylized condition icon representing charmed. D&D Portal - Charmed Condition Charmed is a game condition that can affect what a creature can perceive, do, or resist during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/conditions/charmed/ or Frightened D&D Portal - Frightened Condition Frightened is a game condition that can affect what a creature can perceive, do, or resist during play. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/conditions/frightened/, and either effect is suspended if it was already affecting you.

Intimidating Presence

You can use your action to frighten a creature that can see or hear you. The save DC uses your Charisma A stylized handshake emblem representing confidence,
personal presence, communication, and influence. D&D Portal - Charisma Presence, confidence, and influence Charisma measures force of personality, confidence, eloquence, and the ability to influence others. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/charisma/ modifier.

Retaliation

When a creature within 5 feet damages you, you can use your Reaction A stylized reaction icon. 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 make a melee weapon attack A stylized crossed-weapon icon representing a melee weapon attack. D&D Portal - Melee Weapon Attack Combat rule Melee Weapon Attack is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/melee-weapon-attack/ against it.

FAQ

What is the Berserker subclass?

Berserker is a specialised subclass option that builds on the features and progression of its parent class.

Read more: Berserker A stylized Barbarian emblem with two sweeping, flame-like
blades surrounding a central axe. D&D Portal - Path of the Berserker Barbarian subclass A Berserker follows a path of unrestrained fury, turning rage into relentless close-range aggression and overwhelming physical pressure. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/classes/barbarian/berserker/

How does the Berserker subclass work?

The Berserker subclass changes the character’s play style through its own feature progression.

What features does a Berserker get?

The subclass page lists the features gained by a Berserker and explains their effects.

Is Berserker a good subclass?

Whether Berserker is a good choice depends on the role, abilities, and play style you want for the character.

How do you play a Berserker?

Use the subclass features to specialise the normal class play pattern and support the role you chose.