Cleric subclass

Knowledge

Expertise-like knowledge, languages, divination, and mental control.

Knowledge starts by changing the normal Cleric play pattern through Domain Spells; Blessings of Knowledge, giving the subclass its first clear mechanical identity.

Later features such as Channel Divinity: Knowledge of the Ages, Channel Divinity: Read Thoughts, Potent Spellcasting expand that identity at higher levels, so the subclass has a clearer role in combat, exploration, utility, or support.

A female Knowledge Cleric class portrait.

Domain Spells; Blessings of Knowledge

1st level

Always prepare knowledge-themed spells A stylized spell icon representing 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/, learn two languages, and gain two knowledge proficiencies with doubled proficiency bonus.

Channel Divinity: Knowledge of the Ages

2nd level

Temporarily gain proficiency with one skill or tool.

Channel Divinity: Read Thoughts

6th level

Read a creature’s surface thoughts and potentially cast Suggestion on it without a spell A stylized spell icon representing 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/ slot.

Potent Spellcasting

8th level

Add Wisdom A stylized open eye emblem representing awareness, perception,
intuition, and insight. D&D Portal - Wisdom Awareness, intuition, and insight Wisdom measures awareness, intuition, perception, and the ability to understand people and surroundings. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/wisdom/ to the damage of cleric cantrips A stylized spell icon representing cantrips. D&D Portal - Cantrips Cantrip list Browse 49 cantrips with casting metadata, classes, components, duration, and range. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/cantrips/.

Visions of the Past

17th level

Read recent impressions from an object or location through prolonged meditation.

FAQ

What is the Knowledge subclass?

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

Read more: Knowledge A stylized Cleric class icon. D&D Portal - Knowledge Cleric subclass Expertise-like knowledge, languages, divination, and mental control. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/classes/cleric/knowledge/

How does the Knowledge subclass work?

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

What features does a Knowledge get?

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

Is Knowledge a good subclass?

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

How do you play a Knowledge?

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