Cavalier - Fighter Subclass

Bonus Proficiency; Born to the Saddle; Unwavering Mark

3rd level

Gain a skill or language, become highly capable while mounted, and mark enemies so they are punished for attacking others.

Warding Maneuver

7th level

Use a 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/ and a die roll to increase the Armor Class A stylized shield icon representing Armor Class. D&D Portal - Armor Class Combat rule Armor Class is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/armor-class/ of yourself or a nearby creature against one attack.

Hold the Line

10th level

Make opportunity attacks when creatures move within your reach and stop their movement on a hit.

Ferocious Charger

15th level

After moving before a hit, force A stylized burst icon representing force damage. D&D Portal - Force Damage type Force is a damage type used by attacks, spells, class features, resistance, immunity, and vulnerability. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/damage-types/force/ the target to save or fall prone A stylized condition icon representing prone. D&D Portal - Prone Condition Prone 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/prone/.

Vigilant Defender

18th level

Gain a special 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/ on every creature’s turn for opportunity attacks.

FAQ

What is the Cavalier subclass?

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

Read more: Cavalier A stylized Fighter class icon. D&D Portal - Cavalier Fighter subclass Mounted and defensive control focused on marking and holding enemies. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/classes/fighter/cavalier/

How does the Cavalier subclass work?

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

What features does a Cavalier get?

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

Is Cavalier a good subclass?

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

How do you play a Cavalier?

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