Ranger subclass
Gloom Stalker
Ambush initiative D&D Portal - Initiative Roll Combat rule Initiative Roll is a combat rule used by attacks,
damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/initiative-roll/, darkness superiority, and extra opening attacks.
Gloom Stalker starts by changing the normal Ranger play pattern through Gloom Stalker Magic; Dread Ambusher; Umbral Sight, giving the subclass its first clear mechanical identity.
Later features such as Iron Mind, Stalker’s Flurry, Shadowy Dodge expand that identity at higher levels, so the subclass has a clearer role in combat, exploration, utility, or support.
Gloom Stalker Magic; Dread Ambusher; Umbral Sight
3rd level
Gain always-known ambush 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/, add Wisdom
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 initiative
D&D Portal - Initiative Roll Combat rule Initiative Roll is a combat rule used by attacks,
damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/initiative-roll/, move and attack more strongly in the first round, gain darkvision, and become invisible
D&D Portal - Invisible Condition Invisible 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/invisible/ to darkvision in darkness.
Iron Mind
7th level
Gain Wisdom 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/ 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/ proficiency or another mental 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/ proficiency.
Stalker’s Flurry
11th level
When a weapon attack misses, make another weapon attack once per turn.
Shadowy Dodge
15th level
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 impose disadvantage on an attack against you.
FAQ
What is the Gloom Stalker subclass?
Gloom Stalker is a specialised subclass option that builds on the features and progression of its parent class.
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How does the Gloom Stalker subclass work?
The Gloom Stalker subclass changes the character’s play style through its own feature progression.
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What features does a Gloom Stalker get?
The subclass page lists the features gained by a Gloom Stalker and explains their effects.
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Is Gloom Stalker a good subclass?
Whether Gloom Stalker is a good choice depends on the role, abilities, and play style you want for the character.
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How do you play a Gloom Stalker?
Use the subclass features to specialise the normal class play pattern and support the role you chose.
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