My DnD Jedi focuses mostly on physical abilities because that’s how I like to play. 19th Level: Monk – Ki-Empowered Strikes, Path of the Kensei, One with the Blade.16th Level: Fighter – Ability Score Improvement (+2 Intelligence).15th Level: Fighter – Telekinetic Adept.14th Level: Fighter – Ability Score Improvement (+2 Dexterity).13th Level: Fighter – Extra Attack (redundant).11th Level: Wizard – Arcane Tradition (Bladesinger), Training in War and Song, Bladesong.10th Level: Wizard – Spellcasting, Arcane Recovery.9th Level: Fighter – Ability Score Increase (+2 Dexterity).8th Level: Fighter – Martial Archetype (Psi Warrior), Psionic Power.6th Level: Fighter – Fighting Style (Great Weapon Fighting), Second Wind.5th Level: Monk – Extra Attack, Stunning Strike.4th Level: Monk – Ability Score Improvement (+2 Dexterity), Slow Fall.3rd Level: Monk – Monastic Tradition (Kensei), Deflect Missiles, Path of the Kensei (Longsword & Longbow).2nd Level: Monk – Ki, Unarmored Movement.1st Level: Monk – Unarmored Defense, Martial Arts.That whole thing about forsaking possessions and attachments plays into it anyway. Besides, Jedi seem to either be enigmatic or asocial. I feel that the physical training of becoming a Jedi (as much as it’s less of a strength-based discipline) would mean they have okay physiques. I’m gonna be honest, Charisma is just the dump stat. Intelligence: 14 (+2 for 16 from their lineage).Dexterity: 15 (+1 for 16 from their lineage).Using the Standard Array for Ability Scores, I’m going to assign my stats as: I will note that I’m using the updated rules for lineage Ability Score bonuses from Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything which lets players move their bonuses around. My primary Ability Scores are going to be Dexterity (for martial combat) and Intelligence (for spellcasting). The basic breakdown of my DnD 5e Jedi character is a High Elf Monk 7 / Fighter 10 / Wizard 3. And, to play up the more religious elements of their Order. I like the idea of the Jedi finding shelter with other followers of the Force. And, Soldier works for some of the Clone Wars era individuals.įor the purposes of this build, I’m picking Acolyte. Jedi are kind of the heroes of the people (or the pariahs). So, the Shelter of the Faithful feature would work really well for that.įolk Hero is another good pick.
The Jedi Order is a religious-esque organization. Other than that, Acolyte is a good option. The Discovery feature might be something along the lines of knowing the secrets of their order or of some cataclysmic vision that’s coming. I’m gonna be honest, it’s tough choosing a background for a Jedi in DnD 5e. But first, let’s take a look at what DnD backgrounds work for Jedi. I’m going to make a DnD Jedi that’s a multiclass of these three classes. That being said…I’m gonna make it complicated. If you wanted to make a Jedi in DnD 5e without getting too complicated with your build, any of these could be flavored and played as such. And, Bladesinger Wizards offer more magical options as Force abilities with a bit of martial capabilities. Psi Warrior Fighters are a nice blend of martial prowess and psychic abilities that could easily serve as an analog for Force powers. Kensei Monks embody a lot of the agile fighting style from the prequel Star Wars series. Fighter – Psi Warrior ( Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything)Įach of these classes and subclasses could stand on its own as a Jedi warrior.Monk – Kensei ( Xanathar’s Guide to Everything).Honestly, I think there are three classes that could work as a Jedi on their own. So, here’s where things get a little weird for our DnD 5e Jedi build. That being said, either option is great for your Jedi DnD character. The Magic Resistance and ability to cast suggestion at 3rd level is very thematic for a Jedi.īut, I think the High Elf just wins for me. Both lineages have Darkvision and a bit of innate spellcasting. High Elf: For their Fey Ancestry, Trance, and bonus cantripīoth would make great options for a Jedi.Yuan-ti Pureblood: For their Magic Resistance.There are a few solid options for your DnD Jedi’s lineage. So, here’s what I’ve got for my DnD 5e Jedi character build. So, I figured I’d take my chance now right around May the 4th to put together a character build.
Honestly, I’ve been tossing around how I’d make a Jedi in DnD 5e. Want to play a Jedi in Dungeons & Dragons 5e?