Epic Dwarven Defender
(Epic Level Handbook variant, p. 20)
The epic dwarven defender becomes the very definition of immovable object. This stalwart warrior can stand his ground against virtually and foe imaginable.
Hit die
d12
Skill points
2 + Int
Class Features
Defensive Stance: The epic dwarven defender's defensive awareness bonus on saves against traps doesn't increase after 10th level, because it shows no pattern during his normal ten-level progression.
Damage Reduction: The epic dwarven defender's damage reduction increases by 3 points every four levels above 10th (14th, 18th, and so on).
Bonus Feats: The epic dwarven defender gains a bonus feat (selected from the list of epic of feats) every three levels after the 10th.
Epic Dwarven Defender Bonus Feat List: Armor Skin, Bulwark of Defense, Damage Reduction, Devastating Critical, Energy Resistance (Acid / Cold / Electricity / Fire / Sonic), Epic Endurance, Epic Prowess, Epic Toughness, Epic Weapon Focus, Fast Healing, Improved Combat Reflexes, Improved Darkvision, Instant Reload, Mobile Defense, Overwhelming Critical, Perfect Health, Spellcasting Harrier.
Advancement
| Dwarven Defender Level | AC Bonus | Special |
|---|---|---|
| 11th | +4 | Defensive Stance 6/day |
| 12th | +4 | — |
| 13th | +5 | Defensive Stance 7/day, bonus feat |
| 14th | +5 | Damage reduction 9/— |
| 15th | +5 | Defensive Stance 8/day |
| 16th | +6 | Bonus feat |
| 17th | +6 | Defensive Stance 9/day |
| 18th | +6 | Damage reduction 12/— |
| 19th | +7 | Defensive Stance 10/day, Bonus feat |
| 20th | +7 | — |
Class skills
| Skill name | Key ability | Trained only | Armor check penalty |
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