This build maximizes Karlach's throwing damage using the Tavern Brawler feat and Berserker subclass. Focus on Strength and Constitution.
Core Concept
Tavern Brawler adds double your Strength modifier to throw attack rolls and damage rolls. Combine with the Berserker's Frenzied Throw (Bonus Action) and items enabling weapon return.
Essential Build Steps
Leveling & Feats:
- Levels 1-3: Barbarian. Select Berserker subclass at level 3.
- Level 4: Take the Tavern Brawler feat. Prioritize increasing Strength to 18.
- Level 8: Take Tavern Brawler a second time to max Strength at 20, or choose a different feat/more Strength depending on preference.
Ability Scores (Pre-Tavern Brawler):
- Strength: 17 (Aim for 18 at level 4 with +1 from Tavern Brawler).
- Dexterity: 14
- Constitution: 16
- Intelligence/Wisdom/Charisma: Minimum 8, adjust as needed.
Critical Gear
- Returning Pike: Found in Act 1. Automatically returns when thrown.
- Ring of Flinging: Found in Act 1. Adds +1d4 damage to throws.
- Gloves of Uninhibited Kushigo: Found in Act 2. Adds damage based on Wisdom modifier (aim for 16 Wis for +3 damage).
- Armor of Persistence: Excellent late-game armor. Use high AC medium or heavy armor before acquiring it.
Combat Rotation
- Rage (Bonus Action - Frenzy if Level 3+).
- Throw Weapon (Main Action).
- Frenzied Throw (Bonus Action).
- Enraged Throw (Reaction - Use freely).
- Throw nearby objects/creatures for high impact.
Key Advantages
- Extremely high, consistent damage output from range.
- Bonus actions efficiently used for additional throws.
- Tavern Brawler drastically improves attack accuracy.
- Barbarian Rage provides damage resistance.
