The Dread Domain cleric archetype is an incredible subclass with some good, solid roleplaying potential. This cleric has learned to embrace fear and, instead of falling prey to it themselves, rise above it and inflict that fear on others. They learn specific fear-based spells such as crown of madness, phantasmal killer, and synaptic static and can use their divine abilities to gain advantage on Insight and Intimidation checks and Wisdom saving throws. And, although this domain lends itself to darkness and villainy, the creator makes sure to talk about how good-aligned characters can also use it, reminding me of the parable of the boy that just wanted to shiver. The layout is quite professional, and the art by Dani Kruse is GORGEOUS. Overall, I really liked this subclass and am looking forward to playing it myself!
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