D&D Class3.5e Classic
Samurai
The samurai is a warrior shaped by a strict code of honor. Through lifelong discipline they master the blade, seeking perfection in combat and in character. A samurai serves a cause greater than themselves, and their word is their bond.
Core Traits
- Unbreakable code of honor
- Mastery of the blade through discipline
- Loyalty to lord, cause, and companions
- Calm precision in every strike
Famous Archetypes
A ronin wandering with an unfulfilled oath
A daimyo's champion who never yields
A swordsman who measures every breath
Recommended 5e Subclasses
In D&D 5e, the samurai is a subclass of the fighter.
Fighter: SamuraiPaladin: Oath of DevotionMonk: Way of the Kensei
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