Curse of Strahd is a difficult DnD module, and requires a great build.

Here are some of the best character builds for the campaign.

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Here are the best character builds for Waterdeep: Dragon Heist.

Playing a fighter with a soldier background can lend itself well to this faction.

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Three campaign modules and supplements for DND, Waterdeep Dragon Heist, the Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide, and the Dungeon of the Mad Mage.

Here are the best deities to choose for your build.

Playing a stockier character with a decent number of hit points is extremely helpful.

pick the eldritch knight subclass just so you have some access to magic, even as a fighter.

Three different species, drows, elves, and dwarves in a split image in DND.

Choose aasimar just to give yourself the ability to heal as well.

The reason this build works well for Waterdeep is twofold.

One, arcane casters are always useful in Waterdeep.

Citizens walk through the streets of Waterdeep in Dragon Heist in DND.

Waterdavian Celebration via Wizards of the Coast

You’ll be surprised how often this can come in handy as you play through the module.

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Plus, having an artisan background can help when it comes to trade and negotiating with factions in town.

The college of glamour bard and entertainer background work especially well for this season, for perhaps obvious reasons.

This Order is highly good-aligned and seeks to destroy evil wherever it is found.

A band of drow mercenaries in Waterdeep: Dragon Heist in DND.

Drow Mercenaries via Wizards of the Coast

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Use the charlatan background to complete the character concept, which is also helpful thanks to its Dexterity-based buffs.

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However, relying just on magic can sometimes prove tough.

opt for artisan background to increase both your Intelligence and your Strength, which is perfect for this build.

The city of Waterdeep in DND.

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The streets of Waterdeep in Waterdeep: Dragon Heist in Dungeons & Dragons.

Streets of Waterdeep via Wizards of the Coast

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Pirate Ship via Wizards of the Coast

The Zhentarim hideout in Waterdeep in DND.

Zhentarim Hideout via Wizards of the Coast

The Sea Maiden’s Faire Parade in Waterdeep in DND.

Sea Maidens Faire Parade via Wizards of the Coast

The Vault of Dragons in Waterdeep in DND

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Volo in a tavern in Waterdeep in DND.

Volo via Wizards of the Coast

A wizard during a rooftop chase in Waterdeep in DND.

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