Monk

This Monk article features subclass options for Erenel players in 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons. The article will be updated over time as new subclasses are released! Some subclasses are only available for Gamingbrew Patrons!

Monks walk a path of contradiction. They study their art as a wizard does, and like a wizard, they wear no armor and typically eschew weapons. Yet they are deadly combatants, their abilities on a par with those of a raging barbarian or a superbly trained fighter. Monks embrace this seeming contradiction, for it speaks to the core of all monastic study. By coming to know oneself completely, one learns much of the wider world.
A monk's focus on inner mastery leads many such individuals to become detached from society, more concerned with their personal experience than with happenings elsewhere. Adventuring monks are a rare breed of an already rare type of character, taking their quest for perfection beyond the walls of the monastery into the world at large.
Playing a monk character offers many intriguing opportunities to try something different. To distinguish your monk character even further, consider the options in the sections that follow.

Monastic Tradition

When you reach 3rd level, you commit yourself to a monastic tradition, chosen from the list of available traditions. Your tradition grants you features at 3rd level and again at 6th, 11th, and 17th level.

Erenel 5E Subclasses

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Way of the Crane

Monks of the Way of the Crane follow a tradition that values careful, precise strikes and natural agility in battle. Mesmerizing grace envelopes the monk, as they seem to dance across the battlefield using War Fans to mimic Crane Wings. Their "wings" counter attacks with movement that do not require great strength, instead emphasizing evasion and attacking the opponent's vulnerabilities, all while continuing their dance.

Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.

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Way of Efflorescence

Monks who walk the Way of Efflorescence learn to enlighten their minds and form a connection to nature’s bounty. Mimicking the might of seed germination, those who follow the Way of Efflorescence sprout aid to their allies and punish those who threaten animals and plants resting under the forest’s boughs.
Monks of this way usually don robes woven with vibrant plant life, carry gnarled oak staffs and are fond of headwear made from vines, moss and shrubs.
Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.

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Way of the Greatwyrm

Monks of Way of the Elder Wyrm follow the Ancient Elder Wyrm’s mystical prowess and unending wisdom. They seek to become like the Rynngrailar the Greatwyrm, a powerful being known for his mystical prowess and unending wisdom, by traveling across Erenel collecting treasure as an offering to the Greatwyrm’s hoard. In return, Rynngrailar teaches his monk followers to externalize their ki as fuel, stoking the roaring fires inside them.

Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.

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Way of the Illuminated Spirit

Many monks dedicate themselves to finding strength from their souls within. Way of the Illuminated Spirit monks find their strength from not only reflecting from within but from outward service to a deity or other benevolent domain. Their devotion to others is shown by the spiritual well that flows from within; their training merely an extension of their faith.

Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.

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Way of the Luchador

Monks who walk the Way of the Luchador are freestyle wrestlers who don a mask of honor, tradition, and showmanship. Masters of grappling, style and power, the Luchador performs techniques such as pins and finishing moves to win the crowd and their adventuring party.

Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.

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Way of the Mind Spike

The Black Sea of Void surrounding Erenel is home to Eldritch gods known as The Null. One of these otherworldly beings is Bhalus, the Mind Spike. As a Monk of the Way of the Mind Spike, you have had your mind's eye painfully closed by Bhalus as the Null has driven an eldritch spike into the center of your forehead. While this mind spike is unseen to mortals, the otherworldly spike is visible to all looking in from the ethereal plane. With Bhalus's "blessing," you have found yourself on a path to enlightenment and can project your will into the thoughts of others. They will never know that Bhalus granted you the strength to persevere.

Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.

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Way of the Mountain

Monks who follow the Way of the Mountain understand the discipline of standing one's ground when facing complex challenges. Backed by muscle, mass and unwavering fortitude, even the mightiest warrior cannot move a Way of the Mountain when their feet are planted firmly in the soil.

Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.

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Way of the Stone Shell

The Way of the Stone Shell teaches its students the turtle's strength, training relentlessly while wearing a hardened shell crafted by their own hands. Founded on the mastery of defensive fighting, the tradition fortifies the body, allowing a monk to absorb and deflect attacks as easily as a heavily armored knight.

Available only for Gamingbrew Patrons. If you are a Patron the sub class will appear below.