Summary
The Druid got significant reworks during the first iterations of theOne D&Dplaytest. A particular one is the class’ signature feature: Wild Shape, which changed from players being able to copy the appearance and stats of an animal they’ve seen before to Druids choosing from a set of template stats depending on whether the creature they change into is an Animal of the Sky, Sea, or Land. This didn’t sit well with fans, so the developers listened to feedback and reverted Wild Shape to something similar to itsD&D 5eversion. Despite this walkback, some big changes to the class remain in theseventhOne D&Dplaytestand may make it to the final product’s release in 2024. These include:
It will be over a decade sinceD&D 5e’s release in 2014, which is beloved for giving players a streamlined way to create characters and DMs more creative control over campaign decisions. Its successorOne D&Dis meant to be backward compatible with5e, but it comes with sweeping changes to classes like the Druid. The recent playtests let the devs and players experiment with new features and modifications and see which ones are worth adding to the actual game.
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What are the New Druid Features and Subclasses Coming to One D&D?
ThenewestD&Dedition improves the Druid classby modifying its subclasses. There are currently three of them included in the latest playtest.
Circle of the Land
This subclass is known for its focus on spellcasting. Its starting ability is called Circle Spells, a rotating spell set that changes depending on the Druid’s chosen land type (Arid, Polar, Temperate, or Tropical). Updates to this circle include:
Circle of the Moon
This subclass perfect for combat-focusedDruid builds inD&D. Its most significant updates are:
Circle of the Sea
This new subclass is similar to the Land Druid. It also has Circle Spells but with water and ice-themed spells. Its notable features include:
This class gets a new level 7 feature called Elemental Fury, which lets them improve their weapon attacks or cantrip effectiveness — similar to theCleric’s Holy Order. Wild Shape can now be accessed starting on level 2 and is now a bonus action, regardless of subclass. These new features, subclasses, and modifications make the Druid more versatile and give more importance to its flagship abilities.
One DnDis currently in development and is set to release in 2024.
Dungeons and Dragons
Created by Gary Gygax, Dungeons & Dragons is a tabletop game in which players craft their own worlds and band together to take on adventures through mysterious realms outlined in companion materials. One of the best role-playing games ever made, it has been adapted into a variety of video games and other media.
