Add Charisma modifier to one saving throw (as an immediate action) a number of times per day = Charisma modifier.
Take Artful Dodge feat to use Charisma for feat prerequisites instead of Dex.
The Swashbuckler is a high-skill, high-reward martial class. It excels in one-on-one duels and as a mobile skirmisher. If you love critical hits, elegant combat, and “no, you missed me” moments, this class is for you.
Here is a comprehensive guide to building and playing a "good" Swashbuckler. 1. The Core Philosophy: Panache and Opportune Parry
Avoid: Two-Weapon Fighting (you lose precise strike damage), Power Attack (Dex-based), Toughness (only if low Con).
Here is a standard array for a level 1 Human Swashbuckler:
Add Charisma modifier to one saving throw (as an immediate action) a number of times per day = Charisma modifier.
Take Artful Dodge feat to use Charisma for feat prerequisites instead of Dex.
The Swashbuckler is a high-skill, high-reward martial class. It excels in one-on-one duels and as a mobile skirmisher. If you love critical hits, elegant combat, and “no, you missed me” moments, this class is for you.
Here is a comprehensive guide to building and playing a "good" Swashbuckler. 1. The Core Philosophy: Panache and Opportune Parry
Avoid: Two-Weapon Fighting (you lose precise strike damage), Power Attack (Dex-based), Toughness (only if low Con).
Here is a standard array for a level 1 Human Swashbuckler: