Illus. by W. England
INTRODUCTION
he prestige classes presented in this chapter represent various pursuits drow might undertake in their quests for power. Though designed for drow characters, these classes might be suitable for other races with some modifications to the requirements. In addition to the new classes included here, the prestige classes mentioned below are also well suited for dark elf characters. Arachne (Faiths and Pantheons 182): Many drow priestesses become arachnes after passing a deadly Test of Lolth. Archmage (DMG 178): Male drow wizards who live through the perils of their training seek the higher arts of magical study. Assassin (DMG 180): Assassins are an important part of drow society and are never short of work in drow cities. Blackguard (DMG 181): Drow blackguards serve as generals and personal guards to the matriarchs.
Darkmask (Lords of Darkness 33): In the FORGOTTEN R EALMS® setting, the darkmask prestige class is an interesting choice for drow who worship deities other than Lolth, combining stealth and subterfuge with devotion to Vhaerun. Drow Judicator (Underdark 33): These unholy warriors declare themselves the champions of Lolth and rival the blackguards’ wickedness and cruelty. Eldritch Knight (DMG 195): This class is an ideal blend of martial talent and magical power. Many drow consorts become eldritch knights to enhance their value to the high priestesses. Scorpion Wraith (Secrets of Xen’drik 130): The scorpion wraiths of Eberron are the definitive dark elf hunters who haunt the jungles of far-flung Xen’drik. Shadowdancer (DMG 187): At home in the darkness, drow spies and assassins often have levels in the shadowdancer prestige class.
Table 3–1: Prestige Classes by Type
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Class Arachnomancer Cavestalker Demonbinder Dread fang of Lolth Eye of Lolth Insidious corruptor Kinslayer
Type Transformational Nature Transformational Melee, stealth, teamwork Stealth, teamwork Unique capability Melee
Description Acquire vermin traits Underground warrior Acquires fiendish abilities Enforcer Consummate spy Manipulator Elf-killer
Best for . . . Wizard, wu jen Druid, ranger, scout Warlock Fighter, ninja, rogue Bard, rogue Bard, sorcerer Barbarian, ranger, scout
