Pathfinder Kingmaker Magus Sword Saint Guide Install [patched]
The Sword Saint is an elite Magus archetype that trades spellcasting frequency and armor for extreme melee prowess and high defensive "dodge" capabilities . 1. Installation: Mod Manager Guide
In-Game Access: Launch the game; press Alt + F10 to open the mod menu . 2. Core Sword Saint Build Strategies Choose between two main playstyles based on your priority: pathfinder kingmaker magus sword saint guide install
The Sword Saint is unique because it gains a Canny Defense bonus, adding its Intelligence modifier to its Armor Class (AC) when unarmored. Core Attributes & Races The Sword Saint is an elite Magus archetype
Dexterity-Based (Tank): Prioritizes high Armor Class (AC) and survivability. It requires specific feats like Weapon Finesse and Slashing/Fencing Grace to apply Dexterity to damage rolls. Recommended Stats & Weapons Levels 1-4: You are fragile
In-Game Menu: Launch the game and press Ctrl+F10 to open the mod configuration menu.
Step 9: Leveling Progression (Levels 1-20)
- Levels 1-4: You are fragile. Use a crossbow or Shocking Grasp from range. Do not charge in.
- Level 5: You get Haste and your dueling sword proficiency. This is the install point – the build comes online. Turn on Spell Combat, cast Shield, and go.
- Level 7: Mirror Image. You are now effectively immortal vs. physical attacks.
- Level 11: Improved Critical (15-20). You will crit on every third swing.
- Level 13: With Empower Spell (via a rod) your Shocking Grasp crits for 15d6 x2 damage.
- Level 17+: You are a god. Solo the Beneath The Stolen Lands secret boss.
Step 6: Skills and Magus Arcana
Skills: Max out Perception (never enough), Knowledge (Arcana) (For crafting & identification), and Use Magic Device (To use wands of Heal later). Put leftover points into Mobility (for fighting defensively).