The Beast Master subclass is one of the original subclasses found in the 5e Player’s Handbook alongside the Hunter Ranger subclass. However, they aren’t tracking their quarry while surviving in the untamed wilderness alone! This subclass is much like any other Ranger, protecting civilization and the wilderness from terrors such as Orcs and Giants. This makes it an invaluable asset on the battlefield to you and your party. The Beast Master’s loyal animal companion attacks alongside your Ranger in combat. *It’s hard to get through a Beast Master guide without mentioning Drizzt Do’Urden and his loyal animal sidekick Guenhwyvar. They might be anything from Halflings riding Giant Beetles to Gnomes flying on the backs of Pteranodon and even Drow elves with panther companions.* After all, the rough-hewn explorer who braves dangerous frontiers with their trusty and loyal beast companion at hand is classic fantasy storytelling!īeast Masters in 5e run the gamut.
When most people think of Rangers, this is exactly what comes to mind. Put quite simply the Beast Master is exactly as the name implies, a Ranger with a loyal animal companion.
What is the Beast Master Ranger in D&D 5e?.
