Arms of the Astral Self

3rd level

Spend ki to summon spectral arms that extend reach, use Wisdom A stylized open eye emblem representing awareness, perception,
				intuition, and insight. D&D Portal - Wisdom Awareness, intuition, and insight Wisdom measures awareness, intuition, perception, and the ability to understand people and surroundings. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/wisdom/ for Strength A stylized clenched fist emblem representing physical power,
				athletic ability, and force. D&D Portal - Strength Physical power and athletic ability Strength measures physical power, athletic ability, and a character's capacity to exert force. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/strength/ checks and saves, and make force A stylized burst icon representing force damage. D&D Portal - Force Damage type Force is a damage type used by attacks, spells, class features, resistance, immunity, and vulnerability. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/damage-types/force/-damage unarmed strikes using Wisdom A stylized open eye emblem representing awareness, perception,
				intuition, and insight. D&D Portal - Wisdom Awareness, intuition, and insight Wisdom measures awareness, intuition, perception, and the ability to understand people and surroundings. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/ability-scores/wisdom/.

Visage of the Astral Self

6th level

Summon a spectral visage that improves supernatural sight, intimidation A stylized intimidation icon representing forceful social
					pressure. D&D Portal - Intimidation Skill reference Intimidation is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/intimidation/ or insight A stylized insight icon representing reading intent. D&D Portal - Insight Skill reference Insight is a skill used for ability checks in relevant situations. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/skills/insight/, and long-distance speech.

Body of the Astral Self

11th level

Summon a spectral body that can deflect elemental damage and add extra damage to one astral-arm hit each turn.

Awakened Astral Self

17th level

Summon the full astral self, gain an Armor Class A stylized shield icon representing Armor Class. D&D Portal - Armor Class Combat rule Armor Class is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/armor-class/ bonus, and make an additional astral-arm attack.

FAQ

What is the Astral Self subclass?

Astral Self is a specialised subclass option that builds on the features and progression of its parent class.

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How does the Astral Self subclass work?

The Astral Self subclass changes the character’s play style through its own feature progression.

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What features does a Astral Self get?

The subclass page lists the features gained by a Astral Self and explains their effects.

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Is Astral Self a good subclass?

Whether Astral Self is a good choice depends on the role, abilities, and play style you want for the character.

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How do you play a Astral Self?

Use the subclass features to specialise the normal class play pattern and support the role you chose.

Read more: Astral Self A stylized Monk class icon. D&D Portal - Astral Self Monk subclass Manifest spectral arms, body, and visage powered by Wisdom. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/classes/monk/astral-self/