Ranger subclass

Horizon Walker

Planar detection, 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, and teleporting attacks.

Horizon Walker starts by changing the normal Ranger play pattern through Horizon Walker Magic; Detect Portal; Planar Warrior, giving the subclass its first clear mechanical identity.

Later features such as Ethereal Step, Distant Strike, Spectral Defense expand that identity at higher levels, so the subclass has a clearer role in combat, exploration, utility, or support.

A female Horizon Walker Ranger class portrait.

Horizon Walker Magic; Detect Portal; Planar Warrior

3rd level

Gain always-known planar spells A stylized spell icon representing spells. D&D Portal - Spells Spellcasting rule Spells is a spellcasting rule used by spells, class features, and magical effects. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/spellcasting/spells/, sense nearby planar portals, and convert one weapon hit per turn to 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 with bonus damage.

Ethereal Step

7th level

Cast Etherealness on yourself as a bonus action A stylized combat action icon representing a bonus action. D&D Portal - Bonus Action Action rule Bonus Action is an action economy rule used to describe what a creature can do on its turn. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/actions/bonus-action/ for the current turn.

Distant Strike

11th level

Teleport before each attack and gain an additional attack when targeting multiple creatures.

Spectral Defense

15th level

Use a reaction A stylized reaction icon. D&D Portal - Reaction Action rule Reaction is an action economy rule used to describe what a creature can do on its turn. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/actions/reaction/ to gain resistance to all damage from one attack.

FAQ

What is the Horizon Walker subclass?

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

Read more: Horizon Walker A stylized Ranger class icon. D&D Portal - Horizon Walker Ranger subclass Planar detection, force damage, and teleporting attacks. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/classes/ranger/horizon-walker/

How does the Horizon Walker subclass work?

The Horizon Walker subclass changes the character’s play style through its own feature progression.

What features does a Horizon Walker get?

The subclass page lists the features gained by a Horizon Walker and explains their effects.

Is Horizon Walker a good subclass?

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

How do you play a Horizon Walker?

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