Human FAQ
Is the 2014 Human good for every class?
The standard 2014 Human is compatible with every class because all six ability scores increase by 1. It is especially useful for characters that care about several odd-numbered ability scores or need broad competence, but it can be less specialized than species that concentrate increases and grant strong active traits.
Broad rather than specialized
The Human improves every ability, including scores a particular class may use only rarely. This creates breadth rather than one large offensive or defensive feature.
Primary abilities still matter most
A Wizard still cares most about Intelligence; a Cleric about Wisdom; a Barbarian about Strength and Constitution; and so on. Human does not change the class's primary mechanics.
Odd ability scores can benefit efficiently
Because every score rises by 1, a starting array containing several odd values can gain multiple modifier increases at once.
Multiclass prerequisites can become easier
Broad increases can help a character meet several 13-score multiclass prerequisites, although the exact usefulness depends on the starting array and planned classes.
No active species resource to track
A new player or a player with a resource-heavy class may appreciate that standard Human adds almost no additional turn-by-turn management.