What Role is a Circle of Stars Druid?
A Circle of Stars Druid is a unique and powerful druid subclass that allows players to harness the power of the stars and cosmic energy to perform a variety of magical and martial abilities, making them a valuable addition to any Dungeons and Dragons party. By drawing on the energy of the stars, Circle of Stars Druids can take on a range of roles, from dealing massive damage and controlling the battlefield to healing and supporting their allies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Circle of Stars Druid Abilities and Features
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What is the Circle of Stars Druid’s action economy like? The Circle of Stars Druid has one of the best action economies in the game, allowing players to take impactful actions and make the most of their turns.
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Is Starry Form a bonus action? Yes, the activation of Starry Form is a bonus action, which also gives a free shot of the arrow on activation, and then as a bonus action on each round thereafter, you can shoot the arrow.
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What is the difference between the Circle of Spores and the Circle of Stars? The main difference between the two druid subclasses is their theme, with Circle of Stars being more cosmic and constellation-themed, and Circle of Spores being more fungal and poison-themed.
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Is Starry Form a wild shape? No, entering Starry Form is not actually wild shaping, it just takes one use of that feature, as the rules for wildshape state that you can’t cast spells, and the Chalice constellation refers to benefits that you gain from casting a spell.
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What races are good for Star Druid? Choices with species abilities that go well alongside the Circle of Stars Druid include the Astral Elf, Tortle, Lizardfolk, Harengon, Firbolg, and Eladrin.
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Can you stack Starry Form and wild shape? Yes, it’s doable, since Stars Forms are not spells and therefore are not precluded from use while in Wild Shape form, but it’s not a very efficient way to spend your limited 2x/SR Wild Shape uses.
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What is the name of the circle of stars? The Zodiac is an ancient circle of stars where some stars are symbolically combined into 12 star signs also known as constellations.
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Is Spore Druid strong? Yes, Circle of Spores druids are very capable, tapping into the cycle of life and death, drawing power from decay, and weaponizing it to bolster their toughness, damage enemies, and even reanimate the dead.
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What is the role of the Circle of Spores? Druids of the Circle of Spores find beauty in decay and see within mold and other fungi the ability to transform lifeless material into abundant, albeit strange, life.
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What abilities do Circle of Stars druids have? As a Circle of Stars Druid, you gain access to the Guidance cantrip and the Guiding Bolt spell, which are great Cleric spells that you should look to use often.
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Can you cast spells while in starry form? Yes, Starry Form doesn’t prohibit spellcasting, and you can cast spells while in this form, as long as you have the necessary hands and vocal chords.
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What are the best spells for the druid Circle of Stars? At early levels, Animal Friendship and Charm Person are perfect spells for social encounters, while Cure Wounds, Healing Word, Goodberry, and Lesser Restoration will serve you well for healing.
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What is the most powerful Druid wild shape? The most powerful Druid wild shape is the Mammoth, with a CR of 6, followed closely by the Water Elemental, Giant Crocodile, and Fire Elemental, all with a CR of 5.
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What is the strongest Druid subclass? The strongest Druid subclass is the Circle of the Shepherd, followed closely by the Circle of Wildfire, Circle of Stars, Circle of the Land, Circle of the Moon, Circle of Dreams, and Circle of Spores.
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What book is Circle of Stars druid in? You can find the Circle of Stars features in Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything, which includes all the subclass features at 2nd, 6th, 10th, and 14th level.