Tempest
The Tempest is the point of calm within a whirling barrier of deadly blades. Poets use colorful terms such as dancer to describe the movement of a Tempest and her two blades, but mastery of this fighting style is not about dancing. Nor is it about impressing anyone - least of all poets. The Tempest focuses on learning the ultimate secrets of two-weapon fighting for a single purpose - the destruction of her enemies.
Class Type: Prestige class.
Hit Die: d10.
Proficiencies: Tempests gain no weapon or armor proficiencies.
Skill Points: 2 + Int Modifier.
Class Skills: Discipline, Heal, Listen, Parry, Spot, Tumble.
Class-Skill Key Abilities: The tempest's class skills (and the key ability for each skill) are Discipline (Str), Heal (Wis), Listen (Wis), Parry (Dex), Spot (Wis) and Tumble (Dex).
Primary Saving Throw(s): Fort.
Base Attack Bonus: +1/level.
Primary Ability: Dexterity.
Maximum Level: 5.
Spellcasting: None.
Requirements
Base Attack Bonus: +6
Feats: Improved Two-Weapon Fighting, Lightning Reflexes, Woodland Stride.
Special: A book of Tempest is required to unlock this class.
Level Progression
| Level | Base Attack Bonus | Fort Save | Ref Save | Will Save | Class Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | +1 | +2 | +0 | +0 | Tempest Defense +1 |
| 2 | +2 | +3 | +0 | +0 | Absolute Ambidexterity |
| 3 | +3 | +3 | +1 | +1 | Tempest Defense +2 |
| 4 | +4 | +4 | +1 | +1 | Two-Weapon Versatility |
| 5 | +5 | +4 | +1 | +1 | Greater Two-Weapon Fighting, Tempest Defense +3 |
Class Features
| Feature | Level(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tempest Defense | 1, 3, 5 | Grants an Armor Class bonus while fighting with two weapons. The current bonus is shown in the level progression. Use: Automatic. |
| Absolute Ambidexterity | 2 | The Tempest's attack penalties for fighting with two weapons lessen by 2 when he is wearing light armor or no armor. The character loses this ability when fighting in medium or heavy armor. Use: Automatic. |
| Two-Weapon Versatility | 4 | When a tempest of 3rd level or higher fights with two weapons, he can apply the effects of weapons feats from one weapon to the other weapon as well. If a tempest already has the feat with both weapons or if he fights using same weapon type, he gains no additional effect. Use: Automatic. |
| Greater Two-Weapon Fighting | 5 | You get a third attack with your off-hand weapon, albeit at a -10 penalty. Use: Automatic |
Notes
The Tempest is best in light armor. While wearing heavy or medium armor a tempest loses all bonus abilities.
This class counts into Death of Enemies feat DC calculation.