Best D&D Cleric Domains

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Clerics in are often just seen as healers, but many of their subclasses offer much more. Known as domains, they are chosen at first level and tie in with which deity the character follows. While all clerics offer healing and buffs, some of the best cleric domains in also have some surprising perks and strengths players might not be aware of.

With 14 cleric domains to choose from, players might not know the best place to start on their journey with these divine spellcasters. From being the best healers to dealing out incredible damage, there are more options than just hanging back in battle and offering support. Here are the best cleric domains currently available for 5e.

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The Tempest domain clerics offer both healing and offensive capabilities in. With their proficiency in heavy armor, they make great early tanks for a low-level team which can be shifted to DPS and later support as the party levels up. As the Tempest domain focuses on gods such as Thor, Zeus, or Kord, a lot of their magic is weather based, giving them some great crowd control and powerful AOE spells.

At first level, Tempest clerics get which is a brilliant defensive spell perfect for handy escapes or crowd control. Also, at level one, Tempest clerics get the ability Wrath of the Storm, a reaction similar in to a spell or Hellish Rebuke, which lets the cleric deal 2d8 lightning or thunder damage to any enemy that hit them with an attack within five feet. As Tempest clerics level up, their offensive capabilities increase, enhanced by features like their Channel Divinity, Destructive Wrath, which allows them to do max damage when using spells or abilities that deal lightning or thunder damage.

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