2014 Ruleset Dungeons and Dragons Subclasses in 2024: Druid
3The 2024 Player's Handbook is out for Dungeons and Dragons, and it's supposed to be backwards compatible! So how do the old Druid subclasses stack up?
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Druid Base Class Changes and Core Mechanics
The 2024 Druid overhaul modernizes the base class to balance durability and spellcasting versatility.
Druids now have light armor proficiency and a D8 hit die, positioning them as sturdy casters with unimpressive skills and saving throws (01:24)
Circle of the Land transforms into a strong, flexible caster subclass with daily terrain switching and enhanced survivability (03:27)
Circle of the Moon is rebalanced to maintain shape-shifting combat identity while integrating spellcasting continuity and improved defense (05:34)
Circle of the Sea introduces a caster with exceptional durability and battlefield control through a unique Wild Shape defensive field (08:04)
Circle of the Stars serves as a versatile generalist subclass balancing support, offense, and survivability with unique Starry Form options (10:37)
Circle of Dreams is underpowered and lacks spellcasting boosts, making it weak compared to modern subclasses (13:12)
Circle of the Shepherd has thematic strengths but many key features are broken or irrelevant under 2024 rules (15:45)
Circle of Spores aligns closer to 2024 design but needs refinement to improve frontline viability and action economy (18:26)
Circle of Wildfire is a modern, competitive subclass with strong offensive and support abilities but minor usage limits need updating (21:11)
The new Player’s Handbook subclasses deliver clear archetypes: pure caster (Land), melee caster hybrid (Moon), durable caster (Sea), and flexible support (Stars) (02:49)
Legacy subclasses mostly lack the spellcasting support and mechanical relevance needed for 2024 play, with some features broken outright (15:45)
Implementation of revisions should prioritize restoring thematic identity while aligning with 2024 mechanics and balance (18:26)
Introduction & Context on Druid Class Changes (00:00 - 01:24)
️ Base Druid Chassis and Core Changes (01:24 - 02:49)
Updated 2024 Player’s Handbook Subclasses Overview (02:49 - 03:00)
Detailed Subclass Reviews (03:00 - 11:58)
Legacy Subclasses Not Updated (11:58 - 13:12)
Newer Subclasses from Xanathar’s and Tasha’s (13:12 - 23:46)
Closing & Next Steps (23:45 - 23:46)
Armor/Weapon Proficiency Choices (01:24 - 01:30)
Circle of the Land Mechanics (03:30 - 03:35)
Circle of the Moon Enhancements (03:55 - 04:40)
Circle of the Sea Features (07:30 - 07:35)
Circle of the Stars Flexibility (10:20 - 10:25)
Circle of the Shepherd Redesign (18:26 - 18:30)
Circle of Spores Improvements (20:50 - 20:55)
Circle of Wildfire Adjustments (22:30 - 22:35)
Evolved Druid Mechanics (01:24 - 01:30)
Improved Subclasses (02:49 - 02:54)
Circle of the Land Transformation (03:00 - 03:05)
Circle of the Moon Rebalance (04:16 - 04:20)
Circle of the Sea Introduction (07:00 - 07:05)
Circle of the Stars Support (09:20 - 09:25)
️ Legacy Subclass Issues (11:58 - 12:03)
Newer Subclasses Adaptation (19:50 - 19:55)
Robust Druid Toolkit (23:00 - 23:05)
Next Class Focus (23:45 - 23:46)