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Marathon · 01-18-2006, 05:01 PM

Monks are my favorite class to play, but not at all easy to develop. I remember having quite a bit of trouble in the early part of the game using a monk. However, they do end being great. Once you get diamond soul (spell resistance) at level 12 I really feel they start to shine. If you use one, I'd recommend a DEX based elf. I generally start with STR: 14, Con: 12, DEX: 18, WIS: 14, INT: 10, and CHA: 8 (you can offset this with a high persuade skill, and I used to carry the greater mask of persuasion for conversation use). Take Weapon Finesse at level 3 to make sure to use your Dex modifier for your attack bonus. It's been a while, but I think you can use WIS enhancing amulets (helps with AC, stunning fist and quivering blow rolls), some Monk robes that will Haste you, and boots that add CON bonuses to help with hit points.

01-18-2006, 05:01 PM	#10
Marathon Elminster Join Date: December 10, 2003 Location: OP, KS Age: 52 Posts: 489	Monks are my favorite class to play, but not at all easy to develop. I remember having quite a bit of trouble in the early part of the game using a monk. However, they do end being great. Once you get diamond soul (spell resistance) at level 12 I really feel they start to shine. If you use one, I'd recommend a DEX based elf. I generally start with STR: 14, Con: 12, DEX: 18, WIS: 14, INT: 10, and CHA: 8 (you can offset this with a high persuade skill, and I used to carry the greater mask of persuasion for conversation use). Take Weapon Finesse at level 3 to make sure to use your Dex modifier for your attack bonus. It's been a while, but I think you can use WIS enhancing amulets (helps with AC, stunning fist and quivering blow rolls), some Monk robes that will Haste you, and boots that add CON bonuses to help with hit points.