Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition SRD

Fighting Style: Protection 5e: Fighter Feature

Fighting Style: Protection is a Fighter feature gained at level 1 in D&D 5e. When a creature you can see attacks a target other than you that is within 5 feet of you, you can use your reaction to impose disadvantage on the attack roll.


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Fighting Style: Protection

Class: Fighter
Level: 1

When a creature you can see attacks a target other than you that is within 5 feet of you, you can use your reaction to impose disadvantage on the attack roll. You must be wielding a shield.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fighting Style: Protection do in D&D 5e?

When a creature you can see attacks a target other than you that is within 5 feet of you, you can use your reaction to impose disadvantage on the attack roll.

What level do you get Fighting Style: Protection in D&D 5e?

You gain Fighting Style: Protection at level 1 Fighter progression.

Is Fighting Style: Protection a Fighter feature in D&D 5e?

Yes. Fighting Style: Protection is a Fighter class feature in D&D 5e.

Parent Feature: Fighting Style
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