- Tags:: #[[Dungeons & Dragons]] - Roles are determined by a combination of [[Classes]] and [[Races]]. - Roles correspond to four basic functions in combat: - Control and area offense: [[Controller (Role)]] - Defense: [[Defender (Role)]] - Healing and support: [[Leader (Role)]] - Focused offense: [[Striker (Role)]] - Some roles can be fulfilled by multiple classes. - Standard party role/class breakup is well-rounded and includes a character in each role: - [[Controller (Role)]]: [[Wizard]] - [[Defender (Role)]]: [[Fighter]] - [[Leader (Role)]]: [[Cleric]] - [[Striker (Role)]]: [[Rogue]] -