So, I've been pouring over the archetypes now and how they mesh with the Variant multiclass rules and I've gotta say the armor master and barbarian look good together. Maybe someone else can verify, but with these two you can potentially get some powerful results if built correctly.
Now, my previous armor master build focused on shield and axe combat. But I'm thinking what if he doesn't necessarily need a traditional shield? What if all he needs is a buckler so his bravery replacing ability isn't wasted?
I'd consider if possible a 2 handed weapon, in part to save on feats but also so he can take extra rage powers, again if that option is available. I think a character like this might be a good damage dealer and at the same time utterly unstoppable. The possibilities are pretty damn good, and if all things stack, you get the ability to have up to 24 damage reduction.
