| AvatarVecna |
Sorry to resurrect such an old thread, but I had a similar question. I understand that level restriction on such selections can only be filled by class levels, but what about upgrades later on? Does a class ability choice you made that improves if other criteria is reached later on (such as the Beast Totem Barbarian rage power or the War Sight Oracle revelation) increase even if the criteria was met outside of the base class?
Since it makes for a good example, I'll stick with the multiclassed oracle as the example:
Suppose a character starts out as an LG Oracle of the Battle Mystery. For his first revelation, he took War Sight. After a couple more level ups, the player has no interest in continuing as an oracle because it lacks real combat prowess; the player has an in-game excuse to multiclass to paladin, and does so (Oracle 2/Paladin 1).
Fast forward to 7th level; the character is now Oracle 2/Paladin 5. Is the character no longer surprised, as stated by the power upon reaching 7th level, or do only Oracle levels count?
Another example: the Beast Totem states that the barbarian gains +1 natural armor per four levels, but does not specify barbarian levels. Do other levels count, or only Barbarian?
I have a feeling I know what the answer is, but I wanted to hear opinions. Thank you in advance to anyone who can provide some insight.