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I have a level 1 PFS ranger and I've decided to try out the weapon & shield style. I am aware its not the 'optimal' ranger, but I am wondering what the better choices are as he levels. A good combo seems to be a Quickdraw Bashing Shield to use with Imp. Shield Slam and Shield Master. Advice is most welcome.

Half-elf ranger (Freebooter Archetype)
Str 17
Dex 14
con 14
Int 10
Wis 13
Cha 10

Feats
L1 (racial) Exotic Weapon Prof: Falcata
L1 Dodge
L2 (ranger) Two weapon fighting
L3 Improved Shield Bash
L4
L5
L6 Shield Master
L7-11 ??

I'm tickled to try out a Dwarf Rogue for my next PFS character and I need some advice. I have in mind a skirmisher- step in, hit the flank hard, step out (maybe)- and be a viable skill monkey. I have the core book and the PFS free sources allowed.

His stats so far are:
Str: 15 - Dex: 16 - Con: 14 - Int: 14 - Wis: 12 - Cha: 10

I'm wondering about the 10 Cha, since I wouldn't want to lose out on UMD even if it may take longer to come through compared to other builds. The trait "Dangerously Curious" is on his list. Or maybe I should forget about UMD?

I read on the forums about dipping a few levels in Barbarian. That looks like a fun mix but after what levels would that be recommended?

Thanx in advance!