How would you build a Student of War at level 12? The character is an Elf (+2dex/+2int) and Race is not changeable. Because of this, Finesse is likely the easiest option. It does, however, miss out on the amazing opportunity to add Int to AC in place of Dex.
The character idea is obviously an extreme knowledge character that can exploit the weaknesses of his enemies.
Build routes I thought of so far:
Lore Warden 5 / Duelist 5 / Student of War 2
Lore Warden 5 / Student of War 7
Lore Warden 7 / Duelist 5
I would also like to pick up Kirin Style feat chain, but it isn't necessary.
Is Finesse going into Student of War really workable in terms of damage output? Or should I re-arrange stats to use Strength instead?
My build at 12 looks like this right now (with level and item adjustments) for the first build:
Str 10 Dex 22 Con 12 Int 20 Wis 10 Cha 8
1-Dodge
1F-Mobility
2F-IUAS
2LW-Combat Expertise
3- Weapon Finesse
4F- SKill Focus (Knowl:Planes)
5- Pirahna Strike
7- Kirin Style
9- Kirin Strike
11- ??
12SoW- Kirin Path
B-Combat Reflexes (Duelist)
Attack (+2 keen agile rapier): 19/14/9, 1d6+21/15-20x2
Other notable items: Gloves of Dueling.
So what level 11 feat should I take? Are there any other builds that would suit this better? Since I have IUAS, would TWF be worth it to get an extra attack for my Parry?
Should I skip fighter altogether in favour of ranger or something?? Thanks in advance