Hi Everyone,
I've always wanted to try some type of mounted warrior. But, I also don't want to put all of my eggs in one basket in case the mount dies or can't fit inside the dungeon. I like the idea of a human/animal tag team that occasionally rides into battle together.
What is the best class/archetype that can:
1) have a mount at lvl 1
2) can ride said mount (preferably medium sized)
3) and have the mount and rider be effective as a tag team when the space/combat prevents the mount from being ridden.
Thanks!
Double...
I'd say go with druid. Is it the best, no. Can it be amazing, yes!
Rather than the normally chosen animal companions, go with a horse or camel (if appropriate). Also, remember that whatever you choose, you can reduce your large AC to medium for dungeons as needed (starting at Level 3). Look into raising your AC's Int with its first stat bump. That way you can look into teamwork feats or at the very least, better combat/utility feats.
If you're not starting at level 1, then a mounted ranger would do quite well.
At level 5 take boon companion, and you have a beastly horse. At level 7 swap out for a large wolf (and who doesn't want to ride a giant wolf into battle).
The feats to be effective while mounted are helped by the style, and using a two-hander when the mount isn't available still makes you a threat by yourself. (especially when you get your favored enemy bonus).