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In a sweeping odyssey from futuristic drone deliveries to ancient alcoholic beverages to gummy bear supremacy, the hosts embark on a chaotically charming journey. Along the way, they sprinkle in heroic (and sometimes tragic) roleplaying stories, before dive-bombing into the real main course: Pathfinder 2’s Player Core 2 classes.
From the Alchemist's "rocket science with acid" vibes to the Monk's "please read an entire pamphlet before punching" complexity, the crew hilariously (and honestly) rates which classes are gifts to new players... and which ones are straight-up hazing rituals. Spoiler: not every hero’s journey starts with a Sorcerer, but it probably should.
As always, this episode blends equal parts insight, sarcasm, and food-related fistfights to deliver pure, chaotic nerd energy.
Key Takeaways:
The Warm-Up Act: Technology and Booze
- The future is now, and it’s filled with drones dropping off your liquor faster than your wizard drops concentration.
- Cultural drinks come with rich histories... and even richer hangovers.
- Drinking at the game table: historically accurate, questionably advisable.
- Gummy bears vs. chocolate: the ultimate alignment chart debate.
- Historical booze trivia > your high school history class.
The Main Event: Pathfinder 2 Player Core 2 Class Gauntlet
Alchemist
- The Alchemist is like chemistry homework... if your homework occasionally exploded.
- Verdict: Absolutely NOT beginner-friendly unless you really miss high school science fairs.
- Barbarian
- Smash good. Rules a little complicated. Smash anyway.
- Verdict: Good for new players who want to punch first and ask questions during the next rest.
Champion
- Best AC progression in the game and still somehow has time to lecture you about morality.
- Verdict: A solid, shiny choice for beginners who like shields and judging
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