Sable Company Marine

Learn all about the Sable Company Marine archetype in Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, including its unique features, companion abilities, and level progression.

Hey there! So you're interested in the Sable Company Marine archetype in Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous? Awesome choice! This archetype is all about being a mounted combat specialist, and it requires the _Dance of Masks_ DLC. Think of yourself as a knight in the sky, with your trusty hippogriff by your side. You'll get a unique mount, but keep in mind that your 'Favored Enemy' progression is delayed, and you won't get the usual 'Favored Terrain' bonuses. It's a trade-off for becoming a master of aerial combat!

Here's a breakdown of what you get as you level up:

Let's dive into some of those special abilities:

Hippogriff Companion

Right at 1st level, you get your very own hippogriff! This isn't just any mount; it's your partner in crime. When you're mounted and your hippogriff attacks, you can also attack your target as part of a full-round action. The cool part? Your target is considered flat-footed against these attacks, meaning they're easier to hit. Plus, ranged attacks from your hippogriff won't provoke attacks of opportunity, which is super handy for keeping your distance.

The Strongest Wings

Once you hit 3rd level, your hippogriff gets a neat trick. As a standard action, it can use its wings to perform a bull rush in a 30-foot cone. It gets a bonus to its Combat Maneuver Bonus (CMB) equal to half its level, making it pretty effective at shoving enemies around. Anyone caught in the cone becomes flat-footed, setting them up perfectly for your next attack.

Feathered Confusion

At 12th level, things get even more interesting. Your hippogriff companion gains a +3 dodge bonus to its Armor Class (AC) against melee attacks. This bonus applies to you as well when you're mounted! On top of that, enemies will find it difficult to get close, treating a 5-foot area around your hippogriff as difficult terrain. This can really disrupt enemy formations and protect you.

Sable Strike

Finally, at the epic 20th level, you unlock 'Sable Strike'. This is your ultimate move! When you're attacking a favored enemy while mounted and flying, your first attacks (both yours and your companion's) are automatic critical hits. To top it off, these critical hits get an extra +1 added to their critical multiplier. Talk about a finishing move!