In this episode of Life of Fiction – the Podcast, we step behind the shield and dive deep into the ironclad role of the Defender.
More than a tank, more than a wall—this class is about tactical protection, battlefield control, and choosing to take the hit when no one else can.
As with each of the classes, we’ve designed the Defender as a three-stage class that grows.
Here's what we cover:
🛡️ Class Progression – From dependable Guardian, to seasoned Protector, to the nearly unbreakable Sentinel.
🧱 Defensive Archetypes – The Shieldbearer, The Warden, The Paragon, and The Iron Wall. Each brings a new way to shape the flow of battle.
⚔️ Offense vs. Defense Debate – Should Defenders deal damage? Or is battlefield presence enough?
🔋 Unique Resource Mechanics – Explore stamina pools, guard points, and fortified modes—ways to keep defense dynamic and strategic.
💥 Lore Integration – How do Defenders show up in the world of Wanted Hero and Chronicles of a Hero? (Hint: you already know some…)
Plus: A look at what it really means to be a protector in a world full of chaos, and how you—the listener—can help us design the most meaningful tank class in RPG history.
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