u/Kredditan

So new artificer meta is all about crafting. And getting help is important. So should a first item to craft be something that gives you or your help ability to craft quicker. Yeah, you can create it with replicate magic, but also you can start crafting this day one, and in 2.5 days with help and the price of 50gp plus maybe 6gp for 3 days(2.5) for help if you have to pay an npc or hireling, you can free a replicate slot. Any other item that should be first?

Hey folks! I’m playing an Artificer using the updated 2024 Wikidot rules, and I want to make sure my build is mechanically sound before I spring this on my DM.

​I’ve categorized my Artificer’s manufacturing into four distinct pillars. Can you rules-lawyers confirm if this works exactly as written, and what are the most broken/optimal ways to use these loops?

​Pillar 1: Tinker’s Magic

The new feature lets me use a Magic Action to conjure an item from a specific list (Ball Bearings, Caltrops, Oil, Hunting Trap, etc.) out of thin air within 5ft, lasting until a Long Rest. (Uses = INT mod).

Any crazy synergies with this (like Catapult spell)?

​Pillar 2: Tinker’s Tools "Utilize" Action

Since the 2024 rules streamlined tools, I’m using the Utilize action in combat/exploration with my Tinker’s Tools for fast, non-magical interactions (jamming doors, breaking hinges, dismantling traps on the fly).

​Pillar 3: Replicate Magic Item

I get my Magic Item Plans (up to 2 active items at level 2).

I replicate an Alchemy Jug and produce 1/2 ounce of Basic Poison every day, selling it for 50 gp. With my second slot, I replicate either Half Plate of Gleaming (for a free 750gp AC bump) or Repeating Shot for my Heavy Crossbow/Handgonne.

​Pillar 4: Standard Downtime Crafting

I take the 50 gp of poison money from Pillar 3 and funnel it directly into raw materials for standard crafting.

using Calligrapher’s Supplies to scribe 1st-level Spell Scrolls (like Faerie Fire or Caustic Brew) for 25gp/1 day, or using Woodcarver's Tools to craft wands. I’m basically funding my own magic item workshop without ever adventuring for gold.

​Does the Alchemy Jug poison economy hold up under scrutiny? And what are the absolute best items to conjure with the new Tinker's Magic feature in the heat of battle?

​Thanks!

I'm an artificer for the first time, and I'm kinda lost with old versus new rules and items. I want to make my own little squad. Can I use find familiar(MI feat) to summon a flying monkey? Can I arm it with a wand? Can I create a flying wonder? Can I arm it with a wand? Can I summon homunculus and also arm it with a wand? Can we all blast in the same round?