Dressing as a D&D Cleric

Clerics are one of the most popular classes in D&D to play. However, its appearance and background can vary greatly. There are multiple aspects to a cleric that can affect not only its appearance but also how the cleric acts in Dungeons and Dragons. In this post, we look at how to dress as a D&D cleric as well as the different aspects that you should consider in the process.

Domains and Deities of Clerics

Whether you are creating a D&D cleric in the game or as a real-life persona, there is one major aspect that must be chosen first. In D&D, a cleric must choose a domain. There are seven main domains with other ones added in additional source books. These main domains include Knowledge, Life, Light, Nature, Tempest, Trickery, and War. There is also the domain of Death for villainous clerics.

Your choice of domain usually correlates to your character’s choice of deity who oversees that domain. Typically, a cleric follows a specific deity, but you may choose not to. There are several game-based deities in addition to the acceptance of the Norse, Greek, Celtic, and Egyptian pantheons.

The choice of domain and deity will heavily affect a cleric’s appearance and aesthetic. Depending on the deity, different items and weapons make more sense than others. For example, choosing a god of crafting or mining as a character’s deity may mean that the character carries a hammer rather than a sword. We will discuss weapons a little bit later.

Regardless of deity or domain, there are a couple of outfit styles to choose from when you are dressing as a D&D cleric. A popular look is long and flowing, so something like the Abraxas Duster Coat with the Abraxas Canvas Robe would be appropriate. Cloaks and robes are very popular choices. Meanwhile, you could choose to wear a tunic with a pair of pants. The Kasimir Canvas Trousers with the Gadaric Canvas Tunic would work well. You could even layer the Garen Suede Tunic over the top. Both outfits would look great with the Einhard Boots.