Edward Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters is a 2013 action horror film directed by Tommy Wirkola. The movie is a dark reimagining of the classic fairy tale Hansel and Gretel, with a focus on the adult lives of the siblings. In the film, Hansel and Gretel have become skilled witch hunters after narrowly escaping from a wicked witch as children. They now travel from village to village, ridding towns of witches and collecting bounties. The duo uses an array of weapons and explosives, combining their expert knowledge with their physical abilities. Hansel is portrayed as a courageous and relentless fighter, while Gretel is portrayed as a clever and agile warrior.
Scarred Witch Doctor -- I really miss the pre-Errata version . . . after the Errata, it's no longer good for Gish builds, but makes otherwise conventional Half-Orc Witches overpowered (somebody must have forgotten that Half-Orcs can put their +2 anywhere). Now if you want a Witch who can't spell, you're stuck with Seducer . . . .
When you rate Winter Witch I think that if you are playing very defensively instead of offensively -- for instance if your job is not to be an Irriseni Ice Witch but instead to keep your party including yourself alive under the noses of the Irriseni Ice Witches -- taking the archetype without the prestige class could actually be better than taking the prestige class. after the Errata, it s no longer good for Gish builds, but makes otherwise conventional Half-Orc Witches overpowered somebody must have forgotten that Half-Orcs can put their 2 anywhere.
Hansel is portrayed as a courageous and relentless fighter, while Gretel is portrayed as a clever and agile warrior. The siblings share a close bond and rely on each other as they face dangerous and powerful witches. The film's plot revolves around the siblings' investigation of a series of child kidnappings in a small town.
Owl's Witch Guide (now with working link)
I posted this a week ago, but botched the link. Let's try again.
There are very good witch guides already (which I link to), and I only made this one to broaden their coverage. My aim here is to cover the material online at:
That is, I'm covering more hexes, patrons & spells. To keep the length manageable I limit much of this to "only the good stuff". E.g., the motivation to take a given patron lies in the good-to-excellent spells it offers, so let's just skip the chaff.
If you think I've overlooked something of note, maybe a spell that's not an everyday choice but that has particularly nice uses, please let me know.
One tiny thing - an arcane trickster wannabe can use the accomplished sneak attacker feat to cut down on the number of non-spellcasting levels in the build. Witch 3 / rogue or roguish class 1 / arcane trickster X can cast spells a full spell level ahead of the witch 3 / rogue 3 / arcane trickster X in your sample builds.
Hex Channeler wrote:<. . .>Every time the hex channeler is able to learn a new hex (including major or grand hexes, but not hexes gained through the Extra Hex feat), she can instead increase her channel energy amount by 1d6.
So you can't get more than (Level/2) * d6. And using all your even-level Hexes on boosting the damage is a semi-waste, since you are giving up what makes Witches great. What Hex Channeler IS good for is for channeling with rider effects that don't depend on Channeling dice, since just taking the archetype gives you full Cleric level for Channel DC, etc. So if you want it for Command/Turn Undead or one of the rider effects that some types of Variant Channeling have (assuming you worship the right deity), then it's good for that.
For rating Ley Line Guardian, trading out your familiar can in some respects be considered a feature, not a bug, since this means you don't have to worry about your Familiar getting taken out to prevent you from preparing spells. The Hex Substitute ability Conduit Surge is rather lackluster for 2 Hexes, though.
Scarred Witch Doctor -- I really miss the pre-Errata version . . . after the Errata, it's no longer good for Gish builds, but makes otherwise conventional Half-Orc Witches overpowered (somebody must have forgotten that Half-Orcs can put their +2 anywhere). Now if you want a Witch who can't spell, you're stuck with Seducer . . . .
When you rate Winter Witch: I think that if you are playing very defensively instead of offensively -- for instance if your job is not to be an Irriseni Ice Witch but instead to keep your party (including yourself) alive under the noses of the Irriseni Ice Witches -- taking the archetype without the prestige class could actually be better than taking the prestige class.
For rating Arcane Trickster, I wouldn't rate this as being good for a Witch. Not only do you not gain more Hexes, but you also don't progress the ones you have, many of which get stronger as you level up (in Save DC if nothing else). (In contrast, Stargazer does progress your Hexes.) In addition, the Witch spell list doesn't natively have Mage Hand, so you have to invest in getting that (like the Two World Magic trait in your Ashiftah Trickster example -- and that's at the same time as you also have to invest in Magical Knack and possibly also a Campaign Trait). If you want to go Arcane Tricskter anyway, at least concentrate on Hexes that are not strongly level-dependent, and consider Vivisectionist Alchemist as a way of getting one of your d6 of Sneak Attack. It does have the disadvantage relative to Rogue of not giving you free Weapon Finesse, but it gives you free Brew Potion and Throw Anything (the latter being better than the feat version), as well as the 1st level Extracts being useful for utility, and the limited Mutagen even being potentially useful. Of the Alchemist archetypes that stack with Vivisectionist and actually change something at 1st level, Sacrament Alchemist (trades out Mutagen) could be useful even with only 1 level, if you worship the right deity (needs to offer a Domain that has a 1st level power that doesn't depend upon effective Cleric level); if you didn't want Brew Potion but want a martial weapon proficiency (especially if treats weapons as martial weapons), Grenadier might be for you. Having said all of that, if you want an effective Arcane Tricskter (and you aren't the GM building something weird like a Divine Arcane Tricskter), Wizard is the way to go, not Witch or Sorcerer (hard to get enough skill ranks per level), and not even Arcanist (like Witch, loses too much in the way of juicy class features other than spellcasting).
They soon discover that a powerful witch named Muriel is behind the abductions and is planning a dark ritual using the stolen children. As the story progresses, Hansel and Gretel face numerous challenges and encounters with supernatural beings. They encounter a troll named Edward, who initially tries to kill them but later becomes an ally in their mission. The film combines elements of horror, action, and dark comedy. It has a gothic and gritty visual style, as well as intense and bloody fight scenes. The use of visual effects and practical effects adds to the overall atmosphere of the movie. Edward Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters received mixed reviews from critics but was a commercial success at the box office. It has gained a cult following for its unique take on the classic fairy tale and its action-packed sequences. Overall, the movie Edward Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters offers a different perspective on the well-known story of Hansel and Gretel. It showcases the siblings as powerful warriors and explores their adult lives as witch hunters. The film is an entertaining and thrilling ride for fans of action and horror genres..
Reviews for "Pushing the Boundaries: The Graphic Violence in Edward Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters"
1. Sarah - 2/5 - I was really excited to watch "Edward Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters" as I love fairy tales and action movies. However, I was extremely disappointed with this film. The storyline felt disjointed and the action scenes were overly exaggerated and unrealistic. The characters lacked depth and the dialogue seemed forced and cheesy. Overall, I found it difficult to connect with the movie and it felt like a wasted opportunity to create a unique twist on a classic tale.
2. John - 1/5 - "Edward Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters" was a complete letdown. The movie tried too hard to be edgy and cool, but failed miserably. The acting was subpar and the special effects were laughable. The plot made no sense and there were so many plot holes that it was impossible to take the movie seriously. I would not recommend wasting your time on this film, as it was a complete waste of money and talent.
3. Emily - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "Edward Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters" based on the cool concept and interesting trailer. However, the execution fell flat. The movie was filled with unnecessary gore and violence that overshadowed any substance the story had. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any depth. The dialogue was cringe-worthy at times, and the pacing was inconsistent. Overall, it was a disappointing film that failed to deliver on its potential.
4. Michael - 1/5 - This movie was an absolute disaster from start to finish. The acting was terrible, the script was laughable, and the special effects were poorly executed. The movie tried to be a dark and gritty take on a classic fairy tale, but it ended up being more of a cheesy and campy mess. I couldn't wait for it to be over and I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this cinematic disaster. Save your money and watch something else.