This player character build (barbarian 28/ bard 2/ red dragon disciple 10) is designed to be a hard-hitter, with nearly the maximum possible strength (for a non-polymorphed player character) and full base attack. It is also able to withstand punishment from casters and hard-hitting monsters, as most levels have 12-sided hit dice, and received damage is often mitigated by epic barbarian damage reduction or immunity to fire. Weaknesses include low reflex and will saves, but when saving against spells, this character will receive a +9 bonus from spellcraft.