I've read the many queries relating to this but they are mostly D&D related.
I'm playing a sorcerer, and it seems that now that we are hitting L6-7, I'm less effective: my spell's saving throws remain constant (e.g. DC 17 will/reflex negates), while the monsters increase in strength and gain uncanny dodge etc.
Does my character level influence saving throws? Another player said that as I'm a higher level, the DC should increase.
I've read that spell save DCs equal 10 + spell level + modifier; does this mean a will/reflex/fort save increases along this line, e.g. 10 + spell level 4 + charisma mod 3 = will save of 17 or better?
Best Answer
You are correct. Spell saves are 10 + spell level + spellcasting stat modifier (+ any miscellaneous bonuses). They don't go up directly with character level, except insasmuch as character level lets you cast higher level spells, get higher stats, and get feat like Spell Focus that boost your DCs.
As you become a higher level caster you need to either start relying on spells that don't allow saves as much, target opponents' weak saves, and/or double down on your spellcasting stat modifier and feats to get those DCs up. Stat boosting items or spells help, as do a variety of specialized +1 DC items.
Tactically you'll find that combining save spells with other debuffs (from yourself or other party members) will be necessary as you reach high levels (10+).