Best Commander Options | PF2e Battlecry Class Guide (Ancestries, Backgrounds, Archetypes)

Welcome to Ctrl+Alt+Build – where we Ctrl the Dice, Alt the Meta, and Build the Legend.

The Battlecry book has dropped, and with it comes Pathfinder 2e’s newest class: the Commander – a frontline tactician who can rally allies, control the flow of combat, and bring strategic might to the battlefield.

In this guide, we’ll cover some of the best ancestry, background, and archetype options for building an effective Commander—whether you're starting fresh or theorycrafting for your next Free Archetype campaign.

We'll break down:
Which ancestries offer the best synergy for Commanders
Backgrounds that bolster your tactical edge or battlefield presence
And powerful archetypes that expand your command repertoire and team utility

These aren’t full builds—yet. This is your foundation for creating a Commander that thrives in any party composition.

Prefer inspiring charges? Got it.
Want to mastermind from the backlines? Covered.
Trying to scream “Fall in!” every round like it’s your job? You’re in the right place.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell us in the comments what kind of Commander builds you want to see next—because we’re just getting started with this class.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro/Build Concept
01:08 - Ancestries
04:42 - Backgrounds
06:48 - Archetypes
08:40 - Final Thoughts

Built with the Pathfinder 2e rules by Paizo