Ki point usage is determined by Monk subclass ability options. The most Ki Points that can be spent is 6. This is for the Way of the Four Elements Monk (PHB, 80) that can invest 6 Ki points to cast certain spells or engage their Elemental Discipline.
How do Monk ki points work?
When you hit another creature with a melee weapon attack, you can spend 1 ki point to attempt a stunning strike. The target must succeed on a Constitution saving throw or be stunned until the end of your next turn.
Are ki points magic?
Using Ki isn’t magic, that’s the Monk’s body’s natural energy. Anti-magic field wouldn’t stop a Monk from using flurry of blows or stunning strike. You couldn’t cast spells using Ki though, that’d be considered using magic.
Do monks get KI on short rest?
Regaining all Ki points at the end of a short rest, unlike Sorcerers who regain their spells at the end of a long rest, makes Monks playable and balanced with the rest of the classes. But, Monks are a ton of fun to play! Just be aware that abilities that use Ki Points are very limited.
Is ki a bonus action?
Immediately after you take the Attack action on Your Turn, you can spend 1 ki point to make two unarmed strikes as a Bonus Action.
Do monks get ki points back on a short rest?
When you spend a ki point, it is unavailable until you finish a short or long rest, at the end of which you draw all of your expended ki back into yourself. You must spend at least 30 minutes of the rest meditating to regain your ki points.
What do monks do with their ki points?
Most monks can use it to make a followup unarmed strike after an attack. And starting at 2nd level you have even more options now that you have ki points available to you. You can: Spend ki to make TWO attacks as a bonus action. Spend ki to take the dodge action as a bonus action.
What to consider when building a monk subclass?
Ki isn’t the only thing to consider when building a monk subclass. Monks love their bonus actions. Bonus actions for monks are sort of resource in themselves, as they limit what a monk can spend ki points on and how much they can accomplish in a single turn.
How does a monk change stance between the four elements?
By requiring a bonus action to change stances between the elements, the monk can exchange their bonus strikes, Flurry of Blows, Step of the Wind and so forth for versatility offering (slightly) smaller bonuses to exchange the next turn. No ki cost. Just a bonus action.
What does Ki cost in way of four elements?
It doesn’t get in the way, nor does it cost any Ki. And most GMs let you replace it later on with other options. You really don’t lose with this. Here’s where things get spicy! Pardon the pun. When you use the Attack action on your turn, you can spend 1 ki point to cause tendrils of flame to stretch out from your fists and feet.
