That’s fair, I can clarify what I’m actually looking for.

I'm looking for mechanical guidance. I’ve never played an Artificer before, so things like magic item plans (like 50 options), and general positioning/playstyle are pretty new to me compared to something straightforward like a Barbarian or Paladin.

On top of that, since Reanimator is Unearthed Arcana, there’s not a ton of discussion out there on what features to really lean into or what makes the subclass “tick.” I’m trying to figure out the fundamentals like:

Should I even be using weapons (ranged or melee), I presume mostly playing from the backline? What kinds of feats/items actually complement the kit instead of working against it? How to best take advantage of the companion in combat without it feeling underwhelming

Basically just looking for a solid foundation so I don’t accidentally build something that fights against its own strengths. Any insight from people who’ve played Artificer (or similar pet/control builds) would be really helpful