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<br>Their other leveling choices make them both a controlling force in melee combat and a powerful support from a distance, though most of one's time should be spent on maximizing damage output while in Wild Shape.<br><br>Baldur's Gate 3 allows players to further customize their character via a subclass, selected either at character creation, at level 2 or at level 3, depending on the class. Warlocks choose their subclass during character creation since their subclass indicates what kind of being they made a pact with in exchange for their power. Be it a Fiend, Archfey, or Great Old One, their powers are sourced from dangerous creatures with ulterior motives.<br><br>Goolocks also get the spell options "Dissonant Whispers" and "Tasha's Hideous Laughter" at level 1. The former allows them to inflict psychic damage and frighten a foe, while the latter can leave a foe helplessly laughing on the ground for up to ten rounds. They gain the spells "Detect Thoughts" and "Phantasmal Force" at level three, allowing them to [https://Www.Baldursgate3Fans.com/articles/baldur-s-gate-3-dice-skins-my-personal-tier-guide-and-insights.html read the article] minds without relying on the Mindflayer Tadpole and inflict psychic damage whose damage type changes to match the last attack that hit the target and occurs every turn for ten turns. At level five, they can get "Bestow Curse" and "Slow," which offer them a huge range of debuff options for dealing with strong foes.<br><br>At fifth level, Giant Barbarians gain access to Boot of the Giants, allowing them to spend a bonus action to kick a target away. This is a contested Athletics check, just like the shove action, but you can use Boot of the Giants to push enemies that are up to twice the weight you'd be able to shove. You'll also deal your unarmed damage to the target when using Boot of the Giants, which can be enhanced by Tavern Brawler, Martial Arts from Monk, and items like the Gloves of Crushing.<br><br>Level 1 Hexblade Warlocks also receive the "Hexblade's Curse" ability , which curses a target to receive extra damage equal to the Warlock's proficiency bonus whenever the Warlock deals damage to them. It also reduces the number needed to roll a critical hit against that target by 1, and restores HP equal to the Warlock's Proficiency+Charisma Modifier when they kill the cursed target. A Hexblade Warlock gains Shield and Wrathful Smite as level 1 spell options.<br><br> <br>Upon wielding the Darkfire Shortbow, players get Resistance to Fire and Cold Damage, allowing them to brave Spellcasters with a penchant for using heavy-hitting Fireballs or even dangerous obstacles. Users of the Shortbow can also use Haste as a 3rd-Level Spell once per Long Rest, giving them an edge in emergencies as an escape tool or early in the fight to dish out heavy damage to thre<br><br>For defensive options, players should pick up the Cloak of Displacement from Entharl Danthelon in Wyrm's Crossing and the Boots of Persistence from Dammon in the Lower City (assuming he survived until Act 3.) The former gives enemies disadvantage on attack rolls against the wearer until the first time the wearer takes damage on each turn. The latter provides permanent Freedom of Movement (same as the spell), Longstrider (same as the spell), and a +1 bonus to Dexterity saving throws. The "Legacy of the Masters" gloves are also sold by Dammon during Act 3, offering +2 to attack rolls and damage with all weapons. Picking these up can make any martial character more effective , so they're worth grabbing if Dammon is alive.<br><br>Wild Magic Barbarians channel Wild Magic when they enter a rage, causing a Wild Magic surge similar to the one some Sorcerers can cause when casting spells. They also get the ability "Magic Awareness," which lets them use a bonus action to allow themselves and allies within 3m to add their proficiency bonus to saving throws against spells.<br><br>Where equipment is concerned , Rangers should seek out the "Speedy Reply" scimitar in Act 1 (found on a dead caravan agent near Flind) or the "Thorn Blade" Scimitar sold by Dammon in Act 2. These two can be very effective during the first two acts, though the Thorn Blade's poison damage is unfortunately resisted by quite a few foes. The Justiciar's Scimitar (found in the Gauntlet of Shar during Act 2) is also an excellent pick that synergizes well with the Gloom Stalker's stealth tactics. During Act 3, players can track down Belm, a returning weapon from Baldur's Gate 2, which is an exceptional weapon that can turn your bonus action into an extra attack and is thus excellent for builds that aren't dual-wielding. It has some unique synergy with certain weapons when held in the off-hand, which are discussed in the Act 3 section.<br><br>At sixth level, Giant Barbarians gain Elemental Cleaver. This allows them to add acid, cold, fire, lightning, or thunder damage to their weapon while raging, and also adds the Thrown property to their weapon when used. Additionally, weapons under the effect of Elemental Cleaver will be returned to your hand immediately after being thrown, allowing for greater flexibility in throwing weapon builds. The elemental damage behaves like a damage rider when throwing the weapon, meaning the elemental damage is boosted independently by things like the Rage buff, Tavern Brawler, or the Ring of Flinging. This allows you to achieve much higher damage than expected with weapons enhanced using Elemental Cleaver.<br>
<br>Unique Weapons & Equipment How To Get the Phalar Aluve (Sword In The Stone) True Love's Caress & True Love's Embrace Ring Locations How to Get the Sword of Justice How to Get the Gloves of the Automaton How to Get the Potent Robe in Baldur’s Gate 3 Best Items To Get In Act 1 Best Amulets You Can Get In Act 1, Ranked Best Amulets You Can Get In Act 2, Ranked Best Rings You Can Get In Act 2, Ranked [https://www.baldursgate3Fans.com/articles/baldur-s-gate-3-photo-mode-revolution-epic-selfies-mustache-mayhem-unleashed.html baldur's gate 3 photo mode] Gate 3: 10 Best Rings You Can Get In Act Three, Ranked Best Rare Armor Pieces Best Very Rare Armor Pieces Best Rings You Can Get In Act 1, Ra<br><br>If you are dead set on including a character in your party, simply talk to Withers to respec them to one of the optimal Wizard companion classes listed above. This way, you won't miss out on that character's questline, and you won't have to suffer from an improperly balanced party.<br><br> <br>At third level, Shadow Magic Sorcerers gain Darkness as an extra second-level spell and can cast it by spending 2 Sorcery Points instead of a spell slot if desired. At level six, they can use the Hound of Ill Omen ability using a bonus action and 2 Sorcery Points. The Shadow Mastiff created by this ability can use their bite attack to apply random Omens to a target. Each Omen has a damage type associated with it, and hitting the target with that damage type will restore 1 Sorcery Point, even if the Sorcerer wasn't the one who dealt the dam<br><br>Incandescent Staff (1d6/1d8 Bludgeoning, Quarterstaff, Very Rare): Despite its rather mediocre base damage as a Quarterstaff, its main benefits shine with its Fire Resistance, +1 Ranged Spell Attack, and free casts of Fire Bolt and Fireball. Just Fire Bolt as a Cantrip alone can give the Bard an extra offensive advantage, with Fireball just allowing them to wreak havoc in the battlefield.<br><br>At level seven, "Exceptional Training" lets their Animal Companion dash, disengage, or help allies as a bonus action. At level 8, Animal Companions gain more HP and higher AC again. Finally, level 11 adds "Bestial Fury," giving their Animal Companion an extra attack. This level also comes with a final set of upgrades for each Animal Companion, as shown below:<br><br> <br>Players who love Baldur’s Gate will delight in Baldur’s Gate 3 for its more modern approach to a game extremely close to Dungeons & Dragons . This time around, players of this Baldur’s Gate title are in a race against time as they try to find a cure against their illithid tadpole or risk becoming a mind flayer during their assault on Fae<br><br>When it comes down to it, the Githyanki are the best Wizard race BG3 players can choose because it saves players from using Spell Slots, and grants important proficiencies that greatly improve the Wizard's survivability.<br><br> <br>All Draconic Bloodline Sorcerers will gain the Draconic Resilience feature at level 1, giving them one additional hit point every time they level up and increasing their armor class by 3 when they are not wearing armor. This helps them to avoid damage more effectively than other Sorcerer subclas<br><br> <br>BG3 Spell Guides 15 Best Spells Best Cantrips In Baldur's Gate 3 Best Abjuration Spells Best Conjuration Spells, Ranked Best Conjuration Spells, Ranked Divination Spells, Ranked Best Evocation Spells, Ranked Best Necromancy Spells Best Transmutation Spells Best Healing Spells Best Illusion Spells, Ranked Best Spells For Crowd Control Best Utility Spells Best AOE Spells That Aren’t Fireball Best Cold Spells, Ranked Best Fire Spells, Ranked Best Lightning Spells, Ranked Best Acid Spells, Ranked Best Level 3 Spells, Ranked Best Level 1 Spells For Each Class Best Level 2 Spells, Ranked Best Level 4 Spells, Ranked Best Level 5 Spells, Ranked Best Level 6 Spells, Ranked How to Speak with the Dead in Baldur’s Gate 3 The Best Scr<br><br>Wizards get to choose two skills from a list of six at character creation, including Arcana, History, Investigation, Insight, Medicine, and Religion. Choosing the Sage background removes History and Arcana from the pool of other skill proficiencies Wizards can learn at Level 1, leaving four choices remaining, while Guild Artisans just lose Insight.<br><br>Being one of the most versatile Classes in Dungeons & Dragons , it makes sense for players enjoying their Baldur’s Gate 3 playthroughs to want to try expanding their initial Bard setups. In situations where a Bard needs to pack more combat or utility options, Multiclassing them seems an ideal route to maximize their efficiency. In this regard, ideal Multiclass options include:<br><br>Since the Abjuration Wizard is focused heavily on defense, it benefits greatly from the armor proficiency offered by taking some levels in either Fighter or Cleric (Life, Nature, Tempest, or War Domain.) This will allow them to bolster their defenses with heavy armor and a shield. Taking two levels in fighter for access to Action Surge allows a Wizard to fire off multiple spells in one turn, though this can also be accomplished much more reliably by making use of the Haste spell. Dipping into Sorcerer (White Dragon) to get Natural Armor and the Armor of Agathys spell is also an excellent choice since Armor of Agathys will trigger its damage burst even if the Arcane Ward drops the damage that would trigger it to zero.<br>

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Unique Weapons & Equipment How To Get the Phalar Aluve (Sword In The Stone) True Love's Caress & True Love's Embrace Ring Locations How to Get the Sword of Justice How to Get the Gloves of the Automaton How to Get the Potent Robe in Baldur’s Gate 3 Best Items To Get In Act 1 Best Amulets You Can Get In Act 1, Ranked Best Amulets You Can Get In Act 2, Ranked Best Rings You Can Get In Act 2, Ranked baldur's gate 3 photo mode Gate 3: 10 Best Rings You Can Get In Act Three, Ranked Best Rare Armor Pieces Best Very Rare Armor Pieces Best Rings You Can Get In Act 1, Ra

If you are dead set on including a character in your party, simply talk to Withers to respec them to one of the optimal Wizard companion classes listed above. This way, you won't miss out on that character's questline, and you won't have to suffer from an improperly balanced party.


At third level, Shadow Magic Sorcerers gain Darkness as an extra second-level spell and can cast it by spending 2 Sorcery Points instead of a spell slot if desired. At level six, they can use the Hound of Ill Omen ability using a bonus action and 2 Sorcery Points. The Shadow Mastiff created by this ability can use their bite attack to apply random Omens to a target. Each Omen has a damage type associated with it, and hitting the target with that damage type will restore 1 Sorcery Point, even if the Sorcerer wasn't the one who dealt the dam

Incandescent Staff (1d6/1d8 Bludgeoning, Quarterstaff, Very Rare): Despite its rather mediocre base damage as a Quarterstaff, its main benefits shine with its Fire Resistance, +1 Ranged Spell Attack, and free casts of Fire Bolt and Fireball. Just Fire Bolt as a Cantrip alone can give the Bard an extra offensive advantage, with Fireball just allowing them to wreak havoc in the battlefield.

At level seven, "Exceptional Training" lets their Animal Companion dash, disengage, or help allies as a bonus action. At level 8, Animal Companions gain more HP and higher AC again. Finally, level 11 adds "Bestial Fury," giving their Animal Companion an extra attack. This level also comes with a final set of upgrades for each Animal Companion, as shown below:


Players who love Baldur’s Gate will delight in Baldur’s Gate 3 for its more modern approach to a game extremely close to Dungeons & Dragons . This time around, players of this Baldur’s Gate title are in a race against time as they try to find a cure against their illithid tadpole or risk becoming a mind flayer during their assault on Fae

When it comes down to it, the Githyanki are the best Wizard race BG3 players can choose because it saves players from using Spell Slots, and grants important proficiencies that greatly improve the Wizard's survivability.


All Draconic Bloodline Sorcerers will gain the Draconic Resilience feature at level 1, giving them one additional hit point every time they level up and increasing their armor class by 3 when they are not wearing armor. This helps them to avoid damage more effectively than other Sorcerer subclas


BG3 Spell Guides 15 Best Spells Best Cantrips In Baldur's Gate 3 Best Abjuration Spells Best Conjuration Spells, Ranked Best Conjuration Spells, Ranked Divination Spells, Ranked Best Evocation Spells, Ranked Best Necromancy Spells Best Transmutation Spells Best Healing Spells Best Illusion Spells, Ranked Best Spells For Crowd Control Best Utility Spells Best AOE Spells That Aren’t Fireball Best Cold Spells, Ranked Best Fire Spells, Ranked Best Lightning Spells, Ranked Best Acid Spells, Ranked Best Level 3 Spells, Ranked Best Level 1 Spells For Each Class Best Level 2 Spells, Ranked Best Level 4 Spells, Ranked Best Level 5 Spells, Ranked Best Level 6 Spells, Ranked How to Speak with the Dead in Baldur’s Gate 3 The Best Scr

Wizards get to choose two skills from a list of six at character creation, including Arcana, History, Investigation, Insight, Medicine, and Religion. Choosing the Sage background removes History and Arcana from the pool of other skill proficiencies Wizards can learn at Level 1, leaving four choices remaining, while Guild Artisans just lose Insight.

Being one of the most versatile Classes in Dungeons & Dragons , it makes sense for players enjoying their Baldur’s Gate 3 playthroughs to want to try expanding their initial Bard setups. In situations where a Bard needs to pack more combat or utility options, Multiclassing them seems an ideal route to maximize their efficiency. In this regard, ideal Multiclass options include:

Since the Abjuration Wizard is focused heavily on defense, it benefits greatly from the armor proficiency offered by taking some levels in either Fighter or Cleric (Life, Nature, Tempest, or War Domain.) This will allow them to bolster their defenses with heavy armor and a shield. Taking two levels in fighter for access to Action Surge allows a Wizard to fire off multiple spells in one turn, though this can also be accomplished much more reliably by making use of the Haste spell. Dipping into Sorcerer (White Dragon) to get Natural Armor and the Armor of Agathys spell is also an excellent choice since Armor of Agathys will trigger its damage burst even if the Arcane Ward drops the damage that would trigger it to zero.

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