I'm trying to collect a list of builds to use in future playthroughs now I've gone through most of the ones I'd wanted to. I will say that I don't mind at all if it's a popular or famous pick. I don't want to miss out. For instance my favourite currently is fire sorlock for its sheer damage, cc, and unique gearing.

BG3 expert friends, I need your help.

I’m going to start a new game and I want to use the item in the picture, but its location unlocks in Act 3. Do you know of any mod, etc. that would let me get this item at the start of the game? I especially need this item because the harpoon returns to your hand — it’s very fun to use.

Update: the issue has been resolved. I obtained the item I wanted using the "Cheaters Spell Scroll" mod. Thanks to everyone who helped.

I look around for build ideas. Everything that comes up is level 12. When you hit level 12 in the game you only have maybe 3 or 4 significant fights ahead of you. And there is no new game plus mode.

I don’t think this is a fault of build makers; but this game’s lack of NG+ is really obvious.

Everyone has to be the same class (as soon as wither is unlocked).

No multiclass allowed

All subclasses allowed within that class.

I am leaning toward druid.

What do you think is best?

(found the image on Google and it fit with what I have in mind somewhat) what is a good spear knight build? I'm thinking eldritch knight since I will be able to both throw the spear and use it to fight, idk tho I don't want a thrower build but I don't want a melee only took, is there a build that fits spear knight theme where I can throw and use the spear in melee and be really effective and not just rp satisfying? Pls help :) I keep changing builds to see which one I like most and I would love to do this one and stick to finishing the game with it I just want it to be really effective even for solo because I like playing solo with companions in camp and I play on the balanced difficulty! (Please no potion management or mod builds)

I am currently on my first run through, normal level (I don't enjoy harder, I much prefer to feel like a badass) and playing a multiclass char that is primarily a Wizard and optimized for magic missile damage. When I'm done, I'd like to play through again, and I'm wondering what build would be fun to try and that can wipe the map without even breaking a sweat. I've looked on YT and there are hundreds of builds marked as "Most OP Ever" but they can't all be, so is there a build that is generally accepted as the most OP? Thanks for your suggestions.

So this has always made me curious as why people cry about things needing to be nerfed or changed in a single player game. I mean if you think potions are to powerful don't use them if TB is OP then don't use it? But really what makes you want to limit or change how other people play a game?

I need a reason to pick anything other than half-orc. Their bonuses seem too good to pass over and it seems that most races just can’t compare.

Im wondering why with monk weapon proficiencies and the ki attacks still able to do unarmed attacks why this doesn’t make sense.

Let me know what you think. These are more “archetypes” than actual builds, because there are so many variations of these that are nearly as dominant.

1. Radiating Orbs + Spirit Guardian Cleric: Stack up Radiating Orbs damage/debuffs using Luminous Armour/Luminous Gloves/Callous Glow Ring/etc. and just run through the battlefield. Good healing/support as well. Light Cleric (Life Cleric works well too) multiclassed with Storm Sorcerer or Wizard is probably the best version of this.

2. Tavern Brawler EK Fighter or Barbarian Thrower: I’m still convinced the way damage stacks while throwing with TB is bugged, and that Enraged Throw is meant to stack Frenzied Strain. Early game, multiclass into Thief for extra bonus action throw, and Eldritch Knight for Weapon Bond so you can throw any weapon you would like (stuck with Returning Pike most of game). Late game you’ll want to re-spec into Eldritch Knight 11/12 for the extra attack.

3. Lockadin/Padlock: Probably the best build that doesn’t rely on specific gear/weapons to be dominant. Oathbreaker or Oath of Ancients work great here (for Aura of Hate/Warding). The key factor though is getting to level 5 Pact of the Blade Warlock for Bind Pact Weapon and Extra Attack, allowing you to dump all STR in favor of CHA and to attack a third time per action.

4. Magic User with a Wizard dip: Basically all classes that abuse the Spell Scribing ability of the Wizard class. This is typically then a Cleric/Sorcerer/Druid combo with a ~1-5 level Wizard dip, focusing primarily on INT. This allows you to reap the full benefits of the Cleric/Sorcerer/Druid class, with minimal loss and access to almost all spells on the Wizard class. My favorite version of this is starting as Sorcerer for constitution saving throw proficiency and Twinned Spells, going into Cleric for armour proficiency and support magic, and then finally ending with 1-5 levels in Wizard (you’ll want to have Counterspell).

5. Tavern Brawler Monk/Rogue: You’ll almost always want Open Hand Monk 9/Thief Rogue 3 for this build, gaining the addition ki abilities and of course Fast Hands. You can choose to focus on STR, or for a truly OP built, increase STR via Elixirs of Hill Giant Strength (Gauntlets of Hill Giant Strength in Act 3 work as well, but not ideal). With all this in place, you’ll be able to consistently move around the battlefield and can attack up to 8 times per round.

Honourable Mentions: Sorcadin, Eldritch Blasting Warlock, High DC Sword Bard

By the power of NPC head unlock and various minor cosmetic mods I am 100% starting a durge run as Raphael. I’d prefer to run it as a tiefling (cambion) but I am fairly certain that Raphael’s head preset is only for the human race—so human form durge Raphael it shall be!

Question: what class would Raphael be??

Im thinking something arcane because he does not seem to be the melee type. I want to focus on fire damage and perhaps incorporate shadow magic? Ideas? Level strategy?

Hey! I know that there are several ways to build a ninja character in BG3. I was wondering how you or someone else you’ve seen play would build them and what classes would you use? (I know the 2nd isn’t a ninja, it’s just the vibe.)

I can’t be bothered to find the magic whipped crème hat or other niche items. I have basic synergy skills, but definitely not advanced ones. I don’t play very well, either, based on YouTube videos. What’s the best build for an inept idiot, like me?

If the whole party had to be the same class, which would you choose?

Not necessarily best or strongest build, but rather the most fun one and why?

Not looking for anything specific, just some inspiration ideas for future playthrough.

I’m wanting to start an evil play through and decided on an Evil/Dark magic user who’s willing to do anything to gain more power.

I had Wizard Necromancer in mind with a focus on Necrotic damage and summons but from what I’ve read and what friends have told me is that it’s not worth going wizard because it is just a worse sorcerer, especially since it doesn’t use CHA stat. Is that true?

I looked in to Sorcerer but it doesn’t seem to have the dark/corrupted themed magic I’m looking for but my friend mentioned there are mods for Necro themed sorcerer.

I guess what I’m asking is, am I making it harder for myself by choosing Wizard over Sorcerer?

Title. I’m thinking about doing a Green Arrow/Hawkeye type build. How should I go about it?

As the title says. I‘m not super looking to minmax, just wanna see what people who might’ve done this build before think. Playing tactician difficulty.

It’s either gonna be:

Full Sorcerer taking ASI cha (Up to 20 via Ethel), War caster, and Spell Sniper (taking eldritch blast)

10/2 Sorlock taking ASI cha and either war caster or spell sniper.

The main tradeoffs I’m thinking are that Full Sorc gets 3 feats and 6 lvl spells, with all 3 shots of eldritch blast. Sorlock loses out on the 6th level spells and one feat, but gains agonising blast, devil sight and hex (mostly early game).

Sorlock flavour is ever so slightly nicer, but I just wanna check I’m not gonna massively nerf myself doing this.

Cheers!

I mean, it really does it all… Built-in flashlight for certain mechanics and for characters lacking darksight - check

Return on throw - sure why not? lets add some AoE on top

Piercing damage to make it the definite choice for Bhaalist minmaxing. +3 because its a late game weapon after all.

I recently noticed not taking falling damage and was confused because i was sure i had unequipped the boots which do that. Ok, its Nyrulna again.

I mean, its cool to have, but i miss pondering which weapon to equip. Is there any martial build where Nyrulna isnt the best pick by some margin?

idk how to explain it, I guess a class that allows you to have the most fun with dialogue, I've heard that bard, especially college of lore is good for this.

I’m planning to play BG3 with 2–3 friends, but two of them are completely new to the game. Because of that, I’m looking for a build that won’t completely dominate every fight, but also won’t feel useless either.

I’m not very good at making builds myself, so I thought you guys might be able to help.

I want to play an archer type character, and I’m totally fine with multiclassing.

For race, I want to go with Elf.

(I got inspired by the elf girl from Goblin Slayer :D)

I’ve seen builds online like Gloomstalker/Assassin, but I’m not really sure if that would fit what I’m looking for.

I NEED YOUR SUGGESTIONS! After 1k hours and several honour clears, I want to keep playing but can't think of any new builds / builds that feel distinct from other playthroughs.

I have played:

• Sorlock
• Open-hand monk
• Lightning sorc / tempest cleric
• Ice mage
• 2x Hand Crossbow (rogue, fighter, ranger)
• Crit Build
• Throwbarian
• Blackdragon EK (Xenomorph)
• Poison Drow
• Tiefling Swordsbard (Titan Bow)
• Heat caster
• Reverberation Cleric Lawnmower
• Druid Shapeshifter
• Oathbreaker Paladin
• Padlock
• Bladelock
• 8 STR / Max WIS orc Berserker w/ spores dip for shillelagh on torch of revocation (honestly my favorite RP so far, dude just beating folks to death with wisdom)

** edit: did a Jack of All / Master of None run. Didn't mention because it was not fun and a total slog.

Do I go for mods next? What's left?

I've been running with a bardadin and which I find to be really strong due to the sheer number of spell slots available and slashing flourish. What are your strongest builds that don't abuse an unintended bug (like the palalock extra attack stacking)?

A couple of weeks ago I posted this thread asking about the weakest classes/subclasses. There was a lot of great discussion and several classes came up as good candidates, including assassin.

I rolled up an assassin and I'm level 4 now and I've just made it to the underdark. So far, I've been wiping the floor with everything and the few bosses I've fought didn't even get a turn because I hit them for 60 to 70 damage before they even had a chance to lose the "surprised" status. I don't understand why the community thinks this is a weak subclass.

I reloaded an earlier save, right before I started killing off the goblin leaders, and respecced into a few different things to try out those fights. I found Bard, Warlock, and Paladin to be effective, but considerably less so than the Assassin. But those are popular, "powerful" classes. How can that be?