Bard is one of those classes Baldur’s Gate 3, which is not in the ready-made character pool. To avoid confusion, we decided to put together a universal construction that is suitable for absolutely any race. Ultimately, it is better to choose it based on preference.
Remark: Bards can be great fighters as well as good healers. This is important to consider.
Character building in Baldur’s Gate 3
How do you play as a bard?
In fact, playing a bard is no more difficult than playing any other class. They are good at close and range combat, and are basically capable of excellent control and healing. The most important thing, of course, is to distribute the statistical points correctly. Remember, the bard casts spells “Charisms”.
Recommended features in the screenshot above.
What weapon, focus and spells to choose at level 1
Since the bard is a mainly played class “Agility” And “Charisms”then the weapon with the mark “Fence” this is what you need. Rapiers, daggers, etc. – everything is in your hands. And don’t forget the bows and crossbows!
Remark: We recommend taking a dagger in your second hand – not only to attack with a bonus action, but also to increase damage at subsequent levels.
At the first level we choose the following points of interest: “Corrosive Spot” And “Friendship”.
The list of recommended spells is as follows:
- Healing word;
- Dissonant whispers;
- Fairy Glow;
- Thunder wave.
Which spell to choose at level 2
“Humanoid Love Spell” – this is exactly the beginning of the control we were talking about. So let’s take this spell.
What subclass and spells to choose at level 3
The subclass here is pretty clear: it is “College of Swords”. It is he who allows you to make your bard an even more versatile and deadly fighter. Fighting style – “Dual Weapon Fighting”because additional damage is never unnecessary.
Let’s take it here “Crown of Madness”as this is a very useful spell in battle.
What spells, feats, and focuses should you choose at level 4?
“Little Illusion”The focus is, of course, situational, but sometimes it can come in handy, because it is considered the most useful due to all the options presented.
“Stunning sound” is a fairly powerful spell for any spell class, so you shouldn’t bypass it.
This is where the fun begins. “Actor” -The best trait for a bard. It not only doubles your “Skill Bonus”but also increases your “Charisma” to 18, increasing the modifier to +4. Besides, you get the chance whistles masterfully.
Which spells to choose at level 5, 6 and 7
It’s all about control and of course the ability to run away quickly. Select the following spells:
- Horror;
- Fascinating pattern;
- Door in space.
What spells and traits to choose at level 8
Next spell – “Polymorphic”with which you can turn even the most terrible boss into a sheep.
There’s no such thing as too much health, so we opt for the diet “Persistent”.
What spells to choose at level 9
Let’s take it “Humanoid Submission” and replace “Humanoid Love Spell” on “Monster Paralysis” because the former is not necessary.
What skills, focus and spells to choose at level 10
At level 10 you generally don’t benefit much from tricks, but if you approach it from the point of view of its applicability, then “Weapons Department” It can be useful.
We have arranged the skills as in the screenshot above, by preference “Attention” And “Persuasion”.
“Magical Secrets” – these are the same spells, just borrowed from other classes. That’s why we take the best, viz “Fireball” And “Counterplay”.
Just like with a normal spell, we stop at “Mass Healing of Wounds”since a bard isn’t just about damage.
What spell to choose at level 11
In addition “Otto’s Uncontrollable Dance” – this is very funny in the context of the game and also effective. Not only can you make the boss dance, but you can also give your allies the chance to attack him with an advantage.
How to choose an attribute and spell at 12th level
“Terrible Eyes” – the essence of all control discussed above, which is why this is the last spell on our list.
The last function we take is already classic “Increasing Characteristics” and increase “Charisma” to 20, and eventually started to give not only enemies in the area, but Baldur’s Gate itself a nightmare.
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