Baldurs Gate 3 is made in the genre of tactical strategy and RPG, where characters can freely move around the map. At the same time, the combat process itself takes place in tactical mode, the heroes move within a certain area in turn. Players will have to assemble a good squad and go in search of answers related to the parasites that attacked our hero. The game Baldurs Gate 3 was developed by developers from Larian Studios.
In the game Baldur Gate 3, players must assemble a strong team of 4 characters who will have to fight with dignity against different opponents. All classes have their own tactical capabilities, but some may be similar to each other. At the same time, the similarity of classes is determined by partial moments in tactical actions. Certain subclasses allow you to diversify your character classes when leveling up your heroes. It is subclasses that allow you to borrow some features from another class. But not all classes have the ability to select settings for any class.
In the article you can familiarize yourself with the best classes for attacking with ranged weapons. The recommended races are also indicated, which give priorities when firing weapons. After reading the information in the article, you can understand how to upgrade your hero and what class and race to choose.
Suggested builds for the role of “Top Gun Archer” in the game Baldur Gate 3.
In the open spaces of the game Baldur Gate 3 there are different landscape areas where opponents can be in hard-to-reach places. To defeat them, you will have to use a character who can teleport, jump far, attack with spells or shoot far from a weapon. There are not many classes that can afford to use weapons effectively, since the key characteristic “Dexterity” is needed. Of course, you can level up “Dexterity” in any class, but then the character will not be very good at ranged combat or will be weak in his ability.
Classes with the key characteristic “Dexterity” are suitable for the role of the best “Shooter”, as they allow you to effectively use ranged weapons. At the same time, such classes may have special features that allow them to increase the damage from ranged weapons. “Dexterity” can also be upgraded for other classes, which may be universal or slightly less suitable for shooting weapons.
It should be noted that ranged weapons are very good at pulling out a fight and ending it with victory. The fact is that melee characters must get close to the enemy in order to attack. It is not necessary to approach with a ranged weapon if the enemy is in an accessible area for attack. At the same time, the damage zone of ranged weapons is quite large and can affect most opponents in battle. Therefore, there is no point in excluding classes for shooting ranged weapons, since their benefits are very significant.
Pathfinder class.
Perhaps the Pathfinder is one of the best classes for shooting ranged weapons. He is capable of making several attacks in one turn. At the same time, causing decent damage is at a safe distance. Thus, it makes a significant contribution to supporting allies with ranged attacks who are in close combat. But in order to get a significant contribution from the Pathfinder in battles on the battlefield, you need to level up accordingly and choose the appropriate subclass. At the same time, any available subclass can be suitable for the Pathfinder as a Marksman with a ranged weapon. It is worth adding that the available subclasses significantly diversify the game and provide expanded tactical capabilities.
Depending on your preferences in the distribution of characteristics and leveling, the Pathfinder can be a universal class. That is, capable of fighting in close and ranged combat. To level up “Rifleman” from “Pathfinder”, it is not advisable to level up “Pathfinder Knight”, since the bonuses from “Dexterity” in terms of movement may be lost. The Pathfinder Knight is more suited to the direction with the ability to fight in close combat. For Pathfinder with ranged attacks, Heretic Slayer or Bounty Hunter are more suitable.
The benefits of “Pathfinder” during the passage can be very noticeable, since it is possible to solve some social problems. Such as searching for traps, opening locked locks, and partly possibly “Stealing”. But for “Theft” it is important to improve “Sleight of Hand”, then the chances of a successful theft increase noticeably. We recommend considering the Pathfinder as an offensive support for allies fighting in close combat.
You can get acquainted with the Pathfinder class and its main points at the link below:
The Rogue class is another pretty cool class for ranged attacks with ranged weapons. With the help of its features, the “Rogue” can inflict a decent number of weapon attacks from afar. But, to achieve the role of a good “Shooter” you will have to select the appropriate subclass. Since the subclasses of the “Rogue” differ significantly from each other and change the battle tactics. You can attack enemies with ranged weapons, regardless of the chosen subclass, but the effectiveness in this case will be different.
The Thief subclass is most suitable for the role of a marksman, since it does not significantly change the attack tactics of opponents. While the subclasses “Assassin” and “Mystical Trickster” give the hero a significant opposite. One is for attacking the backs of enemies, and the other is for working with spells. At the same time, all existing subclasses have the opportunity to use ranged weapons, since the “Dexterity” characteristic has been pumped up.
It should be added that the “Rogue” is good in ranged and melee combat for dealing damage if the appropriate subclass is selected. But he is not very suitable for the role of a tank; his task is to cause damage, and not to take attacks. In addition to all this, the Trickster is also good for solving social problems, such as theft, picking locks and finding traps. He can also conduct successful dialogues if the “Charisma” characteristic is pumped up.
You can get acquainted with the “Rogue” class and its main points at the link below:
The Bard class is also a great ranged class if the appropriate subclass is chosen. Mostly intended for performing social tasks, conducting successful dialogues and profitable trade. Such moments are achieved through the main characteristic “Charisma”. A “Bard” can also steal well if you level up the secondary stat “Dexterity” and have the “Sleight of Hand” ability. In addition to successfully working with social tasks, a “Bard” can be made into a good warrior, fighting with short- and long-range weapons. But, for this you need to freely distribute the characteristics and choose the appropriate subclass.
In our opinion, the most suitable subclass for a “Bard” with a ranged weapon would be the “College of Swords” subclass. The “College of Swords” subclass is simply an excellent gift for the “Shooter”, since you can hit 2 enemy targets at once. And such attacks can be made several times in one turn. Thus, the “Bard” in the “College of Swords” subclass becomes an excellent fighter for the “Rifleman” role, who in addition can summon an allied creature.
You can get acquainted with the Bard class and its main points at the link below:
Considering that our hero is a “Shooter” who mainly hits opponents with long-range weapons, movement range, night vision capabilities and a suitable weapon will be important. There must also be compliance with key characteristics. For the classes listed above, the key stats are Agility, Charisma, and Endurance.
Race “Elf”, under the race “Forest Elf”.
The “Elf” race is more suitable than all other races for the role of “Shooter”. Since there is a feature “Elven Weapon Training”, which allows you to skillfully wield a short bow and a long bow. Elves are able to move a distance of up to 9 meters, and with the Forest Elf race, the movement range increases by another +1.5 meters. There is also “Night Vision” which allows you to see in the dark and protection from “Fairies”.
Race “Drow”.
The Drow race is another good race that has the ability to handle ranged weapons well. This ability is implemented in the Drow Weapon Training feature, which allows you to use the One-Handed Crossbow. Drow are endowed with “Enhanced Night Vision”, allowing them to see up to 24 meters in the dark. As well as protection from enemy negative influences, especially “Fairy Legacy”. The movement range in battles is 9 meters.
Conclusion on the proposed races for the role of “Shooter”.
Of the listed races, the “Elf” with the sub-race “Forest Elf” and the “Drow” race differ in some respects. An “Elf” with the “Forest Elf” race can further move + 1.5 meters. The Drow will be much stronger if the character can pick up two One-Handed Crossbows and see better in the dark. Further, from other races, you can choose any other race that has a movement range of 9 meters and matches the characteristics. For example, the “Dragon Born” race with the test effect to “Dexterity”, “Semi-Elf” with the sub-race “Forest Half-Elf” and “Human”. But, the “Dragon Born”, “Half-Elf” and “Human” races give the minimum number of priorities and are not the most attractive for the “Shooter” role.
Conclusion by class for the role “Shooter”.
From the listed classes and races you can create an excellent sniper for the team. Which can help with attacks in difficult times and turn the tide of the battle. For example, finishing off an enemy fighting next to another ally or removing a few health points before the battle by making the first attacks. At the same time, pumping up the characteristics itself does not complicate the gameplay, since everything is simply simple. As for tactical actions, there shouldn’t be any problems here either, you just need to keep your distance and be in the second and third row.
