Baldurs Gate 3 is made in the genre of tactical strategy and RPG, where characters can move freely around the map. At the same time, the combat process itself takes place in a 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. Baldurs Gate 3 was developed by Larian Studios.
Baldurs Gate 3 has a slightly complicated character customization scheme. By choosing a character, starting from the class, you can choose a race for him. Or choose a character based on race, and then decide on the class. However, not all classes are ideal for the selected character of the corresponding race. Classes allow you to determine the tactics of combat operations, since each class has its own abilities. In terms of race, this is where the features of the character can be seen.
The article indicates the features of the “Warrior” class, with the distribution of character characteristics. Described the key points in the initial setup. The most suitable races for the Warrior class are indicated. And also analyzed the features of the subclasses of the class “Warrior”. All these moments will allow you to more correctly set up the hero and decide on his tactics on the battlefield.
Features of the Warrior class in Baldur Gate 3.
Warriors are excellent melee fighters for whom armor is like a second skin. When creating a character, in the “Warrior” class, it is possible to choose the appropriate fighting style. That is, you can specialize a little narrowly and make it more efficient in a certain direction.
A character in the Warrior class can use simple and martial weapons. As well as wearing all types of armor, including shields, this allows you to make the character one of the most armored. There are bonuses that increase the hero’s survivability, these are “Test of Strength” and “Test of Endurance”. Thanks to the above points, the hero will be able to stay on the battlefield for a long time in close combat. At the same time, there are spells that allow you to attack in an area in front of the character, hitting several enemies at a time. This significantly reduces the time of the battle.
Fighting style for the Warrior class in Baldur Gate 3.
At the beginning of the game, you can choose only one combat style, but later on you will be able to choose another one. Therefore, it is advisable to immediately set the right choice in order to get even more bonuses later. Since when choosing one type, another bonus may be lost if they do not fit together. For example, “Protection” (For the character to have a shield) does not qualify for the “Dual Weapon Combat” or “Two-Handed Weapon” bonus, as the second hand will be occupied by another weapon.
To increase the effectiveness of warriors, in the “Combat Style”, you can choose one of 6 types, these are “Shooting”, “Protection” (for a bonus to AC +1 unit, when wearing armor), “Duel”, “Two-handed weapons”, “ Protection “(For the character to have a shield) and “Fight with dual weapons”. Since in the future, when the character reaches the desired level, you can increase efficiency by choosing another type of “Fighting Style”. You need to try to choose the most suitable types. Where difficulties may arise when choosing the right weapon.
Fighting style “Shooting”.
Combat style “Shooting” will fit all available styles. Since during the game, when the character shoots from a long-range weapon, the opponents are far away. That is, only the bonus for the “Shooting” style will work and there will be no penalty for other styles. After the shot, the character can remove the ranged weapon. By switching to a melee weapon, the style bonus for the corresponding weapon will begin to take effect. At the same time, the “Shooting” style does not work if the character attacks with a melee weapon.
For the Shooting style, the following styles are suitable: “Protection” (for a bonus to AC +1 unit, when wearing armor), since our character will always wear armor, this is his key feature. Other styles are not suitable, as they affect the carrying of other weapons.
Fighting style “Protection” (for a bonus to AC +1 unit, while wearing armor).
This bonus will work well with all other fighting styles. Since it does not require the constant wearing of a certain type of weapon. In this case, the armor will always be worn on the character in the process of passing the game.
Fighting style “Duel”.
The Duel style is for one-handed melee weapons. When fighting with one-handed weapons, you can wear armor and shields. Therefore, the following styles are suitable for the “Duel” style: “Protection” (for a bonus to AC +1 unit, when wearing armor) and “Protection” (For the character to have a shield). In this way, you can get the maximum benefit from the use of fighting styles. Other styles require a different type of weapon to be worn and do not fit the Duel style.
Fighting style “Two-handed weapon”.
Two-handed weapons are carried in two hands and do not allow you to equip the character with shields. Because of this, only the Defense style is suitable for the Two-Handed Weapon style (+1 for AC bonus when wearing armor). This will slightly increase the effectiveness of applying styles to the character.
Fighting style “Protection” (For a character to have a shield).
“Protection” (For the presence of a shield in the character) is triggered when the character in the second hand has a shield. Suitable only for one-handed weapons that are carried in one hand, usually in the right. Several styles are suitable for these points, “Protection” (for a bonus to AC +1 unit, when wearing armor) and “Duel”. You can significantly increase the effectiveness of armor or give a bonus to one-handed weapons.
Fighting style “Fight with dual weapons.”
Designed for dual wielding, where the character is equipped with two one-handed melee weapons. To increase the effectiveness of the use of combat styles, only “Protection” is suitable (for a bonus to AC +1 unit, while wearing armor). In this case, the character gains a bonus to weapons and a bonus to defense against wearing armor.
The distribution of characteristics for the class “Warrior”, in the game Baldur Gate 3.
The main stats of the Warrior class is Strength, which allows you to carry a decent amount of items and attack with melee weapons. second most important characteristics will be “Stamina” and “Agility”. Other stats such as Intelligence, Wisdom and Charisma will not be very important when it comes to a standard warrior. That is, a game from melee weapons and sometimes ranged weapons.
“Intelligence”, “Wisdom” and “Charisma” can affect some points in the process of passing. For example, “Charisma” will help you get good prices from merchants for goods and simplify the passage a little. But “Intelligence” is needed for a particularly specialized “Warrior”, from which the subclass “Otherworldly Knight” was purchased. Since the subclass of the “Otherworldly Knight” endows the “Warrior” with spells from the “Wizard”.
Based on the main feature of the “Warrior” class, we distribute points in this way, we put 15 points into “Strength”, the rest we catch up with the race. Next, we increase “Stamina” to 15 points so that the character has better survivability. You can spend about 14 – 15 points on “Agility”, slightly increasing his mobility and the ability to shoot well with ranged weapons. The remaining characteristics, “Intelligence” and “Wisdom”, you can distribute at your discretion, they can play a role in checks. “Charisma” will give normal prices from merchants, but the bonus will not be very significant, since this is not a priority characteristic of the class.
The race for the class “Warrior”, in the game Baldur Gate 3.
When choosing a race for the Warrior class, you need to build on its key characteristic, which is called Strength. With the help of “Strength”, our “Warrior” will be good at close combat and carry a large number of things. Therefore, you need to select races that have bonuses to the “Strength” characteristic.
Race “Dwarf” with sub-race “Shield Dwarf”.
The Dwarf race is one of the best races for the Warrior class. Since you can get a good increase in the characteristics of “Strength” +2 points and “Endurance” + 2 points. As well as the ability to see at night, with the help of “Night Vision”. In addition, there will be an expanded assortment of weapons, a hatchet, a light hammer, and a war hammer. As for armor, the Warrior class can already wear different types of armor.
Race “Gityanki”.
The Githyanki race is one of the suitable races for the Warrior class due to +2 points to Strength and carrying weapons. It is possible to equip the hero with such weapons as “Two-handed weapons”, “Long sword” and “Short sword”. In addition, there are bonus points to “Intelligence” +1, which are not very necessary. The main thing is pumping “Strength”, which will make the character a little better.
Race “Half Elf”
The Half Elf race is suitable for the Warrior class, although it is not the most preferred. Since you can get additional attribute points to “Strength” + 2, at the time of distribution of points. It is also fashionable to get + 2 points to Charisma, but this parameter is not very necessary for the Warrior. In addition, there is “Night Vision”, “Natural Disguise” and “Fleet”. In the process of passing, a positive moment will reflect the ability “Night Vision”, with the help of which it will be easier to pass dark areas.
Human.
The human race is suitable for all classes, as it increases all characteristics by + 1 skill point. But, there will be no additional priorities, as it is the standard in the Baldur Gate 3 game. You can choose if you just want to play as a person. And so, not the best race for the “Warrior”. In addition, there is no Night Vision, which will make it a little difficult to play. From some point of view, the “Human” race is intended for the “Warrior” class, but for a better passage you need additional buns that other races have.
Subclasses for the Warrior class in Baldur Gate 3.
Playing as the Warrior class, choosing a subclass starts at level 3 and slightly changes the further passage. On the other hand, already at level 3 you understand that there was a small set-up. Since the stat points when the character was created were distributed with a different view of the hero. Maybe from this period of time you can start pumping another characteristic “Intelligence” or return to the beginning and immediately invest a few points in this characteristic.
Subclass “Master of battle”.
The Battlemaster subclass is designed to expand tactical options in close combat. To improve tactical actions, the “Warrior” can choose passive skills from the “Dice of Excellence”. In total, 3 of the 4 options for Dominance Dice passive skills are available, these are Threatening Attack, Pushing Attack, Support, and Counterattack. 4 pieces of “Dice of Excellence” are issued per battle, which can be spent in battle from the selected 3 passive skills. All spent dice are restored after a short rest.
– Threatening attack.
Allows you to deal an additional 1d6+2+1d8 points of piercing damage. Additionally, there is a chance that the target will receive Fright. We recommend pumping, as additional damage will not be superfluous. This will allow you to quickly defeat strong opponents.
– Push attack.
“Pushing Attack” is another skill where the character can increase the damage dealt on enemies. Additionally, there is a chance to push the enemy back 4.5 meters, which is especially useful if the enemy is standing near a cliff. Damage dealt is 1d6+2+1d8 points of piercing damage. We recommend to take it into service to speed up the battle time.
– “Support”.
“Support” is intended to increase the survivability of an ally. After casting, on a friend, he gains 8 health points. The increase is not large, however, the positive effect wins back. In some cases, it allows you to withstand one enemy attack. It is advisable to pump and use before the start of the battle or during the battle.
– “Counterattack”.
“Counterattack” is designed to retaliate against an attacking enemy. In practice, it rarely works, since opponents do not always miss, and you can use the “Counterattack” only after a miss. With a successful interaction, you can deal 1d6+2+1d8 points of piercing damage with a retaliatory attack. We do not recommend taking, due to low efficiency.
Subclass “Otherworldly Knight”.
The subclass “Otherworldly Knight” is a slightly opposite feature of the “Warrior” class, since magic from the “Wizard” and “Wizard” classes appears at the disposal. By choosing this subclass, you will have to slightly adjust the characteristics of the hero. In order to more comfortably use the available spells in the “Otherworldly Knight” subclass. In our opinion, you need to start pumping the “Intelligence” characteristic, or pump the character creation first.
Thus, the “Warrior” will have 2 main characteristics, these are “Strength” and “Intelligence”. At the beginning of the creation, you will have to think carefully, as there are 2 more important characteristics, “Stamina” and “Agility”. Most likely, when choosing the subclass “Otherworldly Knight”, the characteristic “Dexterity” will have to be replaced with “Intelligence”. If the character does not use ranged weapons, then “Agility” can not be pumped. In addition, for the place of arrows, “Warrior”, will attack with spells.
You should get “Strength” + 15 points, “Endurance” + 14 – 15 points and “Intelligence” is also at the level of 14 – 15 points. The rest of the stats, Dexterity, Wisdom, and Charisma, won’t be very important. Although, in terms of “Agility” and “Charisma” you still need to think. Perhaps it will make sense to pump “Charisma” if a friend with good “Charisma” indicators does not appear in the team.
Bonuses from the initial leveling of the “Otherworldly Knight” subclass.
Already at 3rd level, when the Revenant Knight subclass is chosen, the Warrior class gains 2 1st-level spell slots and 2 foci of choice. The spells section provides 2 lists of spells, from each list you can choose spells. From the first list, you can select 2 spells, from the second list, select 1 spell. Carefully study and choose spells, as they significantly affect the course of the battle.
Level 4 further increases the effectiveness of the Warrior Knight. Since an additional level 1 spell slot is issued, with the ability to select one spell to choose from. Provided spells from the schools of “Evocation” and “Barrier”. You can also improve the characteristics of the character and distribute 2 points between the desired characteristics. Here you need to decide what to increase, “Strength”, “Stamina” or “Intelligence”.
Conclusion on the class “Warrior”, in the game Baldur Gate 3.
It is quite possible that the Warriors class will suit beginners, thanks to the features of the tank and the simplicity of tactical battles. There shouldn’t be any complications in terms of the Battlemaster subclass. The very customization of the character is fraught with surprises if you choose the subclass “Otherworldly Knight”. First, it is important to decide on the preferred melee weapon and choose the “Fighting Style” bonuses. Then or before “Combat Style”, allocate character attribute points.
And this is where the big surprise comes in, because at the beginning it seems that the secondary important characteristics will be “Agility” and “Endurance”. At the same time, as the character develops, in the case of choosing the “Otherworldly Knight” subclass, the importance of the “Intelligence” characteristic becomes clear. Therefore, you will have to start pumping “Intelligence” or try to pick up equipment that will increase this characteristic. And with a low-level “Intelligence” there will be no effectiveness from the received spells.
