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Baldur’s Gate 3 is set in the world of the Forgotten Realms, where every choice you make will impact your gameplay. Perhaps none more so than the classes and subclasses that you choose. They influence your playstyle, combat and identity.
Each class and subclass comes with its own distinct strength and weakness, and unique set of skills, spells, and powers.
Classes and Subclasses in Baldur’s Gate 3
Classes, in simple words, are the distinct playing styles that each character possesses. The classes are further divided into subclasses that are accessible to players after gaining sufficient XP. The game contains 12 classes and 46 subclasses, spanning a number of skills, weaknesses, and strengths.
There are classes of different categories, as mentioned below.
Barbarian
Bard
Cleric
Druid
Fighter
Monk
Paladin
Ranger
Rogue
Sorcerer
Warlock
Wizard
Subclasses available in the game help you improve your gameplay as well as level up your initial class. They also help you expand your unique abilities and gain spells and skills. However, most of these subclasses are locked, and can only be availed of when you reach a certain level or gain more XP.
Following is the list of subclasses associated with each class.
Barbarian - Berserker, Wildheart, Wild Magic
Bard - Lore, Valor, Swords
Cleric - Knowledge, Life, Light, Nature, Tempest, Trickery, War
Druid - Land, Moon, Spores
Fighter - Battle Master, Eldritch Knight, Champion
Monk - Open Hand, Shadow, Four Elements
Paladin - Ancients, Devotion, Vengeance, Oathbreaker
Ranger - Hunter, Beast Master, Gloom Stalker
Rogue - Arcane Trickster, Assassin, Thief
Sorcerer - Wild Magic, Draconic Bloodline, Storm Sorcery
Warlock - Archfey, The Fiend, The Great One
Wizard - Abjuration, Conjuration, Divination, Enchantment, Evocation, Necromancy, Illusion, Transmutation
Baldur's Gate 3 will offer multiclassing right from the start. Unlike the restrictions in the tabletop Dungeons & Dragons the game is based on, this video game adaptation won't limit you based on your character's ability scores. With each level gained, you'll have the exciting opportunity to choose a level in a different class, allowing for diverse character development.
Multiclassing can add an extra layer of enjoyment, especially if you're already well-versed in the intricacies of the system. So, for seasoned players looking to explore new possibilities and create unique character combinations, multiclassing in Baldur's Gate 3 will undoubtedly provide a fun and engaging experience.
