⚔️ Baldur's Gate 3 - Class Builds

Optimal builds for every class with gear recommendations and skill setups

1. Fighter

1.1 Weapon Fighter Build

AttributePriority
Strength18 (Max)
Constitution16
Dexterity14
Wisdom10
Intelligence8
Charisma8

Recommended Race: Human / Tiefling

Core Skills

  • Action Surge: +1 attack roll
  • Weapon Master: Proficiency with all weapons
  • Riposte: Reaction attack

Weapon Progression

PhaseWeaponAcquisition
EarlyScimitarShip merchant
MidBloodthirsty ScimitarQuest reward
LateYellow/Amber BladeBoss drop

1.2 Eldritch Knight

Role: Magical warrior with spellcasting

Key Spells

  • Scorching Ray - Ranged spell attack
  • Shield - +4 AC as reaction
  • Mirror Image - Evasion

2. Wizard

2.1 Frost Mage Build

AttributePriority
Intelligence18 (Max)
Constitution16
Dexterity14

Recommended Race: High Elf

Essential Spell List

SpellLevelEffect
Cone of Cold115ft cone, cold dmg
Lightning Bolt260ft ray, 8d6 lightning
Slow3AOE slow + damage
Cloudkill520ft cloud, DoT

3. Ranger

3.1 Hunter Build

Pet Choice: Bear / Wolf

Core Abilities: Beast Master, Colossus Slayer, Hunter's Mark

Dexterity Build: DEX 18 > CON 16 > WIS 14 > others 10

Weapon Recommendations

TypeWeaponNotes
RangedLongbow +2Consistent damage
MeleeTwin SwordsOff-hand attack

4. Companion Builds

CompanionClassRoleBest Build
ShadowheartClericHealer/SupportLife Domain
AstarionRangerRanged DPSHunter
WyllWarlockAOEPact Magic
GaleWizardControlDivination
Lae'zelFighterTankChampion

5. Beginner Build Rankings

DifficultyRecommended BuildReason
Story ModeAnyNo death penalty
Battle DifficultyFighter/RangerForgiving gameplay
Honor ModeFighter+ClericStability
⚠️ Note: Build effectiveness may vary with game updates. Refer to in-game data as the authoritative source.