{"id":253007,"date":"2023-08-08T10:14:28","date_gmt":"2023-08-08T14:14:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gamertweak.com\/?p=253007"},"modified":"2023-08-08T10:14:28","modified_gmt":"2023-08-08T14:14:28","slug":"paladin-build-bg3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gamertweak.com\/paladin-build-bg3\/","title":{"rendered":"Baldur’s Gate 3: Best Paladin Class Build"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Paladin<\/strong> is one of the most popular complex classes in Baldur’s Gate 3. As a warrior devoted to an Oath<\/strong><\/a>, your choices in and out of combat can have significant consequences. When playing a Paladin, consider which Oath best fits your character’s motivations and personality, as this will determine your abilities. With the proper Oath and build in BG3, the Paladin makes for a powerful frontline fighter and tank.<\/p>\n

Best Baldur’s Gate 3 Paladin Build (Subclass, Race, Background, Weapon)<\/h2>\n

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Best Race: Half-Orc<\/h3>\n

With their strength and constitution, Half-Orc make excellent frontline Paladin. Its Relentless Endurance<\/strong> racial trait allows it to bounce back from the brink of death, making it very durable. Savage Attacks<\/strong> gives half-orc melee characters the potential to deal devastating critical hit damage. Focus on Strength and Constitution when determining ability scores to maximize these racial traits.<\/p>\n

Best Background: Soldier<\/h3>\n

Soldiers are proficient in Athletics<\/strong> and Intimidation<\/strong> and start with chain mail, a shield, a longsword, a light crossbow with bolts, and other equipment suited for the battlefield. The key Soldier feature is Battlefield Tactics<\/strong>, which grants a +1 bonus to AC when fighting in rugged terrain.<\/p>\n

When seeking inspiration, Soldiers may aim to achieve goals like slaying five enemies in one battle<\/a><\/strong> (Pentacrush), persuading allies to hold their ground (Stalwart Heart), following orders even in dire situations (Chain of Command), or defeating dangerous invading forces (Conquer the Conquerors).<\/p>\n

Best Subclass: Oath of Vengeance<\/h3>\n

Paladins who take the Oath of Vengeance<\/strong> gain powerful abilities to hunt down their foes. At 3rd level, they can channel their divine power to either Abjure Enemy or take a Vow of Enmity. Abjure Enemy allows the Paladin to terrify a creature within 30 feet, potentially reducing their speed to 0 if they fail a Wisdom saving throw.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Oath of Vengeance gains the Avenging Angel<\/strong> ability at the 7th level. This allows them to move up to half their speed when making an opportunity attack without provoking opportunity attacks themselves.<\/p>\n

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Best Weapon: Everburn Blade<\/h3>\n

The Everburn Blade<\/strong> deals 6-19 slashing damage plus an extra 1d4 fire damage on each hit. With the Finesse property, Dexterity-focused characters can wield this uncommon rarity weapon effectively. Weighing just 2.7 pounds, the Everburn Blade is ideal for close-quarters combat.<\/p>\n

While its fire damage gives it an edge against certain foes, it will eventually become outclassed by other weapons. At 240 GP, it packs a fiery punch that can carry you through the early levels.<\/p>\n

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