The most unpopular class in the plot might be one of the strongest ones .
Of the twelve classes found in Baldur ’s Gate 3 , the Cleric might be the most versatile of all . Their ability to switch their whole list of spell in between fights makes them capable to heal , ascendency crowds , or serve up out gross ton of damage ( depend on the chosen loadout ) , while their medium armour and shell technique makes them able to tank and engage dangerous opposition in melee combat . But with so many options , what is the adept way to build a Cleric in BG3 ?
Best Cleric deities in Baldur’s Gate 3
Since the magic ability of a Cleric depend on which deity they process , the first major choice we have to make is our demesne . This track will fix the type of theatrical role your Cleric will play in the political party and will determine where you need to put your attribute points .
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Best Cleric skills and attributes in BG3
When it come to the parceling of your attribute point , Wisdomis going to be the priority for every Cleric ; this is their spellcasting ability and will also make them perceptive and insightful for dialog purposes .
For the other attributes , it look on which orbit you chose or what style of play you want . I chose to play a Tempest Domain Cleric , and I would like to fight in melee and wear Heavy Armor . Hence , I put more points inStrengthrather than inDexterity ; Strength permit me to hit more systematically with Morningstars and Warhammers , and manual dexterity would be nullified by the armour anyways .
If instead of using Heavy Armor , you would care to play a ranged Cleric , a few points inDexteritycan better your AC and allow you to save against Area Of Effect spells such as Burning Hands or Faerie Fire . Just remember if you are going to be using medium armor , go above +2 in this property would n’t be of much use .
Next , we postulate to invest inConstitutionto better our prospect of follow Concentration check and boosting our overall HP . I even take the War Caster exploit at level 4 to gain advantage on Concentration checks .
Finally , Charisma and Intelligence are not useful attributes for this course of instruction , so you may coldcock them to 8 ( -1 ) . However , there is an disceptation to be made when the Cleric is your chief persona , that some Charisma could be useful in sure dialogues .
For my Tempest Cleric build , the dimension look like this :
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Bonus Tip : by and by in the game , I used the Potion of Everlasting Vigour ( found in Act 2 ) to for good increase my Cleric ’s Strength by 2 ( +1 ) ; that redundant peak not only made me in force at saving throws but also allowed me to increase the hit rate luck and deal a little special damage .
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Best backgrounds for Cleric in BG3
The background permit you to take two more acquirement proficiencies for your character . The Cleric category already do you opt two from History , Insight , Medicine , Persuasion , and Religion . So , unless you have a finical backstory in thinker , I generally choose the background to complement the skill from the social class .
For my first Cleric playthrough , I take the background Acolyte to get the Insight and Religion proficiencies , which are both Wisdom - based and simplified my Cleric skills selection to Insight and Persuasion . Ultimately , it look on what type of character you want to play and what approach you will take on the game ’s alternative .
Best races for Cleric in BG3
In Baldur ’s Gate 3 , any race deed over a +2 growth in one ability and a +1 in another , with no restriction at all . Therefore , the choice of race does not reckon on the attributes but on the racial features or benefit they can render .
Best Cleric cantrips in Baldur’s Gate 3
Below are the best cantrips you could use for your cleric :
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Level progression for Clerics in BG3
Here is my progression for the Tempest Domain Cleric . The list of fain spell is n’t really important since you may exchange them in between combat . I made a list of recommend spells , but palpate free to change it grant to the mathematical function locations and your preferred playstyle .
BG3 Best Cleric multiclass builds
Baldur ’s Gate 3 allows thespian to multiclass without any restriction , countenance for alien combinations of classes , degree , and skills . However , in many cases , this will run to a MAD character ( not in the sense of harebrained , but Multi Ability Dependant ) who is competent at many thing but passe-partout at none . There are three popular multiclass options for the Cleric , and as I went over them all , I analyzed their viability .
Cleric Druid multiclass
Clerics andDruidsare both spellcasting class that use Wisdom as a principal attribute . This think you wo n’t have to stretch thin by investing in too many attributes , and you may pore on Wisdom , Dexterity , and Constitution as your chief three .
Despite Clerics and Druids sharing many spells from their list , Clerics can gain from a 2 - level dip into Druid to grab the Wild Shape choice . The true broken multiclass is the other way around : a Circle of Spore Druid focused on summoning magic with a dip of 2 levels in Cleric to heal and buffet their minions .
Cleric Ranger multiclass
TheRangeris another class that uses Wisdom as their primary cast ability . Mixing the Cleric with this class grant access to Extra Attacks once you get Ranger level 5 while also enter the spell Hunter ’s Mark and possibly an animal comrade .
Cleric Monk multiclass
Despite Cleric andMonkseeming to be a good combination of classes since they both prioritise Wisdom of Solomon and Dexterity , this is one of the cases where the multiclass may not be ideal . It is worth considering the instance because , at first sight , it seems legitimate . But nothing the Monk does is really improved by have levels in Cleric . In fact , it only takes off the theory of have more Ki item . The same find the other way around , with the Cleric not being able to evoke much from the unarmed fight and unarmed defense of the Monk .
Overall , the Cleric is a solid class on its own , and even though multiclasses can be fun , it is toilsome to gravel the power of a full Cleric .
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