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BALDUR’S GATE 3 / CLASSES

Bard

Charisma spellcaster and support specialist with Bardic Inspiration and dialogue strengths.

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Recommended approach: Support key checks with Inspiration and use control spells to change enemy positioning.
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How it works

Charisma spellcaster and support specialist with Bardic Inspiration and dialogue strengths.

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Practical strategy

Support key checks with Inspiration and use control spells to change enemy positioning.

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Mistakes to avoid

A Bard is not limited to healing or passive support.

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classes · spoiler-lightPaladin

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