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Volpedia/Games/Baldur’s Gate 3/Combat/Action Economy
BALDUR’S GATE 3 / COMBAT

Action Economy

Turns revolve around action, bonus action, movement and reaction, with class-specific exceptions.

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Recommended approach: Check the action cost before committing; save bonus actions for mobility or a key heal.
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How it works

Turns revolve around action, bonus action, movement and reaction, with class-specific exceptions.

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Practical strategy

Check the action cost before committing; save bonus actions for mobility or a key heal.

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Mistakes to avoid

A spell or offhand attack may consume the resource you wanted for another action.

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guides · spoiler-lightCombat Action Economy Explained

Five-part, original Volpedia guide to combat action economy explained, explaining the actual Baldur’s Gate 3 mechanics, common decision points and ways to avoid unnecessary mistakes.

spells · spoiler-lightHaste

Concentration buff that changes action economy and movement.

tips · spoiler-lightKeep a reaction ready

Shield, Counterspell and opportunity attacks share reaction economy.

items · spoiler-lightPotions of Healing

Consumable health restoration with action economy implications.

combat · spoiler-lightMulticlassing

Combining classes can create powerful interactions but delays higher-level features.

combat · spoiler-lightOpportunity Attacks

Leaving enemy melee reach can invite reaction attacks.

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