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Volpedia/Games/Baldur’s Gate 3/Combat/Sneak Attack Rules
BALDUR’S GATE 3 / COMBAT

Sneak Attack Rules

Rogue attacks deal extra damage when their qualifying conditions are satisfied.

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Recommended approach: Set up advantage or an adjacent ally and plan a safe retreat.
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How it works

Rogue attacks deal extra damage when their qualifying conditions are satisfied.

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Practical strategy

Set up advantage or an adjacent ally and plan a safe retreat.

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Mistakes to avoid

Sneak Attack is not a guaranteed bonus on every dagger attack.

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combat · spoiler-lightArmor Class

AC helps determine whether weapon attacks hit.

combat · spoiler-lightAttack Rolls and Saving Throws

Different attacks resolve against Armor Class or trigger specific saving throws.

combat · spoiler-lightOpportunity Attacks

Leaving enemy melee reach can invite reaction attacks.

subclasses · spoiler-lightArcane Archer

Patch 8 Fighter subclass mixing ranged attacks with arcane shot options.

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