Baldur’s Gate 3 is jam-packed with meaningful player choices and copious amounts of decision-making. One of the earliest things players are asked to do is to pick a class for their hero to embody. While this isn’t a permanent choice, it is one that will impact your gameplay quite drastically. The Paladin is one such class.
Paladins are one of the most popular classes in Baldur’s Gate 3 and for good reason. These are the righteous paragons, staunch defenders, and oath-bearing leaders of any party. Failing that, they are disgraced Oathbreakers who have their own funky quirks. This guide is going to walk you through how to play the Paladin so you can smite your foes with reckless abandon.
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Paladins are holy warriors capable of incredible feats of strength, endurance, and faith. They are incredibly powerful melee threats with access to some brutal abilities that elevate them high above their Fighter cousins.
They have mastered the art of combat and come clad in the best weapons and armour. Not only that but while they are experts at slaying the unnatural, they are just as good at clobbering your regular Joe should they step out of line (and in your way).
Outside of combat, they are keen negotiators, making them charismatic leaders worthy of the coveted ‘first slot’. Paladins are also one of the most roleplay-intensive characters, as their Oath system forces them to go out of their way to maintain not only their religious standing but all of their powers.
One of the most unique mechanics in Baldur’s Gate 3 is the Oath mechanic for Paladins. Unlike almost every other
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