Summary
Playing around with the different resources inBaldur’s Gate 3reveals some interesting exploits that players can use to get a leg up in the game. With so many different spells, items, and interactions, it’s understandable that players might still be discoveringnew ways to playBaldur’s Gate 3nearly a year after its full release. It wouldn’t be surprising if players continued to find more exploits for the game as time goes on.
One trick in particular can help players equip some better gear for their companions. Though this will come at the cost of some minor resources, the trade is ultimately worth it to gain certain bonuses. Even a minor bonus on amelee weapon inBaldur’s Gate 3can have a major impact, especially once players can do multiple attacks in the same turn. Having some additional buffs can be especially helpful earlier in the game, when players may still be waiting to grow into their class’ full power. It’s also just nice to speed things along on subsequent playthroughs.
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Disguise Self Allows Players To Access Different Racial Buffs
Some Items Restrict Bonuses To Certain Races
Baldur’s Gate 3players found that they can use thedisguise selfspell to give themselves certain advantages in the game. This first-level spell allows players to disguise themselves as one of the myriad fantasy races fromDungeons & Dragons. However, this disguise isn’t just for appearances.By switching a character’s race, they gain access to racial bonuseson certain items that they wouldn’t normally be able to use.
Certain items and weapons inBaldur’s Gate 3provide additional bonuses only for members of a certain race. This is commonly seen with githyanki items, as the isolationist tribe seems bent on ensuring no outsiders can use their weapons against them. Restrictions like this can be easily side-stepped with a single cast ofdisguise self. The spell lasts until the next long rest, meaning it is an easily repeatable cast, especially once players have more spell slots.
Players who own the Digital Deluxe version ofBaldur’s Gate 3can also use the item Mask of the Shapeshifter to castdisguise self, saving a spell slot.
Popular Items To Use With Disguise Self
Players Can Gain Major Bonuses With The Right Items
When looking for what items to use withdisguise self, players should look for items that provide bonuses to only specific races. For instance,Nimblefinger Gloves provides a +2 Dexterity bonusto gnomes on top of their static +1 Sleight of Hand bonus. These gloves are perfect for players who aren’t running a gogue in their party but still want to be able to pick locks or disarm traps. This base Dexterity bonus is also helpful for Stealth, and attacking with ranged or finesse weapons.
Another item that players may want to usedisguise selfwith is the Silver Sword of the Astral Plane.This sword can beacquired early in Act 1by cleverly disarming Kith’rak Voss, a powerful NPC. In general, the sword is superb, but when wielded by a githyanki, it deals an additional 1d6 Psychic damage, provides advantage on several types of saving throws, gives the player resistance to Psychic damage, and prevents them from being Charmed. Players who prefer to use Karlach over Lae’zel in their party can shapeshift Karlach into a githyanki, allowing her to access this sword’s full potential.
Cheesing item requirements like this is often worth sacrificing a level-one spell slot for the day. The Silver Sword is especially helpful earlier in the game, as players typically wouldn’t be able to access it until Act 3. Therefore, players should make sure not to dismiss any items that they don’t meet the racial requirements for. Instead, they should weigh the benefits conveyed by the item against a typical first-level spell. Most times, the item bonus will prove more useful over the course of an in-game day.
Other Helpful Gameplay Uses For Disguise Self
Players Can Bypass Other Restrictions Or Fool NPCs
Though meeting item requirements is one of the best uses fordisguise selfinBaldur’s Gate 3, there are some other handy uses for the spell.One common use is to disguise oneself as a smaller race, allowing the player to squeeze into tight holes or crevices that are usually restricted to more diminutive races. The spell also has a unique interaction with the spellspeak with dead.
Some dead NPCs will refuse to speak with the person who killed them. Players can get around this by disguising themselves before usingspeak with dead. Usingdisguise selfcan also lead to unique story moments if used at the right time. This makes it one ofBaldur’s Gate 3’s more versatile spells, and one players shouldn’t be sleeping on.
Baldur’s Gate 3
Developed and published by Larian Studios, Baldur’s Gate 3 is an upcoming role-playing game set to release in August of 2023. Players will create a character to embark on a large-scale journey and can do so solo or cooperatively with a friend. Combat is a turn-based style this time around.
