Unleash your inner fury in *Baldur's Gate 3* (BG3) with these top-tier Barbarian feats! Barbarians are a powerhouse class, and choosing the right feats can significantly amplify their already impressive damage output and survivability. While Barbarians have fewer feat choices than some other classes, selecting the right ones makes a huge difference. Let's explore the best Barbarian feats to dominate the battlefield.
Top 10 Best Barbarian Feats in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3)
Barbarians are naturally straightforward: deal massive damage and survive brutal encounters. These feats enhance those strengths.
10 – Durable
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | +1 Constitution (max 20). Regain full hit points after each short rest. |
Already tough? Durable makes you practically unkillable. The Constitution boost is always welcome, but regaining full health on short rests is game-changing, especially on higher difficulty settings.
9 – Lucky
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Gain 3 luck points per long rest. Spend these to gain advantage on attack rolls, ability checks, saving throws, or force enemy attack rerolls. |
Three luck points per long rest provide incredible flexibility. Use them defensively or offensively—a valuable asset for any Barbarian build.
8 – Mage Slayer
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Advantage on saving throws against spells cast in melee range. Reaction to attack the caster. Enemies hit have disadvantage on Concentration saving throws. |
A Barbarian's nemesis? Spellcasters. Mage Slayer counters this perfectly. Gain advantage against spells, retaliate with a reaction attack, and cripple enemy concentration—a must-have against magical threats.
7 – Athlete
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | +1 Strength or Dexterity (max 20). Easier standing up from prone. 50% increased jump distance. |
Improved mobility and a stat boost? Athlete enhances exploration and combat. Easily overcome obstacles and cover ground quickly, maximizing your Barbarian's effectiveness.
6 – Savage Attacker
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Roll damage dice twice, keeping the highest result for melee weapon attacks. |
Raw damage is a Barbarian's bread and butter. Savage Attacker amplifies this, ensuring every hit packs a significant punch. Simple, brutal, and effective.
5 – Charger
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Charge 9m, slamming into the first enemy. No Opportunity Attacks provoked. |
Charge into battle with devastating force! Close the distance quickly, hit hard, and avoid retaliatory attacks. Perfect for aggressive Barbarian playstyles.
4 – Tough
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | +2 hit points per level gained (retroactive). |
More hit points equal more survivability. Tough significantly increases your Barbarian's health pool, making them even more resilient in the face of danger.
3 – Sentinel
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Reaction to attack an enemy targeting an ally. Advantage on Opportunity Attacks. Hitting with an Opportunity Attack prevents enemy movement. |
Turn your Barbarian into an unyielding bulwark. Sentinel punishes enemies for attacking allies, locking down foes and protecting your party.
2 – Polearm Master
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Bonus action attack with the polearm's butt. Opportunity Attacks when a target enters range. |
Extend your reach and deal extra damage with polearms. The extra attack and Opportunity Attacks make this a fantastic choice for controlling the battlefield.
1 – Great Weapon Master
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Bonus action attack after a critical hit or kill. +10 damage with heavy melee weapons (-5 to attack rolls). |
Unleash devastating blows with Great Weapon Master. The risk-reward balance is perfect for a Barbarian, rewarding aggressive play with massive damage potential.
These are the top 10 Barbarian feats for *Baldur's Gate 3*. While each offers unique advantages, Great Weapon Master provides incredible early-game power. Choose wisely, and conquer the world!
For more *Baldur's Gate 3* guides, check out our articles on Elixir of Arcane Cultivation and armor dyeing. New to the game? Destructoid's beginner's guide is a great resource.
UPDATE: This article was updated on 03/23/24 by Jason Coles and again on 1/27/25 by Liam Nolan.
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