Top Barbarian Feats in BG3 Revealed
If you're diving into *Baldur's Gate 3* (*BG3*) as a Barbarian, you're in for a thrilling ride. Barbarians are known for their raw power and simplicity, making them a fantastic choice for players looking to dominate the battlefield. With the right feats, your Barbarian can become an unstoppable force, perfectly embodying the class's signature rage and fury. Let's explore the top 10 Barbarian feats in *BG3* that will help you crush your foes and elevate your gameplay experience.
10 – Durable
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Your Constitution increases by 1, to a maximum of 20. |
| You regain full hit points each time you take a Short Rest. |
Barbarians are already tough to take down, but the Durable feat can make them nearly indestructible. This feat not only boosts your Constitution, enhancing your overall durability, but also allows you to recover fully during a Short Rest. This is particularly beneficial on higher difficulty levels where every hit point counts.
9 – Lucky
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | You gain 3 Luck points, which you can use to gain Advantage on Attack Rolls, Ability Checks, or Saving Throws, or to make an enemy reroll their attack. |
The Lucky feat is a versatile powerhouse, providing three Luck points per long rest that you can use to influence crucial moments in combat or exploration. Whether it's securing a critical hit or dodging a devastating spell, Lucky is invaluable for any Barbarian build in *BG3*.
8 – Mage Slayer
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When a creature casts a spell within melee range of you, you have Advantage on any Saving Throw against it, and you can use a reaction to immediately make an attack against the caster. |
| Enemies you hit have Disadvantage on Concentration Saving Throws. |
Mages can be a thorn in any Barbarian's side, but the Mage Slayer feat turns the tables. It not only gives you an edge against spells cast in close quarters but also allows you to retaliate immediately. Additionally, it disrupts enemy concentration, making it a must-have for any Barbarian looking to neutralize spellcasters.
7 – Athlete
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Your Strength or Dexterity increases by 1, to a maximum of 20. |
| When you are Prone, standing up uses significantly less movement. Your Jump distance also increases by 50%. |
The Athlete feat is perfect for Barbarians who enjoy dynamic movement and exploration. It boosts your Strength or Dexterity, making it easier to stand up from being knocked down and significantly increasing your jump distance. This feat is a great choice for those looking to enhance their Barbarian's mobility and versatility.
6 – Savage Attacker
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When making melee weapon attacks, you roll your damage dice twice and use the highest result. |
As a Barbarian, dealing massive damage is part of your identity, and Savage Attacker amplifies this. By rolling damage dice twice and taking the higher result, this feat ensures your attacks are as devastating as they should be, fitting perfectly with the Barbarian's theme of raw power.
5 – Charger
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Deal more damage: charge forward and slam your weapon into the first enemy in your way. |
| Doesn’t provoke Opportunity Attacks. |
The Charger feat embodies the Barbarian's love for charging into battle. It allows you to close the distance quickly and deal extra damage without provoking Opportunity Attacks, making it an excellent choice for any Barbarian eager to get into the thick of combat.
4 – Tough
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Your hit point maximum increases by 2 for every level you have gained. |
| Gives hit points retroactively. |
As a frontline warrior, your Barbarian needs to withstand a barrage of attacks, and the Tough feat is perfect for this. It increases your hit points by 2 per level, retroactively, making it a solid choice for enhancing your Barbarian's survivability throughout the game.
3 – Sentinel
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When an enemy within melee range attacks an ally, you can use a reaction to make a weapon attack against that enemy. Target ally must not have the Sentinel Feat. |
| You gain Advantage on Opportunity Attacks, and when you hit a creature with an Opportunity Attack, it can no longer move for the rest of its turn. |
Sentinel is a fantastic feat for Barbarians, enhancing their role as a tank. It allows you to protect your allies by punishing enemies who try to attack them, and it also improves your Opportunity Attacks, making it harder for foes to escape your wrath.
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2 – Polearm Master
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When attacking with a glaive, halberd, quarterstaff, or spear, you can use a bonus action to attack with the butt of your weapon. |
| You can also make an Opportunity Attack when a target comes within range. |
Polearm Master is a game-changer for Barbarians using reach weapons. It grants an additional attack as a bonus action and allows you to make Opportunity Attacks when enemies enter your reach, making it an excellent choice for controlling the battlefield and maximizing your damage output.
1 – Great Weapon Master
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When you land a Critical Hit or kill a target with a melee weapon attack, you can make another melee weapon attack as a bonus action that turn. |
| Attacks with Heavy melee weapons you are Proficient with can deal an additional 10 damage at the cost of a -5 Attack Roll penalty. |
Great Weapon Master is the ultimate feat for Barbarians wielding two-handed weapons. It allows you to deal massive damage at the cost of accuracy, and the ability to make additional attacks after critical hits or kills can turn the tide of battle. This feat truly captures the essence of a Barbarian's devastating power.
These are the top 10 best feats for the Barbarian class in *Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)*. Each of them is incredibly strong and useful for your Barbarian, but I’d recommend taking Great Weapon Master first for some awesome early-game power.
For more on *Baldur’s Gate 3*, check out our guides for how to make Elixir of Arcane Cultivation, as well as how to dye armor. And if you’re just starting out, watch Destructoid’s excellent beginner’s guide to *Baldur’s Gate 3*.
UPDATE: The above article was updated on 03/23/24 by Jason Coles to add new list entries and images. It was updated again on 1/27/25 by Liam Nolan to further flesh out the list and enhance readability.
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