Best Barbarian Feats in Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)
Author: Jack
Feb 23,2025
Unleash Your Inner Fury: Top 10 Barbarian Feats in Baldur's Gate 3
Dominate the battlefield in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3) with these powerhouse Barbarian feats. Barbarians are formidable damage dealers, and the right feats amplify their raw power. While Barbarian feat choices are limited, selecting wisely makes a huge difference. Let's explore the top 10 feats to bolster your raging warrior.
10. Durable
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | +1 Constitution (max 20), regain full HP after each Short Rest. |
Already tough, Barbarians become virtually unkillable with Durable. The Constitution boost is beneficial, but regaining full health on short rests is game-changing, especially on higher difficulty settings.
9. Lucky
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | 3 Luck points per Long Rest; use to gain Advantage on rolls or force enemy rerolls. |
Lucky offers versatility and power. Three luck points per long rest provide strategic advantages on attacks, ability checks, saving throws, or forcing enemy rerolls. A valuable feat for any class, including Barbarians.
8. Mage Slayer
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | Advantage on saving throws against spells cast at melee range; reaction to attack the caster; enemies hit have Disadvantage on Concentration saves. |
A Barbarian's nemesis? Enemy spellcasters. Mage Slayer counters this perfectly. Gain advantage against spells cast at close range, retaliate with a reaction attack, and hinder enemy concentration checks. Essential for neutralizing magical threats.
7. Athlete
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | +1 Strength or Dexterity (max 20); easier standing up from prone; 50% increased jump distance. |
For the agile Barbarian or those who appreciate efficient traversal, Athlete shines. The stat boost is useful, but the reduced movement cost for standing and increased jump distance enhance exploration and combat mobility.
6. Savage Attacker
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | Roll damage dice twice, keep the higher result for melee weapon attacks. |
Maximize damage output with Savage Attacker. The simplicity perfectly complements the Barbarian's brutal style. Rolling damage dice twice and selecting the highest result consistently boosts your offensive capabilities.
5. Charger
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | Charge 9m, slamming into the first enemy; avoids Opportunity Attacks. |
Embrace the Barbarian's charge with this thematic and effective feat. Cover 9 meters, impacting the first enemy encountered without triggering Opportunity Attacks. Ideal for closing the distance and initiating devastating attacks.
4. Tough
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | +2 HP per level gained (retroactive). |
Enhance survivability with Tough. Gaining 2 extra hit points per level, including retroactive application, significantly increases your health pool. A fantastic choice for maximizing durability.
3. Sentinel
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | Reaction to attack an enemy targeting an ally; Advantage on Opportunity Attacks; hit with an Opportunity Attack immobilizes the target. |
Sentinel excels at protecting allies and controlling the battlefield. React to attacks on allies, gain advantage on Opportunity Attacks, and immobilize enemies hit with an Opportunity Attack. A powerful defensive and offensive tool.
2. Polearm Master
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | Bonus action attack with the polearm's butt; Opportunity Attack when a target enters range. |
Polearms become surprisingly effective with Polearm Master. The bonus action attack and Opportunity Attack capabilities significantly increase your combat potential, especially when combined with other feats.
1. Great Weapon Master
| Unlock Level | Effect |
| 4 | Bonus action attack after a critical hit or kill; +10 damage with heavy weapons (-5 to attack rolls). |
Great Weapon Master reigns supreme for maximizing damage. The risk-reward of a -5 penalty is easily outweighed by the potential for devastating damage and additional bonus action attacks. Embrace the high-risk, high-reward strategy.
These top 10 feats empower your Barbarian in Baldur's Gate 3. While each offers significant advantages, Great Weapon Master provides exceptional early-game power. Choose wisely and dominate! For more BG3 guides, explore our resources on Elixir of Arcane Cultivation and armor dyeing. New players should also check out Destructoid's beginner's guide.
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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