In Baldur’s Gate 3, the Bard stands out and provides for a particularly entertaining run. Many players rave about this class. MeinMMO reveals to you what makes the Bard so special.
What makes the Bard so special? The Bard distinguishes itself from other classes in Baldur’s Gate 3. Bards are known for their charming and entertaining nature. They are versatile, can deal a lot of damage, and most importantly, can also do one thing: support their team. A characteristic of the class is Bardic Inspiration,
an ability with which they can empower their allies with special advantages. Overall, the Bard can be labeled as a jack of all trades
and is counted among the best classes in the game.
Always ready for a nasty remark: As a Bard, you also have a cantrip called Sneering Taunt
, which makes your run entertaining by itself. Because every time you use the cantrip, you throw out nasty comments and creative insults.
Especially good in conversations: Thanks to the significant advantages that Bards receive on Charisma-based rolls, they are also perfectly suited to lead dialogues. Bards are masterful storytellers, which is shown in the unique dialogue options available in the game – exciting many players.
Spoiler: The article spoils about dialogues and options that the Bard has.
Just for the dialogue, it’s worth playing a Bard
What do the players say? Players who play the Bard in Baldur’s Gate 3 rave on Reddit especially about the captivating dialogues that this class offers.
A player shares on Reddit that he previously played a rogue whose dialogue options were rather serious
. He started a new run as a Bard. Unlike the rogue, he finds his Bard character’s dialogues refreshingly funny
. It’s worth playing a Bard just for the dialogue
.
In the Reddit thread, personal highlights from Bard players were shared, including the following:
- You can convince the fish people, the Kuo-Toa, that you are the true BOOAL. That is, the revered god of the Kuo-Toa. The dialogue about this is said to be extremely funny.
- As a Bard, you can sing a duet with Alfira when you meet her and also at the Tiefling party.
- You can sing along with the Myconids in the Underdark.
- Bards insult Nere in particularly nasty ways in the first act.
- The Dark Urge run as a Bard is said by players on Reddit to be very worthwhile. One writes:
That was my second run and it’s still my favorite run
. - As a Bard, you can even defeat one of the toughest opponents with a joke in Act 1.
- And much more.
All in all, it is exactly such moments and experiences that make the Bard in Baldur’s Gate 3 one of the most popular classes. So if you are eager to experience the unique dialogues, humorous interactions, and versatile capabilities of the Bard, it might be worth starting a new save.
Or to start a second run after your first one. It might even be worth considering respecing to Bard midway through the run with Withers.
What do you think? Have you played a Bard yet? What moment did you celebrate? Feel free to tell us in the comments.
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