Summary

• In Baldur's Gate 3, players can enhance their character builds by exploring multiclass combinations, offering greater flexibility and power.
• Larian Studios is set to introduce new subclasses, which will further enrich the gameplay experience for fans of the game.
• Notable multiclass setups include the Lockadin Staple and the God of Thunder, which provide unique and powerful thematic combinations.

With Baldur’s Gate 3 adhering to the Dungeons & Dragons ruleset, players can bring characters from their personal D&D campaigns into the world of Faerun. The game presents a thrilling challenge as players navigate a Mindflayer invasion and the threat of an Illithid parasite that could transform their characters into Mindflayers. This urgency compels players to act quickly to save the Forgotten Realms and preserve their characters' identities.

While characters in Baldur’s Gate 3 can follow a single class throughout their journey, multiclassing allows for more versatile and powerful builds. By combining different classes, players can create characters equipped with the best abilities from across the D&D spectrum, making them formidable against any adversary.

Updated on January 13, 2025, by Rhenn Taguiam: Larian Studios is set to enhance Baldur’s Gate 3 with the introduction of 12 new subclasses, promising to expand the game's already rich character customization options. As fans eagerly await these updates, there's still time to explore some of the game's existing multiclass setups. These builds will likely be impacted once new subclasses like the Swashbuckler and Oath of Conquest are introduced. Among the notable multiclass setups are the Lockadin Staple, combining Paladin and Warlock classes, and a thematic mix of Sorcerer and Cleric.

12 Lockadin Staple (Ancients Paladin 7, Fiend Warlock 5)

Enhance The Warlock’s Utility With All-Around Offense And Defense

Baldur's Gate 3 faithfully follows the D&D 5e ruleset, drawing inspiration from the tabletop RPG for some of its most powerful builds. The Lockadin Staple is a prime example, leveraging the synergy between the CHA-based Paladin and Warlock classes. The Warlock's powerful utility and limited spell slots complement the Paladin's robust offensive capabilities and utility spells.

This build enhances the Warlock's damage and utility with the Paladin's heavy armor proficiency, Divine Smite, and Extra Attack. Short-rest spell slots from the Warlock allow for frequent use of Divine Smite and effective long-range attacks with Eldritch Blast.

Here’s how players can achieve this build:

LevelClass Choice & FeaturesTotal Spells AvailableLevel 1Paladin 1: Oath of the Ancients Subclass - Divine Sense - Lay on Hands - Channel Oath: Healing Radiance- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 3Level 2Paladin 2 - Fighting Style: Great Weapon Fighting - Divine Smite- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 3 - Known Spells: 2 + CHA Mod - Spell Slots: 2 1st-LevelLevel 3Paladin 3 - Divine Health - Channel Oath: Nature’s Wrath - Channel Oath: Turn the Faithless - Oath Spells: Speak with Animals, Ensnaring Strike- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 3 - Paladin Spells: 3 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 3 1st-LevelLevel 4Paladin 4 - Choose Feat- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spells: 4 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 3 1st-LevelLevel 5Paladin 5 - Extra Attack - Oath Spells: Misty Step, Moonbeam- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-LevelLevel 6Warlock 1: The Fiend Subclass - Pact Magic - Dark One’s Blessing- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level - Warlock Spells: 2 Cantrips, 2 Spells - Warlock Spell Slots: 1 1st-LevelLevel 7Warlock 2 - Eldritch Invocation: Agonizing Blast - Eldritch Invocation: Repelling Blast- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level - Warlock Spells: 2 Cantrips, 3 Spells - Warlock Spell Slots: 2 1st-LevelLevel 8Warlock 3 - Pact Boon: Pact of the Blade - New Spell: Mirror Image- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level - Warlock Spells: 2 Cantrips, 4 Spells - Warlock Spell Slots: 2 2nd-LevelLevel 9Warlock 4 - New Cantrip: Mage Hand - New Spell: Hold Person - Choose Feat: Great Weapon Master: All In- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level - Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 5 Spells - Warlock Spell Slots: 2 2nd-LevelLevel 10Warlock 5 - Eldritch Invocation: Fiendish Vigor - Deepened Pact - New Spell: Hunger of Hadar - Replace Spell: Counterspell- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level - Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 6 Spells - Warlock Spell Slots: 2 3rd-LevelLevel 11Paladin 6 - Aura of Protection- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spells: 6 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level - Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 6 Spells - Warlock Spell Slots: 2 3rd-LevelLevel 12Paladin 7 - Aura of Warding- Channel Oath: 1 - Lay on Hands: 4 - Paladin Spells: 7 + CHA Mod - Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level - Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 6 Spells - Warlock Spell Slots: 2 3rd-Level

11 God Of Thunder (Storm Sorcerer 10, Tempest Cleric 2)

Get Stronger Sorcerer Setups With The Cleric

In Baldur's Gate 3, the presence of elemental resistances and advantages, along with thematic gear, allows players to craft symbolic builds centered around the elements. The God of Thunder build exemplifies this by merging the Storm Sorcerer's innate ferocity with the combat-focused proficiencies of the Tempest Cleric.

While a two-level dip into Cleric might seem minor, it provides crucial benefits such as heavy armor and martial weapon proficiency. The key feature, however, is Wrath of the Storm, offering a reaction that can deal 2d8 Lightning or Thunder damage on a failed DEX save, akin to a reaction-only Divine Smite with elemental flair. At 2nd level, the Tempest Cleric's Destructive Wrath can maximize thunder or lightning damage from spells, providing ample opportunities for devastating attacks with higher-level Sorcerer spells.

Here’s how players can achieve this build:

LevelClass Choice & FeaturesTotal Spells AvailableLevel 1Sorcerer 1: Storm Sorcerer Subclass - Tempestuous Magic - New Cantrips: Mage Hand, Minor Illusion, Shocking Grasp, True Strike - New Spells: Magic Missile, Thunderwave- Total Sorcery Points: - - Sorcerer Spells: 4 Cantrips, 2 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 2 1st-LevelLevel 2Sorcerer 2 - Create Spell Slot - Create Sorcery Point - Metamagic: Twinned Spell - Metamagic: Distant Spell - New Spell: Witch Bolt- Total Sorcery Points: 2 - Sorcerer Spells: 4 Cantrips, 3 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 3 1st-LevelLevel 3Cleric 1: Tempest Domain Subclass - Heavy Armour, Martial Weapons Proficiency - Spellcasting - New Cantrips: Thunderwave, Fog Cloud, Guidance - Wrath of the Storm- Total Sorcery Points: 2 - Sorcerer Spells: 4 Cantrips, 3 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 3 1st-Level - Cleric Spells: 3 Cantrips, 1 + WIS Mod - Cleric Spell Slots: 2 1st-LevelLevel 4Cleric 2 - Channel Divinity: Turn Undead - Channel Divinity: Destructive Wrath - New Cantrip: Resistance- Total Sorcery Points: 2 - Sorcerer Spells: 4 Cantrips, 3 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 3 1st-Level - Cleric Spells: 3 Cantrips, 2 + WIS Mod - Cleric Spell Slots: 3 1st-LevelLevel 5Sorcerer 3 - New Spell: Scorching Ray - Metamagic: Quickened Spell- Total Sorcery Points: 3 - Sorcerer Spells: 4 Cantrips, 4 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-LevelLevel 6Sorcerer 4 - Choose Feat: + 2 CHA (ASI) - New Cantrip: Ray of Frost - New Spell: Shatter- Total Sorcery Points: 5 - Sorcerer Spells: 5 Cantrips, 5 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-LevelLevel 7Sorcerer 5 - New Spell: Lightning Bolt- Total Sorcery Points: 5 - Sorcerer Spells: 5 Cantrips, 6 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level, 2 3rd-LevelLevel 8Sorcerer 6 - New Spell: Counterspell - Heart of the Storm, Heart of the Storm: Resistance - Learn Spells: Call Lightning, Sleet Storm, Gust of Wind, Create/Destroy Water, Thunderwave- Total Sorcery Points: 5 - Sorcerer Spells: 5 Cantrips, 7 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level, 3 3rd-LevelLevel 9Sorcerer 7 - New Spell: Ice Storm- Total Sorcery Points: 5 - Sorcerer Spells: 5 Cantrips, 8 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level, 3 3rd-Level, 1 4th-LevelLevel 10Sorcerer 8 - Choose Feat: Ability Score Increase, Charisma- Total Sorcery Points: 5 - Sorcerer Spells: 5 Cantrips, 9 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level, 3 3rd-Level, 2 4th-LevelLevel 11Sorcerer 9 - New Spell: Cone of Cold- Total Sorcery Points: 5 - Sorcerer Spells: 5 Cantrips, 10 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level, 3 3rd-Level, 3 4th-Level, 1 5th-LevelLevel 12Sorcerer 10 - Metamagic: Subtle Spell - New Spell: Wall of Stone - Cantrip: Blade Ward- Total Sorcery Points: 6 - Sorcerer Spells: 6 Cantrips, 11 Spells - Sorcerer Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level, 3 3rd-Level, 3 4th-Level, 2 5th-Level