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Top Barbarian Feats for BG3 Revealed

Mar 30,25(12 months ago)
Top Barbarian Feats for BG3 Revealed

In *Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)*, Barbarian feats can significantly enhance your character's combat prowess and survivability, turning you into a formidable force on the battlefield. As a Barbarian, you embody raw strength and fury, and the right feats can amplify this to help you dominate your foes. Let's dive into the top 10 Barbarian feats that will make you an unstoppable juggernaut in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

10 – Durable

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Durable feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4Your 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 makes you even more resilient. This feat not only boosts your Constitution by 1, but also allows you to fully recover your hit points during a Short Rest. This can be a game-changer on higher difficulties, making it an excellent choice for any Barbarian build in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

9 – Lucky

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Lucky feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4You 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 provides three Luck points per long rest, allowing you to manipulate fate in your favor. Use these points to gain Advantage on your rolls or force enemies to reroll their attacks. This versatile feat is a powerful addition to any Barbarian build in *Baldur’s Gate 3*, offering flexibility and strength in crucial moments.

8 – Mage Slayer

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Mage Slayer feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4When 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.

If there's one thing a Barbarian despises, it's enemy mages. The Mage Slayer feat is tailor-made for dealing with them. Not only do you gain Advantage on saving throws against spells cast within melee range, but you can also counterattack the caster. Additionally, your hits disrupt their concentration, making this an invaluable feat for any Barbarian looking to neutralize spellcasters in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

7 – Athlete

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Athlete feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4Your 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 find themselves knocked down often or love to leap across the battlefield. It increases your Strength or Dexterity by 1 and reduces the movement cost of standing up from being prone. Plus, it boosts your jump distance by 50%, making it a fantastic choice for both combat and exploration in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

6 – Savage Attacker

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Savage Attacker feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4When making melee weapon attacks, you roll your damage dice twice and use the highest result.

As a Barbarian, dealing massive damage is your forte, and Savage Attacker enhances this aspect of your gameplay. With this feat, you roll your damage dice twice and take the higher result, ensuring your attacks pack a punch worthy of your class's reputation in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

5 – Charger

An image showing the Charger feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4Deal more damage: charge forward and slam your weapon into the first enemy in your way.
Doesn’t provoke Opportunity Attacks.

Embrace the thematic essence of a Barbarian with the Charger feat. This allows you to charge up to 9m and strike the first enemy in your path without provoking Opportunity Attacks. It's a perfect fit for Barbarians who thrive on closing the distance and unleashing fury in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

4 – Tough

An image showing the Tough feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4Your hit point maximum increases by 2 for every level you have gained.
Gives hit points retroactively.

As a front-line warrior, your Barbarian needs to withstand heavy hits. The Tough feat adds 2 extra hit points per level, retroactively, making it an excellent choice for boosting your survivability in *Baldur’s Gate 3*. This feat is particularly useful at any stage of the game, but taking it early can give you a significant edge.

3 – Sentinel

An image showing the Sentinel feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

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Available at Level 4When 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.

The Sentinel feat enhances your Barbarian's role as a tank. It allows you to strike enemies attacking your allies and gives you Advantage on Opportunity Attacks. Moreover, hitting an enemy with an Opportunity Attack stops them in their tracks, making it an essential choice for controlling the battlefield in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

RELATED: Best Races and Ability Scores for Barbarian in Baldur’s Gate 3

2 – Polearm Master

BG3 polearm master

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Available at Level 4When 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.

Polearms may not be the typical Barbarian weapon, but the Polearm Master feat makes them incredibly effective. It grants an additional attack as a bonus action and allows you to make Opportunity Attacks when enemies approach. Combined with feats like Sentinel, this makes you a formidable defender in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

1 – Great Weapon Master

BG3 great weapon master

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Available at Level 4When 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 who wield two-handed weapons. It allows you to take an additional attack as a bonus action on a critical hit or kill, and you can deal an extra 10 damage at the cost of a -5 penalty to hit. This feat embodies the Barbarian's raw power, making it a top choice for dealing devastating blows in *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

These top 10 Barbarian feats in *Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)* are designed to maximize your character's potential, whether you're focusing on dealing damage, surviving longer, or controlling the battlefield. For the best early-game impact, consider starting with Great Weapon Master to unleash the full fury of your Barbarian.

For more insights into *Baldur’s Gate 3*, explore our guides on crafting the Elixir of Arcane Cultivation and dyeing armor. And if you're new to the game, don't miss Destructoid’s comprehensive beginner's guide to *Baldur’s Gate 3*.

UPDATE: This article was updated on 03/23/24 by Jason Coles to include new list entries and images. It was further refined on 1/27/25 by Liam Nolan to enhance readability and provide more detailed information.

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