Definitive 100% Walkthrough · Updated Patch 7

BALDUR'S
GATE 3

Gather Your Party

Master the D&D 5e mechanics, recruit every companion, uncover hidden secrets, and navigate every branching storyline across all three Acts. Written by CRPG veterans with over 800+ combined hours.

Patch 7 Ready CRPG Turn-Based Larian Studios · 2023
Developer Larian Studios
Platform PC · PS5 · Xbox Series
Release Date August 3, 2023
Co-Op Status Up to 4 Players

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Chapter 1

Story & Lore

Your mind has been infected by a Mind Flayer parasite. Understanding the forces at play is key to choosing your alliances.

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The Illithid Threat

You have a tadpole in your brain that grants you mysterious powers but threatens to turn you into a monstrous Mind Flayer.

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The Mysterious Artifact

A strange Astral Prism carried by Shadowheart is the only thing protecting your party from total mind control.

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The Absolute

A rising cult threatens the Sword Coast, led by three enigmatic Chosens who command a terrifying army.

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Chapter 2

Classes & Combat

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Advantage & Disadvantage

Roll two D20s instead of one. High ground, hiding, and specific spells grant massive boosts to hit chance.

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Action Economy

Every turn you get Movement, an Action, and a Bonus Action. Maximizing all three is the key to dominating encounters.

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Tavern Brawler Monk

Classes: Open Hand Monk 8 / Thief Rogue 4. Focus on STR Elixirs to punch enemies into oblivion with extra bonus actions.

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Smite Swords Bard

Classes: Swords Bard 10 / Paladin 2. Combine unmatched crowd control with devastating Divine Smites.

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Ketheric Thorm (Act 2)

Free the Nightsong first. Use radiant damage to counter his undead summons and burst down the Apostle of Myrkul.

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Raphael (Act 3)

Destroy the Soul Pillars to remove his buffs. Use Globe of Invulnerability to survive his catastrophic AoE spells.

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Interactive Build Planner

Plan your character level by level. Test multiclass synergies, select spells, and map out your ability scores before starting your Honour Mode run.

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Chapter 3

The Sword Coast

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Act 1: The Wilderness
The Crash Site, Druid Grove, Goblin Camp, and the dangerous Underdark.
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Act 2: Shadow-Cursed Lands
A cursed realm of darkness, Moonrise Towers, and the Gauntlet of Shar.
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Act 3: Baldur's Gate
The sprawling metropolis of the Lower City, full of politics and final showdowns.

Key Merchants

MerchantLocationNotable Items
DammonGrove / Last Light / Lower CityFlawed Helldusk Armor, Armor of Persistence
Quartermaster TalliLast Light Inn (Act 2)Incandescent Staff, Cloak of Protection
HelsikDevil's Fee (Act 3)Spellmight Gloves, Portal to the House of Hope

Major Factions

🩸 Cult of the Absolute

Fanatics infected with tadpoles following the commands of Ketheric, Gortash, and Orin.

🦅 The Harpers

A semi-secret organization dedicated to promoting good and preserving history, led by High Harper Jaheira.

Chapter 4

Secrets & Puzzles

Puzzle Category Total Count Key Rewards
Gauntlet of Shar Trials 4 Trials Umbral Gems, Spear of Night
The Wyrmway Trials 4 Chambers Balduran's Giantslayer, Helm of Balduran
🧠 Illithid Parasite Locations 🧩 Puzzle Solutions Guide
Chapter 5

Legendary Equipment

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The Blood of Lathander

A legendary mace hidden deep within the Rosymorn Monastery. Incredible for Act 2.

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Nyrulna

A legendary trident won by outsmarting Akabi the Djinni at the Circus of the Last Days.

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Balduran's Giantslayer

Looted from Ansur the Dragon. Doubles your Strength modifier to damage rolls.

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Helldusk Armor

Dropped by Raphael in the House of Hope. Grants heavy armor proficiency automatically and burns attackers.

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Markoheshkir

The ultimate spellcaster staff, found behind a magical barrier in Sorcerous Sundries.

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Gontr Mael

A legendary longbow dropped by the Steel Watch Titan. Casts Guiding Bolt on hit.

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Chapter 6

Alchemy & Camp

Elixir / PotionIngredientsEffect
Elixir of Hill Giant StrengthHill Giant FingernailIncreases Strength to 21 until a Long Rest. Essential for Martial classes.
Potion of SpeedHyena EarGrants Haste for 3 turns (+2 AC, Advantage on DEX saves, extra Action).
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Chapter 7

Main Quest Walkthrough

Select a chapter below for a meticulous, step-by-step guide including optimal quest orders and major decisions.

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Prologue: The Nautiloid

Escape the Mind Flayer ship, rescue Shadowheart, and secure the Everburn Blade.

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Act 1: The Druid Grove & Goblins

Decide the fate of the tiefling refugees. Defeat the Goblin Camp leaders or join Minthara.

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Act 1: Underdark & Grymforge

Navigate the deadly mushroom forests, resolve the Myconid conflict, and forge Adamantine gear.

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Act 1: The Mountain Pass & Creche

Visit the Rosymorn Monastery, confront the Githyanki Inquisitor, and secure the Blood of Lathander.

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Act 2: Shadow-Cursed Lands

Survive the darkness, defend the Last Light Inn, and infiltrate Moonrise Towers.

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Act 2: The Gauntlet of Shar

Complete Shar's trials, find the Nightsong, and face Ketheric Thorm in an epic showdown.

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Act 3: Rivington & Wyrm's Rock

Arrive at the outskirts of the city. Solve the Open Hand Temple murders and attend Gortash's coronation.

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Act 3: The Lower City

Take down Orin, raid the House of Hope, and gather allies for the final confrontation.

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The Final Battle & Epilogue

Assault the Netherbrain, choose the fate of Faerûn, and reunite at Withers' party.
Chapter 8

Companions & Extras

Deep dives into approvals, romance options, and maximizing your playthrough.

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Trophy / 100% Guide

The ultimate roadmap to Platinum. Tips for Honour Mode and the hardest achievements.

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Romance & Approvals

How to romance Astarion, Shadowheart, Karlach, and the rest. Complete approval guides.

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Cosmetics & Dyes

Camp clothing locations and a gallery of how all armors look with different dyes.

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FAQ & Common Questions

Stuck on a mechanic? Find quick answers about Multiclassing, Respec, and Karma Dice.
Chapter 9

Interactive Tools

Exclusive tools built by the GuideVault team to enhance your BG3 experience.

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Approval Tracker

An interactive dashboard to track what every companion likes and dislikes mathematically.

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Dice Roll Calculator

Calculate your exact success probability for any skill check using D&D 5e math.

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NPC Quest Timeline

A visual flowchart mapping out every companion's story arc and critical decision branches.

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Honour Mode Checklist

The definitive step-by-step checklist to survive the game's hardest difficulty mode.
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