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{{Hatnote|For a list of spells available to the Cleric, see: [[List of Cleric spells]].}} | {{Hatnote|For a list of spells available to the Cleric, see: [[List of Cleric spells]].}} | ||
: You may swap your prepared spells at any time while out of combat, but can only have a certain number of spells prepared at a time. The spells must be of a level for which you have spell slots. | : You may swap your prepared spells at any time while out of combat, but can only have a certain number of spells prepared at a time. The spells must be of a level for which you have spell slots. | ||
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===Starting [[Proficiency|Proficiencies]]=== | ===Starting [[Proficiency|Proficiencies]]=== | ||
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:: You gain two level 1 spell slots. | :: You gain two level 1 spell slots. | ||
:; {{SpellSlot|cantrip}} Cantrips known: 3 | :; {{SpellSlot|cantrip}} Cantrips known: 3 | ||
:: Choose 3 cantrips from the [[List of Cleric spells|Cleric Spell List]]. | :: Choose 3 cantrips from the [[List of Cleric spells|Cleric Spell List]]. | ||
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:: Choose 1 cantrip from the [[List of Cleric spells|Cleric Spell List]]. | :: Choose 1 cantrip from the [[List of Cleric spells|Cleric Spell List]]. | ||
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== Notable clerics == | == Notable clerics == |
Latest revision as of 03:27, 22 January 2025
Cleric is a character Class in Baldur's Gate 3.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Clerics worship and enact their deities' will to the world, for better or worse. They channel the power of their faith to cast Spells. Clerics use Wisdom as their primary ability score.
Subclasses[edit | edit source]
The Cleric Subclasses, or Domains, are:
Class Progression[edit | edit source]
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Level | Proficiency Bonus | Features | Subclass | Channel Divinity Charges | Cantrips Known | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th |
1st | +2 | Spellcasting | - | 3 | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | |
2nd | 1 | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | ||||
3rd | - | 4 | 2 | - | - | - | - | ||||
4th | - | 4 | 4 | 3 | - | - | - | - | |||
5th | +3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | - | - | - | ||||
6th | - | 2 | 4 | 3 | 3 | - | - | - | |||
7th | - | 4 | 3 | 3 | 1 | - | - | ||||
8th | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | - | - | |||||
9th | +4 | - | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | - | |||
10th | - | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | - | |||
11th | - | - | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |||
12th | - | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Note: Proficiency bonus is based on character level, not class level. It is included in the table for convenience.
Class information[edit | edit source]
Attributes[edit | edit source]

- Hit points
- At level 1: 8 + modifier
- On level up: 5 + modifier
- Key abilities
- for Spells
- for Hit Points and Concentration checks
- for Armour Class.
- Spellcasting ability
Prepared spells
- You may swap your prepared spells at any time while out of combat, but can only have a certain number of spells prepared at a time. The spells must be of a level for which you have spell slots.
- Number of prepared spells
- = Cleric level + modifier (Minimum of 1 spell.)
Starting Proficiencies[edit | edit source]
- Saving throw proficiencies
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- Equipment proficiencies
- Simple weapons, ,
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- Skill proficiencies (Choose 2)
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- You receive a bonus to every skill that you are proficient in. At character level 1, this proficiency bonus is +2.
- Starting equipment
- Mace, Chain Shirt, Studded Shield, Leather Boots
Multiclass Proficiencies[edit | edit source]
- Equipment proficiencies
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- Skill proficiencies (Choose 2[1])
- Same list as Starting Proficiencies
Level progression[edit | edit source]
Through experience, you acquire new power. You gain the following traits.
Level 1
- Select Deity
A Cleric's choice of deity provides access to some unique conversation options throughout the game. Some Cleric spells have visual effects that incorporate the chosen deity's symbol.
Note that choice of deity is restricted by the race and subrace of the cleric. Only Githyanki have the option to choose Vlaakith as a deity, only Duergar have the option to choose Laduguer as a deity, Lolth-Sworn Drow may only choose Lolth as a deity, and Seldarine Drow cannot choose Lolth as a deity.

- Spellcasting
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- Level 1 spell slots unlocked: 2
- You gain two level 1 spell slots.
- Cantrips known: 3
- Choose 3 cantrips from the Cleric Spell List.

- New cantrips available

- New 1st level spells

Select a subclass (Domain)[edit | edit source]
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- Domain Spells are always prepared.
Level 2
- Channel Divinity Charges: 1
- You gain the ability to channel divine energy, starting with two effects: Turn Undead and an effect determined by your domain. Replenished by Short or Long Rest.

- Spellcasting
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- Level 1 spell slots unlocked: 3
- You gain an additional level 1 spell slot.

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- Channel Divinity action
- As an action, present your holy symbol and cause undead creatures to flee.

Subclass feature[edit | edit source]
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Level 3
- Spellcasting
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- Level 1 spell slots unlocked: 4
- You gain an additional level 1 spell slot.
- Level 2 spell slots unlocked: 2
- You gain two level 2 spell slots.

- New 2nd level spells

Subclass feature - Domain Spells:[edit | edit source]
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Level 4
- Choose a Feat.

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- Level 2 spell slots unlocked: 3
- You gain an additional level 2 spell slot.
- Cantrips known: 4
- Choose 1 cantrip from the Cleric Spell List.
Level 5
- When you successfully an Undead creature, it also takes 4d6Radiant damage.

- Spellcasting

- New 3rd level spells

Subclass feature - Domain Spells:[edit | edit source]
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Level 6

- Spellcasting
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- Level 3 spell slot unlocked: 3
- You gain one level 3 spell slot.

Subclass features[edit | edit source]
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Level 7
- Spellcasting
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- Level 4 spell slot unlocked: 1
- You gain one level 4 spell slot.
Prepared spells
- Choose a number of prepared spells = 7 (Cleric level) + modifier (Minimum of 1 spell)

- New 4th level spells

Subclass feature - Domain Spells:[edit | edit source]
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Level 8
- Choose a Feat.

- Spellcasting
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- Level 4 spell slot unlocked: 2
- You gain an additional level 4 spell slot.
Prepared spells
- Choose a number of prepared spells = 8 (Cleric level) + modifier (Minimum of 1 spell)
Subclass features[edit | edit source]
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- Divine Strike deals 1d8 of a specified element upon a weapon strike, while Potent Spellcasting adds the Wisdom Modifier to Cleric Cantrip damage.
Level 9
- Spellcasting
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- Level 4 spell slot unlocked: 3
- You gain an additional level 4 spell slot.
- Level 5 spell slot unlocked: 1
- You gain a level 5 spell slot.

- New 5th level spells

Subclass feature - Domain Spells:[edit | edit source]
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Level 10
- Once per Character. Invoke your God's aid.
- 8d10Radiant damage to a group of enemies.
- Grants you a legendary weapon.
- Resurrect fallen Companions with half health and restore nearby allies as if they had Long Rested.
- Provides a rich bounty of Potions and Camp Supplies.

- Spellcasting
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- Level 5 spell slot unlocked: 2
- You gain an additional level 5 spell slot.
- Cantrips known: 5
- Choose 1 cantrip from the Cleric Spell List.
Level 11
- Spellcasting
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- Level 6 spell slot unlocked: 1
- You gain one Level 6 spell slot.

- New 6th level spells
Level 12
- Choose a Feat.

- Spellcasting
Prepared spells
- Choose a number of spells = 12 (Cleric Level) + Modifier (Minimum of 1 spell)
Notable clerics[edit | edit source]
See also[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
- Cleric on the Forgotten Realms Wiki