The best Barbarian feats in *Baldur's Gate 3* (*BG3*) can transform you into an unstoppable force on the battlefield, fueled by sheer rage and raw power. Barbarians are a thrilling class to master in *Baldur's Gate 3*, offering a straightforward playstyle that excels in dealing damage and scaling effectively with the right feats. Although Barbarians may not have as many feat options as some other classes, selecting the right ones can significantly enhance your gameplay. Let's explore the top 10 Barbarian feats that you should consider as you progress through *Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3)*.
10 – Durable
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Your 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 them even more resilient. This feat not only boosts your Constitution by 1, which is always beneficial, but also allows you to fully recover your health during a Short Rest. This can be a game-changer on higher difficulties, making Durable an excellent choice for any Barbarian build in *Baldur's Gate 3*.
9 – Lucky
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | You 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 you with three luck points to use per long rest, offering flexibility and power. You can use these points to gain Advantage on your own rolls or force an enemy to reroll their attack. This versatility makes Lucky a strong choice for any class in *Baldur's Gate 3*, including Barbarians, regardless of your build.
8 – Mage Slayer
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When 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 Barbarians despise, it's enemy mages. The Mage Slayer feat is perfect for dealing with them. It grants you Advantage on Saving Throws against spells cast within melee range and allows you to counterattack the caster immediately. Additionally, hitting an enemy gives them Disadvantage on Concentration Saving Throws. This feat is a must-have for any Barbarian build in *Baldur's Gate 3*, as it effectively neutralizes casters.
7 – Athlete
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Your 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%. |
If you often find yourself knocked down or enjoy leaping across the battlefield, the Athlete feat is ideal. It increases your Strength or Dexterity by 1 and makes standing up from being Prone easier, while also boosting your Jump distance by 50%. This feat is excellent for exploration and multiclassing, making it a valuable addition to any Barbarian in *Baldur's Gate 3*.
6 – Savage Attacker
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When 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 the Savage Attacker feat enhances this aspect. It allows you to roll your damage dice twice and take the higher result, ensuring your attacks remain impactful and true to the Barbarian's fierce nature. This feat is a straightforward yet powerful choice for any Barbarian build in *Baldur's Gate 3*.
5 – Charger
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Deal more damage: charge forward and slam your weapon into the first enemy in your way. |
| Doesn’t provoke Opportunity Attacks. |
Charging into battle is a quintessential Barbarian move, and the Charger feat embodies this perfectly. It allows you to charge up to 9 meters and strike the first enemy you encounter without provoking Opportunity Attacks. This feat is thematic and highly useful for quickly closing the distance to your foes in *Baldur's Gate 3*.
4 – Tough
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | Your hit point maximum increases by 2 for every level you have gained. |
| Gives hit points retroactively. |
As a frontline damage dealer, your Barbarian needs to withstand significant punishment. The Tough feat is perfect for this, increasing your hit point maximum by 2 per level, which applies retroactively. At the current level cap of 12, this is equivalent to a few extra points of Constitution. It's an excellent choice for any Barbarian build in *Baldur's Gate 3*, whether taken early or later in the game.
3 – Sentinel
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When 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 is a favorite for Barbarians in *Baldur's Gate 3*, enhancing their role as a tank. It allows you to make Opportunity Attacks even if enemies use Disengage, and if you hit, their movement is halted for the turn. This feat forces enemies to focus on the Barbarian, playing to their strengths and making it a crucial choice for any build.
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2 – Polearm Master
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When 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 are an excellent choice for Barbarians in *Baldur's Gate 3*, offering extended reach and additional attacks. The Polearm Master feat allows you to make a bonus action attack with the butt of your weapon and trigger Opportunity Attacks when enemies enter your range. Combined with feats like Sentinel, this makes it difficult for enemies to bypass you, making it an ideal choice for maximizing your combat effectiveness.
1 – Great Weapon Master
| How to Unlock | Description |
| Available at Level 4 | When 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. |
The Great Weapon Master feat is the top choice for Barbarians in *Baldur's Gate 3*, embodying the class's essence of dealing massive damage. It allows you to make an additional attack after a Critical Hit or kill, and you can opt for a -5 penalty on Attack Rolls to gain +10 damage with Heavy melee weapons. This feat is perfect for Barbarians wielding two-handed weapons, offering a thrilling balance of risk and reward.
These are the top 10 best feats for the Barbarian class in *Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3)*. Each one is incredibly powerful and can significantly enhance your Barbarian's capabilities. I recommend starting with Great Weapon Master for some impressive early-game power.
For more on *Baldur's Gate 3*, explore our guides on how to make Elixir of Arcane Cultivation and how to dye armor. If you're just starting out, don't miss Destructoid's excellent beginner's guide to *Baldur's Gate 3*.
UPDATE: The above article was updated on 03/23/24 by Jason Coles to add new list entries and images. It was updated again on 1/27/25 by Liam Nolan to further flesh out the list and enhance readability.
