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Best Barbarian Feats in Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)

Author: Natalie Feb 22,2025

Unleash Your Inner Beast: The Top 10 Barbarian Feats in Baldur's Gate 3

Dominate the battlefield as a Barbarian in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3)! This guide highlights the best feats to maximize your rage-fueled power and decimate your foes. While Barbarians have fewer feat choices, selecting the right ones makes a significant impact.

Top 10 Best Barbarian Feats in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3)

Barbarians are simple yet effective in BG3; they're damage-dealing powerhouses. Let's explore the top feats to enhance your Barbarian's capabilities.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	+1 Constitution (max 20). Full HP restoration on Short Rest.

Already tough, Durable makes Barbarians even more resilient. The Constitution boost is beneficial, but the full HP recovery after a Short Rest is invaluable, especially on harder difficulties.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	3 Luck points per Long Rest. Use to gain advantage on rolls or force enemy rerolls.

Versatile and powerful, Lucky provides three luck points per Long Rest. Use them for advantage on attacks, ability checks, saving throws, or to make enemies reroll attacks – a boon for any class, including Barbarians.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	Advantage on saving throws against spells cast in melee range. Reaction to attack the caster. Enemies hit have disadvantage on Concentration saves.

A Barbarian's nemesis: enemy mages. Mage Slayer counters this perfectly. Gain advantage against spells cast at close range, react with an immediate attack, and hinder enemy concentration checks. Essential for neutralizing spellcasters.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	+1 Strength or Dexterity (max 20). Easier standing up from prone. 50% increased jump distance.

For those prone to falling or enjoying shortcuts, Athlete is a game-changer. The stat boost is welcome, but the improved standing and jumping capabilities enhance exploration and multiclassing options.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	Roll damage dice twice, keep the highest result for melee weapon attacks.

Maximize your damage output with Savage Attacker. Roll damage dice twice and use the best result, ensuring every swing packs a powerful punch, fitting the Barbarian's brutal style.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	Increased damage when charging. No Opportunity Attacks provoked.

Embrace the Barbarian's aggressive nature with Charger. Charge 9 meters, striking the first enemy without triggering Opportunity Attacks. Ideal for closing the distance and initiating devastating attacks.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	+2 HP per level gained (retroactive).

Enhance your survivability with Tough. Gain 2 extra HP per level, providing a significant boost to your health pool, especially at higher levels. Retroactive application makes it beneficial even if taken later.

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.

Unlock Level	Description
4	Reaction to attack an enemy targeting an ally. Advantage on Opportunity Attacks. Hitting with an Opportunity Attack immobilizes the target.

Sentinel transforms your Barbarian into a formidable protector. React to attacks on allies, gain advantage on Opportunity Attacks, and immobilize enemies hit with them, forcing them to engage you.

2 – Polearm Master

BG3 polearm master

Unlock Level	Description
4	Bonus action attack with the polearm's butt. Opportunity Attacks when a target enters range.

Polearms offer surprising effectiveness for Barbarians. Polearm Master grants a bonus action attack and Opportunity Attacks, maximizing your combat potential while maintaining distance.

1 – Great Weapon Master

BG3 great weapon master

Unlock Level	Description
4	Bonus action attack after a critical hit or kill. +10 damage, -5 to attack rolls with heavy melee weapons.

Great Weapon Master reigns supreme for maximizing damage. The -5 penalty is offset by the significant damage increase and bonus action attack after critical hits or kills. Embrace the high-risk, high-reward strategy.

These are the top 10 Barbarian feats in Baldur's Gate 3. Great Weapon Master is recommended for early-game power, but each feat offers unique strengths. Choose wisely to create a truly devastating Barbarian.

For more Baldur's Gate 3 guides, check out our resources on Elixir of Arcane Cultivation and armor dyeing. New players should also consult Destructoid's beginner's guide.

UPDATE: This article was updated on 03/23/24 by Jason Coles and again on 1/27/25 by Liam Nolan.