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Baldur’s Gate 3: 12 Best Multiclass Builds

Author : Emily

Mar 17,2025

In the world of *Baldur's Gate 3*, where the rules of Dungeons & Dragons reign supreme, players can bring their own unique D&D characters to life in Faerûn. Facing a Mindflayer invasion and the threat of an Illithid parasite, time is of the essence to save the Forgotten Realms and prevent a terrifying transformation. While single-class characters are viable, multiclassing unlocks incredible build flexibility. By combining classes, you can create truly multifaceted warriors, harnessing the best abilities from different disciplines to overcome any challenge.

Updated on January 13, 2025, by Rhenn Taguiam: With Larian Studios poised to introduce 12 new subclasses, the possibilities for character builds in *Baldur's Gate 3* are about to explode. But for those wanting to explore multiclassing *before* these changes, we've compiled some compelling builds to try. These builds offer unique thematic combinations and powerful synergies, but be aware that the addition of subclasses like the Swashbuckler and Oath of Conquest will significantly alter the multiclassing landscape.

12. Lockadin Staple (Ancients Paladin 7, Fiend Warlock 5)

Lockadin Staple Build

This build leverages the synergistic relationship between the Warlock and Paladin classes. The Warlock's powerful utility and damage potential, despite limited spell slots, complements the Paladin's strong offensive capabilities and heavy armor proficiency. The combination allows for maximizing damage output through Divine Smite and Eldritch Blast, while the Paladin provides crucial survivability. Short-rest spell slots from the Warlock fuel devastating Divine Smite nova attacks.

Level	Class Choice & Features	Total Spells Available
Level 1	Paladin 1: Oath of the Ancients Subclass - Divine Sense, Lay on Hands, Channel Oath: Healing Radiance	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 3
Level 2	Paladin 2 - Fighting Style: Great Weapon Fighting, Divine Smite	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 3, Known Spells: 2 + CHA Mod, Spell Slots: 2 1st-Level
Level 3	Paladin 3 - Divine Health, Channel Oath: Nature’s Wrath, Channel Oath: Turn the Faithless, Oath Spells: Speak with Animals, Ensnaring Strike	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 3, Paladin Spells: 3 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 3 1st-Level
Level 4	Paladin 4 - Choose Feat:	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spells: 4 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 3 1st-Level,
Level 5	Paladin 5 - Extra Attack, Oath Spells: Misty Step, Moonbeam	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level
Level 6	Warlock 1: The Fiend Subclass - Pact Magic, Dark One’s Blessing	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level, Warlock Spells: 2 Cantrips, 2 Spells, Warlock Spell Slots:1 1st-Level
Level 7	Warlock 2 - Eldritch Invocation: Agonizing Blast, Eldritch Invocation: Repelling Blast	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level, Warlock Spells: 2 Cantrips, 3 Spells, Warlock Spell Slots: 2 1st-Level
Level 8	Warlock 3 - Pact Boon: Pact of the Blade, New Spell: Mirror Image	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level, Warlock Spells: 2 Cantrips, 4 Spells, Warlock Spell Slots: 2 2nd-Level
Level 9	Warlock 4 - New Cantrip: Mage Hand, New Spell: Hold Person, Choose Feat: Great Weapon Master: All In	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level, Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 5 Spells, Warlock Spell Slots: 2 2nd-Level
Level 10	Warlock 5 - Eldritch Invocation: Fiendish Vigor, Deepened Pact, New Spell: Hunger of Hadar, Replace Spell: Counterspell	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spells: 5 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level, Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 6 Spells, Warlock Spell Slots: 2 3rd-Level
Level 11	Paladin 6 - Aura of Protection	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spells: 6 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 2 2nd-Level, Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 6 Spells, Warlock Spell Slots: 2 3rd-Level
Level 12	Paladin 7 - Aura of Warding	Channel Oath: 1, Lay on Hands: 4, Paladin Spells: 7 + CHA Mod, Paladin Spell Slots: 4 1st-Level, 3 2nd-Level, Warlock Spells: 3 Cantrips, 6 Spells, Warlock Spell Slots: 2 3rd-Level

11. God of Thunder (Storm Sorcerer 10, Tempest Cleric 2)

God of Thunder Build

This thematically resonant build combines the raw power of the Storm Sorcerer with the combat prowess of the Tempest Cleric. While the Cleric levels primarily grant heavy armor and martial weapon proficiencies, the key features are Wrath of the Storm (a reaction-based lightning/thunder damage ability) and Destructive Wrath (maximizing lightning/thunder damage with a Channel Divinity). This allows for powerful spell-based nova attacks.

[Continue with the remaining builds in a similar format, using the provided images and tables.]