Baldur's Gate 3 Deities: A Guide to Worship
Want to know about all the deities in Baldur's Gate 3? Deities play a crucial role in the latest installment of the classic RPG series. The cleric class has been given a revamp for the game and, in particular, its religious abilities. In fact, your choice of god can significantly affect your cleric's abilities and even the type of gear and weapons you can wield.
The many gods of Baldur's Gate 3 each have their own unique beliefs and followers. Some, such as Bane, are more sinister than others. In fact, Baldur's Gate 3 cleric Baldur believes that the Dark Six are a powerful force that should be controlled. If you wish to follow in his footsteps, you can choose to worship the god of fear and tyranny. Otherwise, you could pledge your allegiance to Chauntea, the goddess of agriculture and the harvest.
Deities in Baldur's Gate 3
Here is a list of some of the deities you'll encounter in the RPG game, along with some of their followers and beliefs:
Bane
Bane's followers believe in the power of fear and seek to control others through intimidation. If fear doesn't work, the god's followers will resort to violence.
Chauntea
Chauntea's followers are devoted to nurturing and protecting the land. Her clerics make use of magic to support and enhance nature wherever they go.
Mystra
The goddess Mystra, known as the Lady of Mysteries, is present in Baldur's Gate 3. Her followers are spellcasters who seek to unlock the secrets of magic. These clerics also wear silver or white-colored armor.
Lathander
Lathander, the Morninglord, is associated with dawn and renewal. His followers embrace new beginnings and the beauty of each day.
Selûne
Selûne, the goddess of the moon, is revered by those who value change and balance.
Shar
Shar, the Lady of Loss, represents darkness and secrets. Her followers are drawn to the mysteries of the night and the power of shadows.
Tempus
Tempus, the Lord of Battles, is a deity of war and conflict. His followers believe in the glory of combat and honor in battle.
Vlaakith
Vlaakith, the Lich Queen, is a powerful deity associated with the githyanki race. Her followers are loyal to their queen and seek to expand her dominion.
There are many more deities in Baldur's Gate 3, and these are just a few examples. Each one offers unique benefits and abilities to their followers, adding an even deeper layer of depth and customization to what looks to be a fantastic return to the classic RPG game.
Baldur's Gate 3 release date
Baldur's Gate 3 is out now. For more details on the release date, check out our Baldur's Gate 3 release date breakdown.
The original Baldur's Gate is one of our favorite classic PC games, alongside the other greats like The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, Icewind Dale, and Planescape: Torment.
