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Given the number of undead enemies in all three | Given the number of undead enemies in all three games, an Undead Hunter is probably the most useful kit. Immunity to level drain is a game-changer when dealing with vampires, especially early on before you get items which provide Negative Plane Protection. Immunity to hold is also useful in Baldur's Gate, because Hold Person is a favourite spell of enemy mages. It is less useful in later games when you will likely succeed on your Save vs Spells roll. | ||
Remember to assign some proficiency points into blunt weapons, such as a quarterstaff, because some undead, especially skeletons, take reduced damage from piercing and slashing weapons. | Remember to assign some proficiency points into blunt weapons, such as a quarterstaff, because some undead, especially skeletons, take reduced damage from piercing and slashing weapons. | ||
[[Category:Baldur's Gate]] | [[Category:Baldur's Gate]] | ||
Latest revision as of 13:19, 24 February 2019
Class kits
The penalties associated with a kit are far outweighed by the benefits, so it usually makes sense to play a kitted paladin.
Undead Hunter
Bonuses:
- +3 bonus to hit and damage against undead
- Immunity to hold
- Immunity to level drain
Penalties:
- Cannot use Lay on Hands
Given the number of undead enemies in all three games, an Undead Hunter is probably the most useful kit. Immunity to level drain is a game-changer when dealing with vampires, especially early on before you get items which provide Negative Plane Protection. Immunity to hold is also useful in Baldur's Gate, because Hold Person is a favourite spell of enemy mages. It is less useful in later games when you will likely succeed on your Save vs Spells roll.
Remember to assign some proficiency points into blunt weapons, such as a quarterstaff, because some undead, especially skeletons, take reduced damage from piercing and slashing weapons.