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{{CharacterInfo
{{hatnote|For the class action to transform into this creature, see [[Slayer (Class Action)]].}}
|name = Slayer
{{SpoilerWarning}}
|image=[[File:Baldurs-Gate-3-Slayer-Form.webp|350px]]
 
|STR=20
{{Infobox character
|DEX=14
| name = Slayer
|CON=17
| image = Baldurs-Gate-3-Slayer-Form.webp
|INT=10
| imagesize = 200px
|WIS=10
| race = Monstrosity
|CHA=8
 
|level=?
| modules =
|race=Any
{{Infobox statistics
|type=Monstrosity
| child = yes
|HP=98
| size = Large
|AC=16
| type = Monstrosity
|speed=Large
| armour_class = 16
|size=Medium
| hit_points = 98; 153 (level 10+)
|initiative=+2
| movement_speed_meters = 14
|location = Any, [[Temple of Bhaal]]
| movement_speed_feet = 45
|allies=[[Bhaal]]
| weight_kg = 400
|alt-name = Model
| weight_lb = 800
|alt-image = [[File:Slayer model.png|250px]]}}{{SpoilerWarning}}'''Slayer''' is unique form that especially dedicated [[Bhaalspawn]] may assume in [[Baldur's Gate 3]]
| initiative = +2
| str = 20
| dex = 14
| con = 17
| int = 10
| wis = 10
| cha = 8
| str_save_proficiency = yes
| con_save_proficiency = yes
| condition1_name = Slayer Form
| condition1_description = Affected entity has embraced its savage compulsions, allowing it to assume its Slayer form.
| feature1_name = Slayer's Extra Attack
| feature1_description = You can make an additional attack after attacking with your main-hand weapon. (levels 5-9)
| feature2_name = Slayer's Improved Extra Attack
| feature2_description = You can make two additional attacks after attacking with your main-hand weapon. (level 10+)
}} }}
'''Slayer''' is a unique form that especially dedicated [[Bhaalspawn]] may assume in [[Baldur's Gate 3]].


{{Q|My Chosen. My Slayer. Violence incarnate. You will become a testament in blood.|[[Bhaal]] awarding a dedicated Bhaalspawn for their unwavering favor.}}
{{Q|My Chosen. My Slayer. Violence incarnate. You will become a testament in blood.|[[Bhaal]] awarding a dedicated Bhaalspawn for their unwavering favor.}}


==Violence Incarnate==
==Violence incarnate==
{{SpoilerWarning}}
The Slayer form is a powerful ability granted to the most dedicated follower of Bhaal. It usually appears as a form [[Orin the Red]] takes during her boss battle, and functions very similarly to [[Wild Shape]] or being [[Polymorphed]]. The user of the form takes on all the statistics of the Slayer, and all of their actions are replaced by the Slayer's own. With a powerful multiattack, a distance-closing leap, a devastating single attack, as well as an action that can inflict bleeding, the Slayer is an especially powerful form allowing the user to tear through their enemies with ease.
The Slayer form is a powerful ability granted to the most dedicated follower of Bhaal. It usually appears as a form [[Orin the Red]] takes during her boss battle, and functions very similarly to [[Wild Shape]] or being [[Polymorphed]]. The user of the form takes on all the statistics of the Slayer, and all of their actions are replaced by the Slayer's own. With a powerful multiattack, a distance-closing leap, a devastating single attack, as well as an action that can inflict bleeding, the Slayer is an especially powerful form allowing the user to tear through their enemies with ease.


{{SpoilerBox|While usually given to [[Orin the Red]], it is possible for [[The Dark Urge]] to obtain this ability, for a price. During [[Act 2]] they can choose to kill [[Isobel]], their lover, or their closest companion to obtain this powerful ability for themselves.
{{SpoilerDurge|It is possible for [[The Dark Urge]] to obtain this form during [[Act 2]] by either killing [[Isobel]], their lover, or the companion with the highest approval toward them. Alternatively, they can obtain this form during [[Act 3]] by defeating Orin and accepting to become [[Bhaal|Bhaal's]] Chosen.<br /><br/>If they had already acquired the Slayer form before Act 3, The Dark Urge will be given the option to transform into it during their dialogue with Orin before their duel, in which case she will fight against them in her standard humanoid form. Conversely, access to the Slayer form will be permanently lost if The Dark Urge refuses to become Bhaal's Chosen after defeating Orin.}}


Should [[The Dark Urge]] refuse any of these actions, they will receive another chance to obtain this form should they defeat [[Orin the Red]] in a duel. The avatar of [[Bhaal]], speaking through [[Sceleritas Fel]] will grant this form should it be accepted.
== Attacks and Abilities ==


It is worth noting that should [[The Dark Urge]] acquire the Slayer form before [[Act 3]], [[Orin the Red]] will lose access to the Slayer, and will fight in her standard humanoid form.}}
{{Feature box|Slay}}


== Abilities ==
{{Feature box|Multiattack (Slayer)}}


{{Feature box|name=Slay
{{Feature box|Sumptuous Blood Bath}}
|{{DamageInfo|6d6+6|Slashing}}
* Rake your malevolent claws across the body of your target.
* If the target is {{Cond|Bleeding}}, they are afflicted with {{Cond|Contagion Poisoned}} at Stage 1.{{Inflicts|Contagion Poisoned}}
* If the arget is {{Cond|Prone}}, the attack will be a [[Critical Hit]].
* If the target is {{Cond|Bleeding}} and {{Cond|Prone}}, the attack will be a Critical Hit and the target will possibly become {{Cond|Stricken With Flesh Rot}}.
}}
<br>
{{Feature box|name=Multiattack (Slayer)
|{{DamageInfo|1d4|Slashing}}<br>
:+ {{DamageInfo|1d4|Slashing}}<br>
:+ {{DamageInfo|1d4|Slashing}}<br>
:+ {{DamageInfo|1d4|Slashing}}
* Lash out with your claws, rending foes to screeching slivers.
* If the target is {{Cond|Bleeding}}, you deal an additional 5 damage per hit.
* If the target is {{Cond|Dazed}}, the attack will be a [[Critical Hit]].
}}


{{Feature box|name=Sumptuous Blood Bath
{{Feature box|Let the Slaughter Begin}}
|{{DamageInfo|3d10|Slashing}}
* Slash open a foe's vital arteries. They start {{Cond|Bleeding}}, and the ensuing gush continuously heals your wounds.
}}


{{Feature box|name=Let the Slaughter Begin
{{Feature box|Relentless Lunge}}
|* Brand nearby creatures with a sinister mark so that their deaths make you harder to kill.
* Marked targets are {{Cond|Dazed}}, and when they die, you gain +1 bonus to {{Armour Class}}.
}}


{{Feature box|name=Relentless Lunge
{{Feature box|Piercing Growl}}
|{{DamageInfo|4d6+6|Bludgeoning}}
* Leap sinuously and smash into your foes, possibly knocking them {{Cond|Prone}}.
}}


== Known Users of the Slayer Form ==
{{Feature box|Dismiss: Slayer}}
 
== Known users of the Slayer form ==
{{SpoilerBox|A few characters within the history of Baldur's Gate have gained the ability to use the form of the Slayer.
{{SpoilerBox|A few characters within the history of Baldur's Gate have gained the ability to use the form of the Slayer.


* Gorion's Ward (Baldur's Gate 1 and 2, Optional)
* {{FRWiki|Gorion's Ward}} (Baldur's Gate 1 and 2, Optional)
* {{FRWiki|Jon Irenicus}} (Baldur's Gate 2: Shadows of Amn, within the Abyss. The only user of the Slayer who is not a Bhaalspawn)
* [[Orin the Red]] (dependant)
* [[Orin the Red]] (dependant)
* [[The Dark Urge]] (optional)}}
* [[The Dark Urge]] (optional)}}


==Notes==
== Previous appearances ==
The Slayer Form is a returning ability present in ''Baldur's Gate 2''. It first appeared in ''{{FRWiki|Baldur's Gate 2: Shadows of Amn}}'' as an ability granted midway through the game.


*The Slayer Form is a returning ability present in Baldur's Gate 2. It first appeared in {{FRWiki|Baldur's Gate 2: Shadows of Amn}} as an ability granted midway through the game.
The Slayer is only one of three avatars of Bhaal: a shapeshifting one called {{FRWiki|Kazgoroth}}, a human-sized one named the Slayer, and a giant named the Ravager. While only the Slayer appears within ''Baldur's Gate 3'', the Ravager appears in ''{{FRWiki|Baldur's Gate 2: Throne of Bhaal}}'' as the protagonist's "taint" due to being a Bhaalspawn, while Kazgoroth is a separate creature, described as either a minion or Avatar of Bhaal in some circumstances.
*The Slayer is only one of three avatars of Bhaal; A shapeshifting one called {{FRWiki|Kazgoroth}}, a human-sized one named the Slayer, and a giant named the Ravager. While only the Slayer appears within [[Baldur's Gate 3]], the Ravager appears in {{FRWiki|Baldur's Gate 2: Throne of Bhaal}} as the protagonist's "taint" due to being a Bhaalspawn, while Kazgoroth is a seperate creature, described as either a minion or Avatar of Bhaal in some circumstances.
*Despite functioning like [[Wild Shape]], Slayer form does not inherit the extra attacks from the [[Druid]] class's [[Wild Strike]] or [[Improved Wild Strike]]. Instead, Slayer form will inherit the character's [[Extra Attack]] or [[Improved Extra Attack]] (as available).


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery mode="packed" heights="250px">
Slayer model.png|Slayer model
File:Slayer sprite.png|Slayer transformation appearance
File:Slayer sprite.png|Slayer transformation appearance
File:Slayer ability.png|Slayer ability tooltip
File:Slayer Form Physical Stats.png|Slayer form physical stats and tooltip
File:Dismiss SLayer ability.png|Dismiss Slayer tooltip
File:Slay Ability.png|Slay ability tooltip
File:Multiattack Ability.png|Multiattack ability tooltip
File:Relentless Lunge Ability.png|Relentless Lunge ability tooltip
File:Let the Slaughter Begin Ability.png|Let the Slaughter Begin ability tooltip
File:Sumptuous Bloodbath ability.png|Sumptuous Bloodbath ability tooltip
</gallery>
</gallery>
== Notes ==
{{notebegin}}
* Despite functioning like [[Wild Shape]], Slayer form does not inherit the extra attacks from the [[Druid]] class's [[Wild Strike]] or [[Improved Wild Strike]]. Instead, the Slayer form will gain [[Slayer's Extra Attack]] or [[Slayer's Improved Extra Attack]] at certain levels.
* Similar to [[Wild Shape]], the player cannot speak while in Slayer form, but unlike Wild Shape they will not be able to temporarily shapeshift into their normal form to talk to [[companion]]s. They are also unable to take certain actions that require the ability to speak, such as activating the {{MdRarityItem|Filigreed Feywild Bell}}.
* Slayer Form inherits [[War Domain]]'s [[War Priest]] feature.
* Slayer Form can benefit from the racial passives of [[Races|the player's race]] (e.g. Dwarves' [[Dwarven Resilience]]).
* Slayer Form will not benefit from the additional benefits (Temporary Hit Points, damage reduction, and bonus to Armor Class) granted by the [[Armour of Moonbasking]].
* The Slayer's attacks are not considered 'magical' for the purpose of ignoring [[Resistance|resistances]]. This means a player-controlled Slayer will deal half damage to enemies with non-magical resistance to bludgeoning/piercing/slashing damage (e.g. [[Wraith|Wraiths]]), and no damage to enemies with non-magical immunity to bludgeoning/piercing/slashing damage (e.g. [[Werewolf|Werewolves]]).
* {{SAI|Piercing Growl}} is unlocked by reading the book {{MdRarityItem|Regarding the Slayer}} as [[The Dark Urge]]. This book can be acquired by saving [[Volo]] outside the [[Steel Watch Foundry]] and meeting him back in your camp.
{{noteend}}
== External links ==
* {{FRWiki|Slayer|long}}


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[[Category: Monstrosities]]

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For the class action to transform into this creature, see Slayer (Class Action).
Slayer
Information
RaceMonstrosity
Stats
SizeLarge
TypeMonstrosity
Armour Class16
Hit points98; 153 (level 10+)
Movement speed14 m (45 ft)
Weight400 kg (800 lb)
Initiative+2
Ability scores
STRDEXCONINTWISCHA
20
(+5)		14
(+2)		17
(+3)		10
(0)		10
(0)		8
(-1)
Proficiency bonus+2
Saving throws
  • Str +7
  • Dex +2
  • Con +5
  • Int 0
  • Wis 0
  • Cha -1
Conditions
Slayer Form Slayer Form
Affected entity has embraced its savage compulsions, allowing it to assume its Slayer form.
Features
Slayer's Extra Attack Slayer's Extra Attack
You can make an additional attack after attacking with your main-hand weapon. (levels 5-9)
Slayer's Improved Extra Attack Slayer's Improved Extra Attack
You can make two additional attacks after attacking with your main-hand weapon. (level 10+)

Slayer is a unique form that especially dedicated Bhaalspawn may assume in Baldur's Gate 3.

My Chosen. My Slayer. Violence incarnate. You will become a testament in blood.
— Bhaal awarding a dedicated Bhaalspawn for their unwavering favor.

Violence incarnate[edit | edit source]

The Slayer form is a powerful ability granted to the most dedicated follower of Bhaal. It usually appears as a form Orin the Red takes during her boss battle, and functions very similarly to Wild Shape or being Polymorphed. The user of the form takes on all the statistics of the Slayer, and all of their actions are replaced by the Slayer's own. With a powerful multiattack, a distance-closing leap, a devastating single attack, as well as an action that can inflict bleeding, the Slayer is an especially powerful form allowing the user to tear through their enemies with ease.

Background HauntedOne Icon.png Spoiler warning! This section reveals interactions with The Dark Urge.

It is possible for The Dark Urge to obtain this form during Act 2 by either killing Isobel, their lover, or the companion with the highest approval toward them. Alternatively, they can obtain this form during Act 3 by defeating Orin and accepting to become Bhaal's Chosen.

If they had already acquired the Slayer form before Act 3, The Dark Urge will be given the option to transform into it during their dialogue with Orin before their duel, in which case she will fight against them in her standard humanoid form. Conversely, access to the Slayer form will be permanently lost if The Dark Urge refuses to become Bhaal's Chosen after defeating Orin.

Attacks and Abilities[edit | edit source]

Slay.webp
Slay Slay ()
D6 Slashing.png 4d6 (4~24) Damage TypesSlashing damage

Rake your malevolent claws across the body of your target.
 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft
Multiattack Slayer.webp
D4 Slashing.png 1d4 (1~4) Damage TypesSlashing damage
+
D4 Slashing.png 1d4 (1~4) Damage TypesSlashing damage

Lash out with your claws, rending foes to screeching slivers.
 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft
Sumptuous Blood Bath.webp
D10 Slashing.png 2d10 (2~20) Damage TypesSlashing damage
+
D6 Healing.png 2d6 (2~12) hit points

Slash open a foe's vital arteries. They start Bleeding Bleeding, and the ensuing gush continuously heals your wounds.
CON Save
 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft
Let the Slaughter Begin.webp

Brand nearby creatures with a sinister mark so that their deaths make you harder to kill.
CON Save
 Range: 12 m / 40 ft
Relentless Lunge.webp
D6 Bludgeoning.png 2d6 (2~12) Damage TypesBludgeoning damage

Leap sinuously and smash into your foes, possibly knocking them Prone Prone.
STR Save
 Range: 18 m / 60 ft
AoE: 5 m / 16 ft (Radius)
Piercing Growl.webp
D8 Piercing.png 3d8 + 4 (7~28) Damage TypesPiercing damage

Fierce howls rise from your guts and wound nearby foes, possibly inflicting Bleeding Bleeding and Fearful Fear.
CON Save
AoE: 10 m / 30 ft (Cone)
Dismiss Slayer.webp

Dismiss your Slayer form and change back to your original form.
 Range: Self

Known users of the Slayer form[edit | edit source]

Concentration Icons.png Spoiler warning! This section reveals details about the story of Baldur's Gate 3.

A few characters within the history of Baldur's Gate have gained the ability to use the form of the Slayer.

Previous appearances[edit | edit source]

The Slayer Form is a returning ability present in Baldur's Gate 2. It first appeared in Baldur's Gate 2: Shadows of Amn as an ability granted midway through the game.

The Slayer is only one of three avatars of Bhaal: a shapeshifting one called Kazgoroth, a human-sized one named the Slayer, and a giant named the Ravager. While only the Slayer appears within Baldur's Gate 3, the Ravager appears in Baldur's Gate 2: Throne of Bhaal as the protagonist's "taint" due to being a Bhaalspawn, while Kazgoroth is a separate creature, described as either a minion or Avatar of Bhaal in some circumstances.

Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • Slayer model

    Slayer model

  • Slayer transformation appearance

    Slayer transformation appearance

Notes[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

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