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Rolls
Attack Roll Attack Roll The roll you make to determine whether an attack hits an enemy at all.
Damage Roll Damage Roll The roll you make to determine the amount of damage done by a successful attack.
Saving Throw Saving Throw The roll you make to attempt avoiding various threats other than direct attacks.
Ability Check Ability Check The roll you make when attempting anything else that requires a roll to succeed.
Modifiers
Advantage Advantage Roll the die twice, and use the higher result. Disadvantage is the exact opposite.
Ability Score Modifier Ability Score Modifier The number you add to your rolls based on your Ability Scores.
Proficiency Bonus Proficiency Bonus The number you add to your rolls based on whether you have Proficiency.

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Here you will find guides that tell you what to do to advance in the game, in case you find yourself stuck or want to check in advance which outcomes are possible.

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Various other pages and resources you may be interested in.

Blood Sacrifice Icon.png Character Abilities

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Learn about the various abilities creatures can have in Baldur's Gate 3.

Create Spell Slots Icon.png The World

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Learn about the various locations and characters in Baldur's Gate 3.

  • List of Locations: Learn about the various places you can travel to.
  • List of Creature Types: Learn about the various types of creatures in the game.
  • Races: The many types of people and monsters that can be played as or encountered.
  • Campsite: The place you go for Long Rest, item storage, interactions with Camp Followers, and intimate interactions with Companions.
  • Companions: See here for Origin Characters as well as non-Origin Companions that can join your party.
  • Camp Followers: Not to be confused with Companions, these NPCs will travel with you and appear at the Campsite.
  • Non-player Characters: See here for various notable Enemies, Bosses, or other NPCs that have a name or are otherwise notable.
  • Deities: The gods of worship in the game.