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A kobold humanoid creature.

Humanoids are a type of bipedal creature that can be frequently found throughout Baldur's Gate 3. They are the most common creature type, and include all playable races.

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A collection of bipedal races, ranging from humans, elves, and halflings to goblins, gnolls, and kobolds.
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— In-game racial description

Characteristics[edit section | visual editor]

Humanoids primarily consist of non-monstrous, bipedal and intelligent creatures. They have two legs, two arms, a torso and a head. Many humanoids are civilised and social creatures, though some are less so.

Types of humanoids[edit section | visual editor]

Bugbear[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Bugbear and Bugbear⁠Bugbear on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Hairy humanoids that crave carnage and treasure in equal measure.
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— In-game racial description

Bugbears are tall, hairy humanoids related to goblins that thrive in the heat of battle. They can usually be found working with other goblins.

Bugbears in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Gnoll[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Gnoll and Gnoll⁠Gnoll on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Feral, hyena-like humanoids that slaughter indiscriminately in an attempt to quell the insatiable hunger of their demonic creator, Yeenoghu.
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— In-game racial description

Gnolls are large, bipedal hyena-like creatures that are consumed with a primal bloodlust and hunger. Gnolls may be found in hunting packs, and typically worship the god Yeenoghu.

Gnolls in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Goblin[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Goblin and Goblin⁠Goblin on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Weak, selfish humanoids. Though they often serve stronger races, they crave power and abuse what authority they obtain.
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— In-game racial description

Goblins are small humanoid creatures that often live in underground caverns in large numbers. They aren't the brightest or strongest creatures around, however their numbers, proficiency with weapons, and general sneakiness can make them dangerous.

Goblins in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Hobgoblin[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Hobgoblin and Hobgoblin⁠Hobgoblin on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Large, brutal humanoids that live for martial prowess, war, and glory.
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— In-game racial description

Hobgoblins are larger, stronger versions of Goblins and share many features, except for their deep red skin.

Hobgoblins in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Kobold[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Kobold and Kobold⁠Kobold on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Clever but craven reptilians that overcome their physical ineptitude by banding together.
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— In-game racial description

Kobolds are very similar to goblins except they resemble small scaley lizards that stand on two legs. Like goblins, they aren't especially intelligent or strong but they are very crafty, and specialize in traps and ambushing.

Kobolds in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Kuo-toa[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Kuo-toa and Kuo-toa⁠Kuo-toa on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Mad, fish-like denizens of the Underdark. They revere imaginary gods with an insane religious fervour.
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— In-game racial description

Kuo-toa are humanoid, fish-like creatures that inhabit the seas but can occasionally come on to land thanks to their webbed feet. Kuo-toa are cruel creatures, but are intelligent enough to converse with land creatures and wield weapons.

Kuo-toa in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Meazel[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Meazel and Meazel⁠Meazel on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Twisted, cruel hermits affected by the Shadowfell. Imbued with magic, they move through the shadows to snatch their victims.
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— In-game racial description

Meazel are small, hairy creatures that are recluses. When disturbed, they respond typically by garrotting their victims.

Shadar-Kai[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Shadar-Kai and Shadar-Kai⁠Shadar-Kai on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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These elves were transformed by the Shadowfell, until nothing remained but a mournful, joyless existence between life and death.
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— In-game racial description

Shadar-Kai are special elves that are bound to the Shadowfell, and are characterized by pale white skin and hair.

Shadar-Kai in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Werewolf[edit section | visual editor]

Main articles: Werewolf and Werewolf⁠Werewolf on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
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Savage predators that spread their curse through biting other humanoids.

Most werewolves succumb to their bloodlust, but some learn to control their urges, often under the guidance of Selûne, goddess of the moon.
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— In-game racial description

Werewolves are savage predators created by a curse that is transmitted by being bitten by other werewolves.

Werewolves in Baldur's Gate 3[edit section | visual editor]

Other humanoids[edit section | visual editor]

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External links[edit section | visual editor]

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