While many fans believed that Patch 7 would mark the end of major updates for Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios has exciting news: another significant update is on the horizon, set to release in 2025. This update will not only bring crossplay support and a photo mode but also introduce 12 new subclasses, each with unique mechanics that promise to enrich the gameplay experience. Here’s a closer look at four of the newly announced subclasses:
Oath of the Crown Paladin
The Oath of the Crown Paladin is dedicated to justice and societal welfare. This subclass features the Divine Devotion ability, which not only absorbs damage directed at allies but also restores their health, making it an invaluable asset in any party.
Arcane Archer
Blending martial skill with arcane magic, the Arcane Archer can enchant their arrows to inflict various effects on enemies, such as blindness, weakness, or even temporary exile to the Feywild. Moreover, if an arrow misses its mark, the Arcane Archer has the ability to redirect it towards another foe, ensuring no shot goes to waste.
Drunken Master Monk
The Drunken Master Monk uses alcohol as a part of their combat strategy. Their signature move intoxicates enemies, leaving them disoriented and enhancing the monk's own capabilities. The technique of Instant Sobriety allows the monk to deal significant physical and mental damage to an intoxicated target, turning their inebriation against them.
Swarmkeeper Ranger
Harnessing the power of nature, the Swarmkeeper Ranger forms alliances with swarms of creatures to bolster their combat effectiveness. These swarms can protect the ranger from harm and facilitate teleportation. In battle, the ranger can deploy three distinct types of swarms: electric jellyfish clusters, blinding moth clouds, and stinging bee legions that can knock back enemies failing a strength check by 4.5 meters.
These new subclasses are set to offer players innovative ways to approach challenges in Baldur's Gate 3, and with the upcoming 2025 update, the game's depth and replayability are poised to soar to new heights.
