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Top Barbarian Feats in BG3 Revealed

Author : Amelia

Apr 28,2025

In *Baldur's Gate 3* (*BG3*), Barbarian feats can significantly enhance your character's combat prowess, making you an unstoppable force of fury on the battlefield. Barbarians are a thrilling class to play, known for their straightforward approach, high damage output, and excellent scaling with specific feats. Although Barbarians may not have access to as many feats as other classes, the right choices can dramatically amplify their impact. Let's delve into the top 10 best Barbarian feats to consider as you progress through *Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3)*.

10 – Durable

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Durable feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	Your Constitution increases by 1, to a maximum of 20.
	You regain full hit points each time you take a Short Rest.

Barbarians are already tough to take down, but the Durable feat takes their resilience to the next level. It not only boosts your Constitution by one point, which is beneficial for any build, but also allows you to regain full health after a Short Rest. This feat is particularly valuable on higher difficulties, making it an excellent choice for Barbarians in Baldur's Gate 3.

9 – Lucky

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Lucky feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	You gain 3 Luck points, which you can use to gain Advantage on Attack Rolls, Ability Checks, or Saving Throws, or to make an enemy reroll their attack.

The Lucky feat offers versatility and power, providing three Luck points per long rest. You can use these points to gain Advantage on your rolls or force an enemy to reroll their attack. This feat is incredibly beneficial for Barbarians, enhancing their effectiveness across various builds in Baldur's Gate 3.

8 – Mage Slayer

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Mage Slayer feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	When a creature casts a spell within melee range of you, you have Advantage on any Saving Throw against it, and you can use a reaction to immediately make an attack against the caster.
	Enemies you hit have Disadvantage on Concentration Saving Throws.

Barbarians and enemy mages are natural enemies, and the Mage Slayer feat is tailor-made for this rivalry. It grants you Advantage on Saving Throws against spells cast within melee range and allows you to counterattack the caster with a reaction. Additionally, it imposes Disadvantage on enemies' Concentration Saving Throws when you hit them, making it an excellent choice for any Barbarian build in Baldur's Gate 3.

7 – Athlete

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Athlete feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	Your Strength or Dexterity increases by 1, to a maximum of 20.
	When you are Prone, standing up uses significantly less movement. Your Jump distance also increases by 50%.

If you often find yourself knocked down or enjoy leaping across the battlefield, the Athlete feat is perfect for you. It boosts your Strength or Dexterity by one and reduces the movement cost of standing up from being Prone. Plus, it increases your Jump distance by 50%, making it an excellent choice for exploration and multiclassing in Baldur's Gate 3.

6 – Savage Attacker

An image showing a Tiefling Barbarian and the Savage Attacker feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	When making melee weapon attacks, you roll your damage dice twice and use the highest result.

As a Barbarian, dealing massive damage is part of your identity, and the Savage Attacker feat complements this perfectly. It allows you to roll your damage dice twice and use the higher result, ensuring your attacks remain potent and befitting a Barbarian's fury in Baldur's Gate 3.

5 – Charger

An image showing the Charger feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	Deal more damage: charge forward and slam your weapon into the first enemy in your way.
	Doesn’t provoke Opportunity Attacks.

Charging into battle is a quintessential Barbarian move, and the Charger feat embodies this spirit while being incredibly useful. It allows you to charge up to 9m and hit the first enemy you encounter without provoking Opportunity Attacks. This feat is ideal for quickly closing the distance and engaging enemies in Baldur's Gate 3.

4 – Tough

An image showing the Tough feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	Your hit point maximum increases by 2 for every level you have gained.
	Gives hit points retroactively.

As a frontline fighter, your Barbarian needs to withstand significant damage. The Tough feat increases your hit point maximum by 2 per level, which at the level cap of 12, is equivalent to several extra Constitution points. This feat scales with your level and applies retroactively, making it a valuable choice for any Barbarian build in Baldur's Gate 3.

3 – Sentinel

An image showing the Sentinel feat in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), as part of an article on the best feats to select for the class.

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	When an enemy within melee range attacks an ally, you can use a reaction to make a weapon attack against that enemy. Target ally must not have the Sentinel Feat.
	You gain Advantage on Opportunity Attacks, and when you hit a creature with an Opportunity Attack, it can no longer move for the rest of its turn.

The Sentinel feat enhances your Barbarian's tanking capabilities, making you a formidable protector on the battlefield. It allows you to attack enemies who target your allies and grants Advantage on Opportunity Attacks. When you hit an enemy with an Opportunity Attack, they can't move for the rest of their turn, effectively locking them in combat with you in Baldur's Gate 3.

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2 – Polearm Master

BG3 polearm master

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	When attacking with a glaive, halberd, quarterstaff, or spear, you can use a bonus action to attack with the butt of your weapon.
	You can also make an Opportunity Attack when a target comes within range.

Polearms offer a strategic advantage for Barbarians in Baldur's Gate 3, providing extra reach and versatility. The Polearm Master feat allows you to make an additional attack as a bonus action and perform Opportunity Attacks when enemies approach. Combined with feats like Sentinel, this makes it challenging for enemies to bypass you, making it an ideal choice for controlling the battlefield.

1 – Great Weapon Master

BG3 great weapon master

How to Unlock	Description
Available at Level 4	When you land a Critical Hit or kill a target with a melee weapon attack, you can make another melee weapon attack as a bonus action that turn.
	Attacks with Heavy melee weapons you are Proficient with can deal an additional 10 damage at the cost of a -5 Attack Roll penalty.

The Great Weapon Master feat epitomizes the Barbarian's role as a devastating melee fighter. It allows you to make an additional attack after a Critical Hit or kill, and you can trade a -5 penalty on your Attack Roll for +10 damage with Heavy melee weapons. This feat perfectly captures the essence of a Barbarian wielding a massive two-handed weapon, making it an excellent early-game choice for unleashing unparalleled damage in Baldur's Gate 3.

These are the top 10 best feats for the Barbarian class in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3). Each one enhances your Barbarian's capabilities, but I recommend starting with Great Weapon Master for immediate, powerful impact in the early game.

For more on Baldur's Gate 3, explore our guides on crafting the Elixir of Arcane Cultivation and dyeing armor. If you're new to the game, don't miss Destructoid's comprehensive beginner's guide to Baldur's Gate 3.

UPDATE: The above article was updated on 03/23/24 by Jason Coles to add new list entries and images. It was updated again on 1/27/25 by Liam Nolan to further flesh out the list and enhance readability.