Baldur’s Gate 3 offers various options for playing as a malevolent character, but there is one particular class that allows you to fully embrace evil, thanks to your ability to select a deity.
Baldur’s Gate 3 did not adhere to the renowned Dungeons & Dragons alignment system. Contrary to determining a character’s behavior based on a choice at the beginning, players are given the freedom to act as they wish, with the caveat that they must accept the repercussions of their choices.
For those looking to play as an evil character in Baldur’s Gate 3, the Dark Urge Origin is the ideal choice. It offers a plethora of options for behaving like a ruthless killer, including the ability to eliminate your fellow party members at any time.
Despite the belief that the Dark Urge is inherently evil, players have the ability to resist its influence. However, it is actually the Cleric class that possesses a true dark side, as pointed out in a discussion on the Baldur’s Gate 3 Reddit. Interestingly, selecting certain deities will label a player as an Evil Cleric, despite the absence of an alignment system in the game.
One user clarified, “In BG3, the dialogues for Clerics are organized according to the alignment of your chosen god. In this case, you selected Talos.”Another user added, “Talos is known as the God of storms and destruction, and is considered a Chaotic Evil deity. As a worshipper of Talos, your cleric would likely summon tornadoes and hurricanes to destroy villages. Therefore, your cleric is aligned with an evil deity.”
If you are not well-versed in D&D lore while playing Baldur’s Gate 3, you may unintentionally choose an evil Cleric. However, Talos is not the only option available, as some other evil choices are linked to certain playable races.
One user pointed out, “The type of god you choose will have varying degrees of morality. For example, Clerics of Tiamat, Talos, Lolth, Shar, Vlaakith and Laduger are all seen as evil gods in one way or another. Talos is revered as the god of Destruction, representing the forces of ruin and attracting followers who desire to destroy. As a result, worshipping a deity of ruin would label you as an evil cleric.”
Fortunately, the player’s choice of deity does not limit their ability to act as a heroic character. In Baldur’s Gate 3, it is difficult to be bound to a particular path, allowing you to play as a benevolent Cleric of Talos, the God of Destruction. Simply focus on defeating villains and your deity will not object.
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