In Baldur’s Gate 3, there are numerous potent weapons available for players to utilize in their build. This guide will assist you in locating the top melee, spellcaster, and ranged weapons within Baldur’s Gate 3.
Throughout your adventure in Baldur’s Gate 3, you will encounter numerous formidable creatures that inhabit Faerun. Overcoming them may prove to be challenging unless you arm yourself with the most potent weapons and spells available in the game.
Discover the top-performing weapons in Baldur’s Gate 3, complete with their stats, helpful tips, and locations for obtaining each one.
Baldur’s Gate 3: The Best Weapons
Mourning Frost
One of the greatest spellcaster weapons in Baldur’s Gate 3 is Mourning Frost, and the most advantageous aspect is obtaining it early on in Act 1. A bit of exploration is necessary, and our guide on acquiring Mourning Frost covers all the details.
Despite its mediocre stats, the most important aspect of this creature is its Passive Ability, known as Insidious Cold. This ability ensures that any cold damage spell cast will inflict the Chilled status on the target, making it the most effective crowd control tool in the entire game.
Mourning Frost turns each ice spell into a powerful crowd-control source.
Heart of Ice is a passive ability that adds one point of frost damage to each spell, which may seem average. However, in the beginning stages of the game, it is invaluable as every point of damage contributes to your success. Equip this staff along with the Winter Grasp gloves and you will become an unbeatable icy force.
Infernal Rapier
The Infernal Rapier is a formidable melee weapon that further enhances the already potent Warlock arsenal. Its passive allows the wielder to add their spellcasting Ability Modifier to Attack Rolls and increases their Spell Save DC by +1. Additionally, it grants the ability to cast Planar Ally: Cambion, summoning a mighty Devil to assist in battle.
Infernal Rapier is Wyll’s signature weapon, granted to him by Mizora during Act 2.
To obtain the Infernal Rapier, it is necessary to save Mizora during Act 2 and negotiate with her to obtain an extra reward for Wyll. Having Wyll in your party is crucial as Mizora will only offer the additional reward if he is present. Failing to do so will result in Mizora leaving and missing out on one of the top melee weapons in the game.
Markoheshkir
Markoheshkir, the ultimate spellcaster weapon in Baldur’s Gate 3, can be found in the Lower City area of Baldur’s Gate inside Lorrakan’s Tower (Sorcerous Sundries). Following the Nightsong Quest will eventually lead you to its location.
While conversing with Lorrakan, regardless of your decision, you will come across some levitating furniture that can be used as platforms to jump on. Once you have reached the lower level of Lorrakan’s hideout, you will encounter four switches. To help you see the invisible, consume a potion of See Invisibility and you will notice one switch labeled “Below.”
Activate the switch to be transported to the lower level. There, you will come across two impregnable barriers. If you are still affected by See Invisibility, you will also be able to spot two levers. Pull both levers to obtain two powerful mage items. One of them is a Staff that grants you one extra Spell slot per short rest, while the other is Kereska’s Favor Evocation Spell, which provides a buff for your chosen Elemental Damage Type until your next Long Rest.
Markoheshkir is the best Staff for a Wizard or Sorcerer in Baldur’s Gate 3.
Duellist’s Prerogative
The Duellist’s Prerogative is a legendary rapier, a close-combat weapon that becomes available in Act 3 and can only be acquired by challenging Auntie Ethel for a second time.
In addition to its +3 enchantment, this weapon boasts numerous exceptional qualities. One such quality is the Elegant Duellist passive, which is activated when this weapon is equipped. This grants an extra reaction per turn and lowers the Critical Score threshold to 19.
The Withering Cut passive is also included, allowing you to use your reaction to add extra Necrotic Damage equal to your proficiency bonus (likely based on DEX).
The ability has two extra Active Features: Challenge to Duel, which provokes enemies to target the user, and Dueller’s Enthusiasm, which enables a swift dash and an additional attack once per short rest.
In addition, it also possesses a concealed passive ability that allows for an extra attack per turn. These combined attributes solidify its position as the top Finesse weapon in the game.
The Duellist’s Prerogative has one of the coolest weapon designs in the entire game.
Sword of Life Stealing
Obtaining the Sword of Life Stealing in Baldur’s Gate 3 is a straightforward task, as it boasts a +2 enchantment and is among the top melee weapons available. This weapon is highly effective for both Rogues and dual-wielding Warriors/Rangers.
The passive ability enables it to Steal Life with a Critical Hit, dealing an additional 1-10 Necrotic Damage to the target and granting the attacker 10 temporary hit points.
This shortsword can be a powerful off-hand weapon for a dual-wielding character.
The Shortsword can be acquired from Dammon, the blacksmith at the Last Light Inn during Act 2 for a cost of 1100 gold coins.
The Hellfire Hand Crossbow
The Hellfire Hand Crossbow is a highly effective weapon for long-range combat, which can be obtained in the latter half of Act 2 by defeating the demon Yugir. It can be found within the Gauntlet of Shar, and facing off against Yugir is a necessary step in a quest given by Raphael when approaching Thorm’s Mausoleum. The weapon is impossible to overlook.
This Hand Crossbow works best when used with Stealth.
The user of this Hand Crossbow gains the power to cast Scorching Ray at level 3 once every long rest. Additionally, every shot from the crossbow will cause the target to burn if the attacker is Hiding or Invisible. This makes it an ideal weapon for Astarion or a Gloomstalker Ranger.
Selûne’s Spear of Night
The most superior versatile weapon in the game is Selûne’s Spear of Night. This beauty can be obtained during Act 3 if you are in a romantic relationship with Shadowheart and have successfully convinced her not to harm the Nightsong.
As you reach your camp at the start of Act 3, assume control of Shadowheart and approach Nightsong. Engage in conversation with her and she will bestow upon you this weapon, inspired by Shar’s Spear of Night but cleansed by the Light of Selune.
In addition to its +3 enchantment, this item also bestows Darkvision upon the user, as well as providing an advantage in both Wisdom Saving Throws and Perception Checks.
Selune’s Spear grants access to the most powerful area buff in the game.
The ability also includes access to Moonbeam, an impactful Divine Spell that inflicts Radiant Damage and can be repositioned once every turn for 5 turns, damaging all creatures in its path. Additionally, it allows the use of Moonmote, a versatile ability that can hinder enemies by slowing them down and giving them a disadvantage on Wisdom Checks, while also providing an advantage to allies within its range.
Nyrulna
Nyrulna is a powerful weapon in Baldur’s Gate 3, ranking among the best two-handed weapons. However, its ‘Versatile’ feature also makes it a top contender for one-handed weapons. With its impressive damage, added 1d6 thunder damage, and useful passives, Nyrulna is a deadly weapon in any hands.
The Nyrulna grants the wearer a +3m bonus to their movement speed and protects them from fall damage. Additionally, its ‘Return’ passive causes the weapon to return to the user’s hand when thrown and creates an explosion of 3-12 Thunder damage upon impact. This effect remains even if the wearer were to jump from the tallest building.
Nyrulna is every thunder god’s dream and it even returns to your hand when thrown.
To acquire Nyrulna, it is necessary to have either Astarion or another Rogue as a member of your party. Then, you must visit the End of The World Circus in Baldur’s Gate 3 and locate a red Djinn offering a ‘Spin the Wheel’ game.
Before speaking to him, separate Astarion from the group and enter Stealth mode to pickpocket the Djinn. Retrieve its ring and then engage in conversation with the Djinn to spin the wheel. This will result in a guaranteed victory in the ‘rigged game’ and the Djinn will become angry, banishing whoever took the ring to a jungle inhabited by velociraptors.
To successfully defeat the dinosaurs, it is essential that you stay hidden, observe their patrol routes, and take them out with one ranged Sneak Attack. Even the Matriarch, who is concealed in the cave, will not be a challenge if you maintain your stealth. After eliminating all of the dinosaurs, make your way to the portal at the edge of the jungle. Use lockpicking skills to open the chest and claim your reward.
The Blood of Lathander
The top choice for one-handed weapons is The Blood of Lathander. This sacred relic +3 weapon can be obtained early on in Act 2. To acquire it, simply travel to the Mountain Pass and assist Lae’zel in her quest to locate her ‘creché.’
Upon arriving at the Rosymorn Monastery, your task is to ascend to the top level of the ruins and locate a Vitral room containing a peculiar Circular Vitral at its center. Afterwards, you must retrieve 4 ceremonial weapons scattered throughout the monastery.
To follow the Circular Vitral, place each weapon in its designated altar. Simply drag the weapons from your inventory and drop them onto the altars. Once all four have been placed, a hidden stash will be revealed. Retrieve the Dawnmaster’s Crest and keep it for later use. Continue Lae’zel’s quest until you are granted access to the Commander’s Room, located beneath the ruins of the Monastery.
The Blood of Lathander is the strongest one-handed Mace in the game.
Upon entering the Commander’s Room, take a left and you will come across 2 statues. One of these statues is stuck and requires the use of a Grease Spell or a Grease Bottle to free it. Once freed, position the two statues to face opposite directions, one towards the East and the other towards the West.
A path will become accessible, requiring you to solve another puzzle. Utilize your most agile character (such as Astarion or a Rogue) to descend the ledges, deactivate the traps, and clear the way ahead. Continue until you reach the altar where the Blood of Lathander glimmers.
However, be cautious and make sure to only use the character equipped with the Dawnmaster’s Crest when approaching the floating mace. Rather than trying to touch the mace, search for a keyhole and insert the crest from your inventory. This will deactivate the Security Measure that would have resulted in the death of everyone if touched.
By obtaining a +3 Mace, you will gain access to a potent spell known as Sunbeam. At level 6, this spell inflicts a massive amount of Radian Damage in a single line, causing blindness to any creatures caught in its trajectory. Additionally, the mace bestows a passive ability called Lathander’s Blessing, which enables the wearer to automatically revive themselves and their companions once per Long Rest when they reach 0 hp for the first time.
The second passive requires all Undead within your proximity to make a Constitution Saving Throw or be overwhelmed by the intense light, resulting in Blinding.
Gontr Mael
To obtain Gontr Mael, one of the most powerful bows in Baldur’s Gate 3, players must first progress to Act 3 and complete either the quest to Save the Gondians or Destroy the Steel Watch Foundry. It is widely regarded as the top ranged weapon in the game.
Whichever path you choose, you will inevitably come face to face with the Steel Watcher Titan, a massive construct Boss who will drop this Bow upon defeat.
This Mythical Bow will sear your enemies with Radiant Bolts once every two shots.
The incredible statistics of this weapon are complemented by a passive ability that gives each shot the chance to transform into a Guiding Bolt spell, cast at the wielder’s highest level of spellcasting. Additionally, the user gains access to a charge of the Celestial Haste spell-like ability, an upgraded version of Haste.
Equip this bow to your favorite warrior characters, and you can transform them into legendary Arcane Archers. Alternatively, you can attempt the incredible feat of defeating the toughest boss solo.
Least Expected
The Least Expected bow is a remarkable ranged weapon that surpasses other +3 bows in Baldur’s Gate 3 due to its hidden passives, making it a valuable choice in certain situations.
Whenever a character wields Least Expected, they will have advantage on all attack rolls while standing in shadows. Additionally, each attack with this weapon deals an additional 1d4 Necrotic damage.
Least Expected possesses 2 concealed passives that may trigger when striking an illuminated target. These passives have the potential to inflict an additional 1d4 Necrotic damage and blind the target.
Least Expected is a good companion for a Gloomstalker Ranger or Assasin Rogue.
Wearing a full set of Dark Justiciar gear grants an accumulative passive that inflicts Necrotic Damage. This set includes Gauntlets, Boots, Helmet, Chest, Talisman, and Rings, and each piece provides an additional point of damage. Additionally, each piece has a synergy with the Darkveil Precision passive and provides unique effects when standing in shadows.
To add this bow to your inventory, head to the third room of the Gauntlet of Shar. Once you have defeated the Revenant Justicars, search for it near a coffin in the corridor to your left, where you will also find some friendly zombies.
The top weapons in Baldur’s Gate 3 are a must-have. If you are seeking additional content and guides for Baldur’s Gate 3, you can also explore instructions on crafting potions or the ultimate Wizard build. Furthermore, if you are interested in obtaining the rare companion Us or defeating Auntie Ethel in the most effective way, we have you covered.
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