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Top Barbarian Feats for BG3 Revealed

Author : Gabriella

May 12,2025

The best Barbarian feats in *Baldur’s Gate 3* (*BG3*) can significantly enhance your gameplay, allowing you to dominate the battlefield with ease and a healthy dose of rage. Barbarians are a thrilling class to explore in *Baldur’s Gate 3*, offering a straightforward yet powerful playstyle.

Top 10 Best Barbarian Feats in Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)

Barbarians in *Baldur’s Gate 3* are easy to master, known for their speed and devastating damage output. While they may not have access to as many feats as some other classes, the right choices can make a substantial difference. Here are the top 10 Barbarian feats you should 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 makes them even more resilient. By increasing your Constitution and allowing you to fully recover during Short Rests, this feat is invaluable, especially on higher difficulty settings.

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.

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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 provides three Luck points per long rest, offering flexibility and strength across various scenarios. Whether you need to boost your own rolls or force an enemy to reroll, this feat is a powerful asset for any Barbarian build.

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.

For Barbarians who despise enemy mages, the Mage Slayer feat is a perfect fit. It not only grants you an advantage against spells cast within melee range but also allows you to counterattack immediately, disrupting casters and their concentration.

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 love to leap across the battlefield, the Athlete feat is invaluable. It boosts your Strength or Dexterity, makes standing from a prone position easier, and significantly increases your jump distance, enhancing both combat and exploration.

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.

For Barbarians focused on dealing maximum damage, the Savage Attacker feat is essential. By allowing you to roll your damage dice twice and take the higher result, it ensures your attacks are as ferocious as your rage.

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.

Embrace the thrill of charging into battle with the Charger feat. This thematic choice for Barbarians allows you to close the distance quickly and strike with force, all without provoking Opportunity Attacks, making it easier to reposition on the battlefield.

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 warrior, the Tough feat is crucial for Barbarians. It increases your hit point maximum by 2 per level, retroactively, providing a significant boost to your survivability that scales well throughout the game.

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 the Barbarian's role as a tank, allowing you to protect your allies effectively. It enables you to make Opportunity Attacks even against enemies using Disengage, and immobilizes them if you hit, making it a formidable choice for controlling the battlefield.

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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*. The Polearm Master feat allows you to make an additional attack as a bonus action and trigger Opportunity Attacks when enemies enter your reach, making it an excellent choice for controlling the battlefield and maximizing damage.

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 is a top choice for Barbarians wielding heavy two-handed weapons. It allows you to trade accuracy for increased damage, embodying the essence of a Barbarian's raw power. This feat is ideal for those seeking to maximize their damage output from the early game.

These are the top 10 best feats for the Barbarian class in *Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)*. Each offers unique benefits that can enhance your Barbarian's effectiveness on the battlefield. For the best early-game impact, consider starting with Great Weapon Master.

For more insights 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: This article was updated on 03/23/24 by Jason Coles to include new list entries and images. It was further updated on 1/27/25 by Liam Nolan to enhance readability and provide additional details.