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The video discusses optimizing a Vengeance build for the Paladin class in Baldur's Gate 3, focusing on races, backgrounds, stats, spells, and leveling strategies. Key points include race recommendations of Tiefling or Half-Orc, utilizing the Oath of Vengeance subclass, and key abilities like Divine Smite and great weapon fighting. Leveling milestones are highlighted, with the importance of feats like Great Weapon Master for increased damage output. The Paladin gains various abilities and spells through levels, enhancing combat effectiveness. Additionally, the video mentions gear choices, such as the Grim Skull Helmet, for survivability. The speaker also covers various items and strategies to enhance gameplay, including unique items like the Luck of the Far Realm for critical hits. Overall, the video provides insights into creating a powerful Paladin character and maximizing gameplay effectiveness through optimized builds, spells, and items.
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In this segment of the video, the Paladin class in Baldur’s Gate 3 is discussed, specifically focusing on a Vengeance build. Key points include race recommendations of either Tiefling or Half-Orc for their unique abilities, such as Legacy of awareness smite spells or self-resurrection and high critical hits. The background choice can be Noble or Soldier, with Soldier being preferred for additional proficiencies. The character creation emphasizes the use of the Oath of Vengeance subclass for damage buffs and fear mechanics. Stat recommendations include high Strength, Charisma, and Constitution. Leveling up is highlighted, with the introduction of key abilities like Divine Smite and fighting styles like great weapon fighting. Spells like Searing, Thunderous, Wrathful Smite are recommended for additional damage and utility, with options like Heroism or Shield of Faith for defense. Vengeance-related actions are unlocked at level three, such as Vow of Enmity and Abjure Enemy.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the benefits of leveling up as a paladin character. Key points include receiving the first race Smite at level three, gaining oath charges and extra prepared spells at level four, and the significance of feats, particularly the Great Weapon Master. The Great Weapon Master feat allows for an extra attack when landing a critical hit or defeating a target with a melee weapon attack. The strategy involves pairing this feat with the Vow of Enmity to increase attack rolls and mitigate the penalty for heavy melee weapons. The speaker demonstrates the potential for significant damage output by chaining critical hits with the Great Weapon Master feat, showing how this combination can one-shot a target. This build reaches its peak at level five, where the player gains an extra attack per turn and access to the Branding Smite spell.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the Paladin build in D&D. They highlight that the Legacy of Aess versions do not consume spell slots, providing flexibility in spell usage. At level 6, the Paladin gains extra prepared spells and access to the aura of protection. Level 7 grants access to Relentless Avenger, providing an opportunity attack and increased movement speed. Level 10 introduces powerful abilities such as Blinding Smite and elemental weapon. Gear choices, such as the Grim Skull Helmet for fire resistance, are also mentioned for survivability.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various items and strategies to enhance gameplay in a fantasy game. They mention items such as a cloak that provides extra hit points when casting spells, Adamantin armor for damage mitigation, gauntlets and boots obtained from a goblin camp for melee combat advantages, and special items like the Luck of the Far Realm which can guarantee critical hits and additional damage. The speaker emphasizes the importance of leveraging these items in combat to maximize effectiveness and suggests exploring other guides for further gaming tips.