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All that said, how exactly are these things being improved, and how can you fully optimize them?

But there are two interesting points here: First, many classes can focus on ranged damage.

Astarion, Tav as a custom Half-Elf, and Thulla, from Baldur’s Gate 3

Second, high Dexterity can still cause a lot of melee damage with the right weapon.

By default, melee weapons use your Strength, while ranged weapons use your Dexterity.

If you’re prioritising fun in your Baldur’s Gate 3 playthrough, try these classes.

a githyanki monk, tiefling barbarian, and high elf warlock on the character creation screen of baldur’s gate 3

Keep in mind that you won’t be the strongest at melee.

It’ll always increase your AC when equipped, even if your character is currently holding their crossbow.

Acrobatics will help you against being shoved, which is occasionally useful.

a custom Wood Half-Elf from Baldur’s Gate 3.

Which skills should you master in Baldur’s Gate 3?

Spellcasters can circumvent that with Knock, but opening doors without using spells slots is quite helpful.

A powerful feat combination for a dual-wielding Fighter, for example.

in game item description of the adamantine scimitar in Baldur’s Gate 3

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Astarion about to lockpick a door in Baldur’s Gate 3.

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