Additional Backgrounds

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,414 endorsements) 📥 99,700 downloads 📌 v2.0.0.10 📅 9/4/2023
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By CrimsonEdge7 · User Interface

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 10/24/2024 📅 Created: 9/4/2023
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ BG3 Script Extender — BG3 Script Extender Download ↗
2🧩 Community Library — Community Library (Norbyte) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #49 of 82 User Interface mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

THIS MOD IS NOW FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH PATCH 7+.

THIS MOD IS FEATURE COMPLETE (for now).  No further updates are planned other than potential bugfixes, though I may tie them into the inspiration system if a quick-enough method for doing so is made available.

This mod adds all of the remaining common, adventurer's league-specific, and setting-specific primary backgrounds from 5E not currently included in the base game.  Backgrounds that have a selectable proficiency have been set to a fixed value, or split into sub-backgrounds where possible.

NOTE:  None of the backgrounds added by this mod are hooked into the system for earning Inspiration.  This would be an enormous amount of work unless someone comes up with a "shortcut" I can use that would let me co-opt another background's triggers while still letting them work normally.  It may happen eventually, but don't expect it any time soon.

All backgrounds only add their relevant skills, as there is no good way to add spell or feat selection through a background.

Haunted One has been unlocked for custom non-Dark Urge characters.

I have specifically excluded any backgrounds that are just a variation on an existing background that changes the Background Feature, as those features are not implemented in BG3 and the backgrounds would otherwise be identical.

36 common Backgrounds have been added:

  • []Anthropologist

    []Archaeologist

    []Athlete

    []City Watch

    []Clan Crafter

    []Cloistered Scholar

    []Courtier

    []Faceless

    []Faction Agent (split into 5)

    []Far Traveler

    []Feylost

    []Fisher

    []Giant Foundling

    []Hermit

    []House Agent

    []Inheritor

    []Investigator

    []Knight of the Order (split into 3)

    []Marine

    []Mercenary Veteran

    []Rewarded

    []Ruined

    []Rune Carver

    []Sailor

    []Shipwright

    []Smuggler

    []Urban Bounty Hunter

    []Uthgardt Tribe Member

    []Waterdhavian Noble

    []Witchlight Hand

    18 Backgrounds from D&D Adventurer's League have been added:

    Curse of Strahd

    • []Black Fist Double Agent

      []Dragon Casualty

      []Iron Route Bandit

      []Phlan Insurgent

      []Stojanow Prisoner

      []Ticklebelly Nomad

    Mulmaster

    • []Caravan Specialist

      []Earthspur Miner

      []Harborfolk

      []Mulmaster Aristocrat

      []Phlan Refugee

    Hillsfar

    • []Cormanthor Refugee

      []Gate Urchin

      []Hillsfar Merchant

      []Hillsfar Smuggler

      []Secret Identity

      []Shade Fanatic

      []Trade Sheriff

      42 setting-specific Backgrounds have been added:

      Acquisitions inc.

      []Celebrity Adventurer's Scion

      []Failed Merchant

      []Gambler

      []Plain

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds common and setting-specific backgrounds from 5E not currently included in Baldur's Gate 3. A niche UI/content mod for players wanting more character creation options, with solid community support (1,414 endorsements).

✨ Key Features

Adds common and setting-specific backgrounds from 5E not in the base game.
Integrates with Baldur's Gate 3's character creation UI.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid endorsement count (1,414) shows it's trusted by the community.
  • High download-to-endorsement ratio (99,700 downloads) indicates broad usage.
  • Fills a real gap for tabletop fans wanting more 5E flavor.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in October 2024 – may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
  • Limited to backgrounds only – no other gameplay or UI changes.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who want more character creation variety, especially tabletop RPG fans familiar with 5E backgrounds. Skip if you're happy with the vanilla options or want deeper gameplay overhauls.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check the mod's page for any required dependencies or load order notes.
  • If you're using other UI mods, test for conflicts after installing.
  • Since it's a UI mod, it's safe to install mid-playthrough, but a new character is best to see the new backgrounds.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
CrimsonEdge7
Version
2.0.0.10
Downloads
99,700
Endorsements
1,414
Category
User Interface
Created
9/4/2023
Updated
10/24/2024

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