Circle of the Claw

⭐ — (86 endorsements) 📥 2,946 downloads 📌 v1.0.0 📅 7/3/2025
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Syrchalis · Classes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/3/2025 📅 Created: 7/3/2025
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #13 of 322 Classes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Don't forget to endorse for the purpose of the July Modathon 2025, if you like the mod.

Syrchalis' Druid Mod Collection

  • []Druid Quality of Life - Huge quality of life improvements and bugfixes for druids

    []Druid Perfection - Added depth, multi-classing benefits and features for druids

    []Druid Wildshape Items - Items that work in Wild Shape

    []Druid Wildshape Viability - Wild Shape overhaul, dozens new spells, specialized Wild Shapes

    []Druidic Duality - Harness the versatility of the druid class, regardless which subclass you choose

    []Circle of the Claw - Unleash nature's fury with tooth and claw with short-lived but powerful primal wild shapes

    []Other Mods from Syrchalis

    Circle of the Claw gives you access to very powerful Primal Wild Shapes and the Feral Slash ability after attacking (similar to Monk's bonus unarmed strike). There is three major caveats with this:

    • []You must cast a spell costing spell slots to unlock the ability to enter Primal Wild Shape

      []The Primal Wild Shape only lasts for 2 (later 3) turns

      []Primal Wild Shapes do not count as new health bar, you gain some temporary hitpoints, but if you die in Primal Wild Shape, you will be downed

      Primal Wild Shapes can be maintained for additional turns by expending Wild Shape Charges, every turn costing one charge.

      Additionally, you gain Scimitar Expertise, adding your proficiency bonus to your attack and damage rolls, when you are wielding a scimitar in both hands. You also gain additional benefits from wielding a Flame Blade (which is a scimitar).

      Highly recommend using my Druid Wildshape Items mod, as it adds several druid-centered scimitars for this subclass.

      Progressions

      []Level 2: Panther and Tressym Wild Shapes; Scimitar Expertise and Feral Slash Passives

      []Level 3: Extra Wild Shape Charge

      []Level 4: Deep Rothe (ephemeral) Wild Shape; Primal Strike and Feline Ferocity Passive

      []Level 5: Cloaker Wild Shape; Primal Wild Shape Improvement Passive; Extra Wild Shape Charge

      []Level 6: Adaptability Passive

      []Level 7: Improved Primal Strike Passive

      [*]Level 8:

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Circle of the Claw is a class mod for Baldur's Gate 3 that adds a new Druid subclass focused on short-lived but powerful primal wild shapes, blending spellcasting with dual scimitar combat. With 86 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but actively maintained choice for players seeking a more aggressive Druid playstyle.

✨ Key Features

Adds a new Druid subclass: Circle of the Claw
Features short-lived but powerful primal wild shapes
Integrates spellcasting with dual scimitar combat
Designed to dismantle weaker foes with nature's fury

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Fresh take on Druid: aggressive wild shapes that hit hard but don't overstay their welcome
  • Dual scimitar synergy gives a unique melee spellblade fantasy not in the base game
  • Actively maintained (last updated July 2025) with a solid niche following (86 endorsements)

⚠️ Cons

  • Small mod with limited reach (86 endorsements) – you might be one of the few running it
  • Short-lived shapes mean you'll be juggling cooldowns – not for players who want sustained tanking
🎯 Is This For You?
For Druid players who want a more aggressive, hybrid melee-caster experience. If you're tired of the standard moon circle and want to rip through enemies with scimitars and quick wild shapes, this is your jam. Skip if you prefer traditional shapeshifting that lasts the whole fight.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like BG3 Mod Manager to install – it'll handle load order automatically
  • Pair with a dual-wielding feat to maximize your scimitar damage output
  • Test in a low-stakes fight first to get a feel for the short wild shape duration

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
Syrchalis
Version
1.0.0
Downloads
2,946
Endorsements
86
Category
Classes
Created
7/3/2025
Updated
7/3/2025

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