College of Cantors - Bard Subclass

⭐ ⭐ (109 endorsements) 📥 103,735 downloads 📌 v1.6.0 📅 7/31/2024
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By Lumaterian · Classes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 11/1/2025 📅 Created: 7/31/2024
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🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #168 of 404 Classes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This is an adaptation of the College of Cantors Bard subclass by SemanticAvenger, as close to rules as written as I could get it:

Compatibility Framework is supported natively

Non-CF compatibility & multiclassing functional via Subclass Compatch

This subclass has progression to level 20. You don't need a mod to increase the level cap, you just won't get the level 13-20 features

This subclass has the Cleric tag for dialogue

Subclass Features:

Blessed Knowledge:

3rd-level College of Cantors feature

Your connection with your god grants you insights into the divine. When you make an Intelligence (Arcana) or Intelligence (Religion) check, you can treat a d20 roll of 9 or lower as a 10.

In addition, you learn to read, write, and speak one language of your choice from the following list: Abyssal, Celestial, Draconic, Infernal, or Primordial. - Implementation Notes:

- Rolls of 9 or lower treated as 10 is rules as written

- Since languages don't exist in BG3, and given the relatively few Arcana/Religion checks in the game, I've replaced choice of   language with Proficiency in Arcana & Religion

- Progression:

- Level 3: Gain Blessed Knowledge, gain Proficiency in Arcana & Religion

Celestial Secrets:

3rd-level College of Cantors feature

You gain one cantrip and one 1st-level spell of your choice from the cleric spell list. The chosen spells count as bard spells for you but don’t count against the number of bard spells you know. - Implementation Notes:

- Rules as written

- Progression:

- Level 3: Learn 1 cantrip from the Cleric Spell List; Learn 1 spell from the Cleric spell list, 1st level

Channel Divinity:

3rd-level College of Cantors feature

You gain the ability to channel divine energy directly from your deity, using that energy to fuel magical effects. You have three such effects: Bardic Smite, Dazzle Undead, and Guardian Chorus.

When you use your Channel Divinity, you choose which effect to create. You can use your Channel Divinity once, and regain all uses when you finish a short or a long rest.

Some Channel Divinity effects require saving throws. When you use such an effect from this class, the DC equals your bard spell save DC.

Bardic Smite:

When a creature which you can see hits another creature with a melee weapon attack, you can use your reaction to deal additional radiant damage equal to two rolls of your Bardic Inspiration die, which are not expended. The damage is doubled if the target is an undead or a fiend.

Dazzle Undead:

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds the College of Cantors Bard subclass to Baldur's Gate 3, based on SemanticAvenger's homebrew design. With 109 endorsements and over 103,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking new Bard options. Last updated November 2025.

✨ Key Features

Implements the College of Cantors Bard subclass, originally designed by SemanticAvenger.
Provides a new subclass option for Bards in Baldur's Gate 3.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • High download count (103,735) shows strong community interest.
  • Active development (last updated November 2025).
  • Based on a known homebrew design, offering a structured subclass experience.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only 109 endorsements relative to downloads—some users may not have vouched for it.
  • Compatibility with other mods or game patches is unverified.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who want to expand Bard subclass options with a community-created design. If you're a Bard main looking for fresh mechanics, this is worth a try. Skip if you prefer official subclasses only.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or BG3 Mod Manager to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Check the mod's page for any required dependencies or load order notes before installing.
  • If you're new to modding, start with a fresh save to avoid conflicts with existing characters.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
Lumaterian
Version
1.6.0
Downloads
103,735
Endorsements
109
Category
Classes
Created
7/31/2024
Updated
11/1/2025

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