Dawnstar's Grimoire

⭐ ⭐ (421 endorsements) 📥 108,506 downloads 📌 v1.0.0.20 📅 4/4/2025
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Dawnstar · Spells

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/12/2025 📅 Created: 4/4/2025
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Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #46 of 107 Spells mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Dawnstar's Grimoire

Introducing 5 new cantrips and 15 new spells for the Bard, Druid, Warlock, Sorcerer, Cleric, Eldritch Knight, and Wizard classes.

These spells are divided into five categories: Blood Magic, Necromancy, Nature, Spirit, and Witchcraft. Each category includes one cantrip and three spells.

Now compatible with Patch 8 and UnlockLevelCurve (Levels 13–20).

If you want to include my spells in your mod, please send me a message and I can send the spell ID's for your list!

Decay

Necromancy Cantrip

The target takes an additional 1-4 Necrotic damage when hit by a spell that deals necrotic damage. If the target is already suffering from Decay, it takes 1-4 Necrotic damage on impact, along with the full effects of the spell.

🕒 1 turn | 📏 12m | 🎯 Attack Roll | 🛡️ Per turn | 🟠 Bonus Action

Bleed

Evocation Cantrip

1-6 Damage

🎲 1d6 Piercing

Causes a creature to Bleed.

🕒 2 turns | 📏 18m | 🎯 Attack Roll | 🟢 Action

Ensnare

Conjuration Cantrip

1-4 Damage

🎲 1d4 Bludgeoning

Entangle a creature; it can’t move, Attack Rolls against it have Advantage, while its Attack Rolls and Dexterity Saving Throws have Disadvantage.

🕒 2 turns | 📏 18m | 🎯 Attack Roll | 🟢 Action

Ball Lightning

Evocation Cantrip

1-8 Damage

🎲 1d8 Lightning

Release an orb of electricity; if nearby enemies are suffering from Shocked, it chains off and deals 1-4 Lightning damage.

📏 18m | 🎯 Attack Roll | 🟢 Action

Soul Dive

Illusion Cantrip

1-4 Damage

🎲 1d4 Thunder

Charge forward in astral form, hitting all enemies in the way and possibly knocking them Prone.

🕒 2 turns | Doesn’t provoke Opportunity Attacks | 📏 9m | 🎯 Attack Roll | 🛡️ Per battle | 🟢 Action

SpellsLevel 1

Spirit Blade

Level 1 Evocation Spell

2-16 Damage

🎲 2d8 Radiant

Form a sword out of the energy of spirits; swing it in a large arc to possibly throw your enemy Off Balance.

🕒 2 turns | On Save: Targets still take half damage | 📏 4m | 🛡️ WIS Save | 🟢 Action | 🔹 Level 1 Spell Slot

Hemorrhage

Level 1 Evocation Spell

2-12 Damage

🎲 1d6 Piercing + 1d6 Slashing (Delayed)

Pull the blood from up to three creatures' bodies, causing them to Bleed Out. At the end of their turn, affected targets take 1d6 Piercing and

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Dawnstar's Grimoire adds 20 new spells for Baldur's Gate 3, including 5 cantrips and 15 spells across five themes: Blood Magic, Necromancy, Nature, Spirit, and Witchcraft. Designed for Bard, Druid, Warlock, Sorcerer, Cleric, Eldritch Knight, and Wizard. Popular with 421 endorsements and over 108k downloads.

✨ Key Features

Adds 5 new cantrips and 15 new spells for Bard, Druid, Warlock, Sorcerer, Cleric, Eldritch Knight, and Wizard.
Spells are organized into five categories: Blood Magic, Necromancy, Nature, Spirit, and Witchcraft.
Each category includes one cantrip and three spells, providing balanced spell lists per theme.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge download count (108,506) shows this mod is widely used and trusted.
  • Solid endorsement ratio (421) indicates players actually like what they downloaded.
  • Covers seven classes, so most spellcasters get new toys to play with.

⚠️ Cons

  • Description cuts off mid-sentence, so you won't know the full spell list until you install.
  • No mention of compatibility with other spell mods or game patches—could conflict.
  • Last updated in September 2025, so it might not be up to date with the latest hotfixes.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who want more spell variety, especially those playing spellcasters like Warlocks or Druids. If you're into themed magic like blood or nature, this adds flavor. Skip if you're a martial-only player or prefer minimal mods.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or BG3 Mod Manager to avoid manual file placement errors.
  • Check that your game version is compatible with the mod's last update (September 2025).
  • Preview spells in a test save before committing to a full playthrough.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
Dawnstar
Version
1.0.0.20
Downloads
108,506
Endorsements
421
Category
Spells
Created
4/4/2025
Updated
9/12/2025

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