Drakewarden (Ranger Subclass) with Dragon Companion and Draconic Gifts
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #27 of 404 Classes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
For class icons you'll need the latest ImprovedUI + ImprovedUI Assets and do not use any other mod that updates datatemplates.xaml
Why? Every mod that adds custom class icons will override each other since they use custom xaml files (unless they also rely on ImprovedUI Assets). The only fix is for all those other mods to give their icons over to ImprovedUI Assets. And they'll do it even if they're just in the mods folder, activated or not.
Mods that are in the game folder and overwrite system files might also prevent some skills from working correctly.
Keep in mind ImprovedUI is only needed for class icons.
You also might want Script Extender for the subclass compatibility framework and for a little fix we had to make to the Drake animation after loading a save.
Of course this mod is compatible with the subclass compatibility framework.
For donations: https://snipfeed.co/lykon
Introduction
Your connection to the natural world takes the form of a draconic spirit, which can manifest in physical form as a drake. As your powers grow, your drake grows as well, blossoming from a small four-legged companion to a majestic winged creature large and strong enough for you to ride. Along the way, you gain an increasing share of the awe-inspiring power of dragons.
The Drakewarden is one of the most interesting subclasses in the game. Not only it comes with a dragon pet, but also with dragon abilities.
I've also added 3 Draconic Gifts. You can get them from various vendors in all 3 acts: Blacksmith Dragonborn and Tribunal Dragonborn in Act 3, Hobgoblin
in Underdark Act 1, Harper Quartermaster in Act 2.
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[]Familiar: allows you to summon a Drake that grows with your main character level (doesn't become as strong and as big as the Drakewarden
one).[
]Rebirth: allows you to transform into any color of Dragonborn and any body type (doesn't allow genital selection unfortunately, only 20presets).
- Frightful Presence: frighten enemies in a very large area for 10 turns.
For additional info and changes check the official repository.
https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/2838?tab=posts
Known Issues
- Only the red dragon is available
- The dragon walking animation bugs out after reloading a save
Compatible with Unlocked Level Curve
Installation (Wiki)
Use BG3 Mod Manager
Make sure the mod is before the compatibility framework in the load order. ImprovedUI and ImprovedUI Assets just need to be in the M
Adds the Drakewarden Ranger subclass from Tasha's Cauldron of Everything, complete with a dragon companion and three Draconic Gifts usable by any class. A well-received class mod with 1,930 endorsements and 282,285 downloads, last updated September 2024.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Strong community support: 1,930 endorsements and 282,285 downloads show it's a popular choice.
- Adds a beloved subclass from Tasha's Cauldron, giving Rangers a pet dragon option.
- Draconic Gifts add flavor for any class, not just Rangers.
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed feature list in the description, so you'll have to discover specifics in-game.
- Last updated in September 2024, so it may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who want to play a Ranger with a dragon companion and enjoy subclass options from tabletop. Also for those who like adding draconic flavor to any class via the gifts. Skip if you prefer vanilla classes or don't care about pet-based gameplay.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're new to modding, use a mod manager like Vortex to install and manage this mod easily.
- When creating a Ranger, choose the Drakewarden subclass at level 3 to get your dragon companion.
- Draconic Gifts can be used by any class, so experiment to find the one that fits your build.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- KiderionLykon
- Version
- 1.10
- Downloads
- 282,285
- Endorsements
- 1,930
- Category
- Classes
- Created
- 10/1/2023
- Updated
- 9/11/2024
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